Trump Escalates Trade War with Canada Over Palestine Stance
In a sharp escalation of tensions, President Donald Trump intensified his trade war with Canada following the nation’s announcement of support for Palestinian statehood. On Truth Social, Trump expressed disbelief, stating, “Wow! Canada has just announced that it is backing statehood for Palestine. That will make it very hard for us to make a Trade Deal with them. Oh’ Canada!!!”
With a looming August 1 deadline for tariff discussions, Trump threatened to impose a staggering 35% tariff on all Canadian goods not included in the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). While Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney described previous negotiations as constructive, he acknowledged that reaching a conclusive agreement by the deadline might prove difficult.
Canada, a vital trade partner for the U.S. and the largest buyer of American exports, stands firm behind its planned recognition of Palestine at an upcoming United Nations meeting in September, following support from France and Britain. This geopolitical stance may further complicate U.S.-Canada relations.
In related developments, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries is in Texas amid a redistricting battle, and U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff visited Israel, coinciding with heightened humanitarian concerns in Gaza. Following a failed Senate vote to block arms sales to Israel, lawmakers expressed increasing apprehension about the situation in Gaza, with some advocating for a halt in military sales until conditions improve.
This unfolding situation puts added pressure on both trade negotiations and humanitarian efforts as the political landscape continues to shift dramatically. Trump’s bold tariff threats and evolving international alliances are expected to dominate discussions in the coming days.
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