US lifts some Canada tariffs ahead of midterms to aid Republican Collins
Briefing by News4U · First published
The White House will remove tariffs on plywood, paper products, machinery and refrigeration equipment from 30 October, replacing them with levies on valves, carpets and waste products.
The White House announced Friday it will lift 50% tariffs on certain Canadian goods starting 30 October, citing the need to protect US economic prosperity and national security. [1] [2] [3]
Exempted items include plywood sheets, paper products, machinery and refrigeration equipment; new tariffs will apply to valves, carpets and waste products. [1] [3]
Republican Senator Susan Collins of Maine, facing a tight re-election race, said she secured the relief for blueberry, potato, apple and seaweed producers after lobbying senior officials. [1] [2] [3]
President Trump said Canada is working hard on a trade deal; Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Ottawa remains open to an agreement but is willing to wait. [1] [3]
Sources
- White House says the US is lifting tariffs on some Canadian goods
BBC Business · · Full text
- Trump drops some Canada tariffs in bid to boost embattled Susan Collins in Maine
The Guardian · · Full text
- Trump eases Canada tariffs ahead of US midterms
DW English · · Full text