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Trump: Tariffs to be Imposed on Mexico, Canada, and China

Trump: Tariffs to be Imposed on Mexico, Canada, and China

Above: Donald Trump arrives during a "Get Out The Vote" rally in Greensboro, North Carolina, US, on March 2, 2024.  Image copyright:  Al Drago/Contributor/Bloomberg via Getty Images

The Facts

  • US Pres.-elect Donald Trump on Monday pledged to use an executive order to impose tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China after entering office on Jan. 20, 2025.

  • Trump said he'd levy a 25% tax on all goods coming in from Canada and Mexico while Chinese products would attract an extra 10% on top of additional tariffs he plans to impose through executive orders. The President-elect claimed he'd continue with tariffs until these nations curbed alleged illegal immigration and drug trafficking.


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