Trump defends 50% tariffs on Canada, saying ‘they need us to survive’

Mark Carney says Canada is ‘united’ in face of threats as leaders agree to talk before tariffs take effect next month Sign up for the Breaking News US newsletter email Donald Trump has defended his new 50% tariffs on most Canadian goods, claiming the country cannot survive without the US. The White House announced the sweeping round of import duties – due to come into effect next month – on Monday, igniting fresh tensions between Washington and Ottawa. Continue reading...

Shrai Popat in Washington · Tue, Jul 21, 2026, 12:36 PM
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Trump defends 50% tariffs on Canada, saying ‘they need us to survive’

Mark Carney says Canada is ‘united’ in face of threats as leaders agree to talk before tariffs take effect next month

Donald Trump has defended his new 50% tariffs on most Canadian goods, claiming the country cannot survive without the US.

The White House announced the sweeping round of import duties – due to come into effect next month – on Monday, igniting fresh tensions between Washington and Ottawa.

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