U.S. and Canada Edge Toward Trade War | Tucson News

Tensions are heating up between the U.S. and Canada as Trump threatens a 50% tariff on $20 billion in Canadian goods unless a deal is struck by Wednesday—hockey sticks, medical supplies included. While trade disputes aren’t new, this latest standoff has sparked public anger in Canada, with a petition calling for the U.S. ambassador’s ouster over alleged annexation talk. The U.S. wants Canada to buy more military gear and open up critical mineral access, while Canada seeks relief from existing steel, aluminum, and lumber tariffs. Both sides are racing to avoid a full-blown trade war, even as U.S. negotiators push to overhaul NAFTA—all while managing domestic pressure to appear strong. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8eb020d1872eefcb