Trump delaying tariffs on USMCA-compliant goods until April

What’s happening?

Just days after starting a trade war with Canada, U.S. President Donald Trump is delaying 25-per-cent tariffs on all USMCA-compliant goods until April 2.

The bombshell update comes on the heels of Trump granting automakers, including General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis, a one-month reprieve on duties.

U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick told reporters on March 6 that he expected the president to pause the trade action as negotiations continue with Canada and Mexico.

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Ontario unfazed by temporary truce

Despite the latest developments, Ontario Premier Doug Ford is keeping U.S. booze off LCBO shelves and plans to proceed with a 25-per-cent energy export tax next week.

“[Trump] needs to drop tariffs entirely,” Ivana Yelich, the premier’s deputy chief of staff, told CTV News in an email.

Ford has also ripped up a $100-million agreement with Starlink’s Elon Musk and moved to prohibit American companies from being able to bid on nearly $30 billion in procurement contracts.

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Canadians concerned about widespread layoffs

While Trump is temporarily waiving devastating duties on Canadian goods, layoff fears persist across the country.

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