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Trump's Trade War Escalation

Trump's Trade War Escalation

U.S. tariffs remain in force against Canada, China, and dozens of other countries, with Canada retaliating dollar-for-dollar and the Trump-Ford-Carney feud intensifying. Tariff refunds estimated at $166 billion may have provided a temporary growth boost, while future tariff costs, farm and fuel pressures, and supply-chain risks threaten consumer confidence and Republican Senate prospects.

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Updated Sep 1, 2026