Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney acknowledged that trade negotiations with the United States had turned « nasty » after President Donald Trump criticized Canada and its leadership while threatening to expand tariffs. Carney defended Canadian workers and businesses during these tense talks. Trump has threatened to impose 50% tariffs on Canadian goods starting August 19, adding to existing duties on steel, aluminum and automobiles. The existing aluminum tariffs have contributed to a 58% increase in aluminum prices in the United States, according to Carney. Trump’s tariff threats and repeated suggestions that Canada should become the 51st U.S. state have angered many Canadians, with many canceling trips to the United States.
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