Trump Pauses Canada Tariffs Amid Last-Minute Deal
President Donald Trump has temporarily paused new tariffs on Canadian imports worth $20 billion, citing a last-minute deal. The 50% tariffs were set to take effect at midnight but have been put on hold until August 21.
The agreement is subject to final documentation and may include the unfinished Keystone XL pipeline expansion, which Trump suggested could be revived.
Congressional Democrats have criticized the ongoing trade dispute, with Rep. Brad Schneider saying tariffs have increased costs for families and damaged his state's economy. The average family in Illinois has paid over $2,200 more since Trump was elected due to tariffs, according to Schneider.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney struck a cautious tone, saying 'substantial progress' had been made but 'important work still needs to be done.'