Trump Trade War Criticized by Economists as Unemployment Rates Disparaged

President Donald Trump recently criticized Canada's unemployment rate while praising the US rate, sparking questions about how the two countries compare as the trade war escalates.

The US unemployment rate is currently at 4.1 percent, compared to Canada's 6.4 percent rate in August.

White House spokesman Kush Desai said Canada rejected a 'generous' trade deal and demanded continued access to the American market with no reciprocity.

University of Toronto economics professor Peter Morrow noted that while the US has a strong economy, Canada's unemployment numbers have improved more than the US since last year.