President Donald Trump announced on August 18, 2026, that he has paused the implementation of 50 percent tariffs on various Canadian goods for a period of three days. This decision was made as the United States and Canada are in the process of finalizing a trade agreement. The tariffs were originally scheduled to take effect at midnight on the same day.
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Trump Delays 50% Tariffs on Canadian Goods for Three Days
President Trump has delayed the start of 50 percent tariffs on Canadian goods for three days while the U.S. and Canada work on a trade deal. The tariffs were set to begin at midnight on August 19, 2026.
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