Author: Dr. Layne McDonald News summary President Donald Trump said the United States would raise tariffs on Canadian cars, trucks, and auto parts to 50% beginning Jan. 1, 2027, after trade negotiations broke down. Reports place the current rate at 25%. Canada has said it plans retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods beginning Sept. 8. The administration presents higher tariffs as leverage for fairer trade and stronger domestic manufacturing. Canadian officials and many economist
