Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariffs over its new China trade deal

January 24, 2026

TL;DR

President Trump threatened a 100% tariff on Canadian goods if Canada signs a trade deal with China.
Trump stated that Canada cannot be a 'Drop Off Port' for Chinese goods into the US.
This threat comes after Canada negotiated a deal to lower tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles for lower import taxes on Canadian farm products.
Trump's comments are part of an escalating war of words with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, following Trump's failed attempt to acquire Greenland.
Trump also revoked an invitation for Carney to join his Board of Peace.
Trump has previously needled Canada over its sovereignty and suggested it be absorbed as the 51st state.
Trump has referred to Carney as 'Governor Carney,' a nickname previously used for his predecessor, Justin Trudeau.
Canada has been partially protected from Trump's tariffs by the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement, which is due for review.

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