Trump Removes 50% Tariffs on Some Canadian Goods
President Donald Trump has removed 50% tariffs on selected Canadian agricultural and forestry products, easing trade costs for certain businesses in a move that could benefit American producers and consumers. The October 23, 2026, decision comes as Republicans face competitive races ahead of the November midterm elections and businesses in northern states continue to raise concerns about the impact of tariffs on cross-border trade.
According to a report by Reuters, Trump signed an order exempting selected Canadian products from the tariffs. The affected categories include plywood sheets, certain paper products, machinery and refrigeration equipment, packing crates and boxes, and fresh and dried seaweed.
The exemptions follow lobbying by Republican Senator Susan Collins of Maine, who ...
