Trudeau plans $155 billion tariffs in response to Trump

In response to the U.S. imposing tariffs of 25% on Canadian exports and 10% on Canadian energy, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that Canada will retaliate with matching tariffs on American goods worth $155 billion. Trudeau condemned the U.S. tariffs as 'unjustified' and stated that Canada would not let this decision go unanswered. As tensions rise, analysts suggest that Trump's economic policies may inadvertently bolster Trudeau's Liberal Party, which has seen an increase in public support amid the trade conflict. An Ipsos poll indicates a shift in Canadian political dynamics, with the Liberals now slightly leading the Conservative Party, which had previously been far ahead. The unfolding trade dispute reflects broader geopolitical tensions, with China also asserting its resolve against U.S. tariffs, emphasizing a global trade environment marked by retaliatory measures and economic strategies. Both Canada and China's responses highlight the challenges of international trade relations under current U.S. policies.