Trump Challenges Canada-US Treaty Amid Ongoing Tariff Dispute

U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to impose reciprocal tariffs on Canadian dairy and lumber products, claiming Canada has been 'ripping us off for years.' During a press conference, Trump expressed dissatisfaction with existing trade agreements and indicated he may act as soon as the following week if Canada does not lower its tariffs. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau responded by calling Trump's tariff justification 'completely bogus' and accused him of attempting to weaken the Canadian economy. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith also voiced strong opposition to Trump's tariff threats, asserting that Canada would not be intimidated. Analysts have criticized Trump's claims regarding drug trafficking from Canada as misleading, suggesting his tariff actions are more about exerting economic power than addressing genuine security concerns. In light of these tensions, Canada has indicated it will maintain its retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods despite any temporary delays from Trump.