U.S. President Donald Trump’s abrupt announcement of a 25% tariff on all Canadian and Mexican goods has sent shockwaves through border communities. With the policy potentially taking effect as soon as Saturday, residents in one Canadian border city are bracing for economic turbulence. 🌪️
Imagine waking up to news that could turn your local economy upside down overnight. That’s the reality for businesses and workers here, where cross-border trade is the lifeblood of the community. 🚛💰 From auto parts to agriculture, industries fear rising costs, disrupted supply chains, and lost jobs—a plot twist no one saw coming.
While Trump framed the move as 'putting America first,' experts warn it risks sparking retaliatory measures and inflaming tensions with key trade partners. The clock is ticking: Will this tariff tango become a full-blown trade war? 🤔💣
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Trump's tariff threat sparks concerns in Canadian border city
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