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19 August 2026

Trump hits pause on 50% Canada tariffs, extends trade talks

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Trump hits pause on 50% Canada tariffs, extends trade talks

President Donald Trump delayed planned 50% tariffs on nearly $20 billion worth of Canadian imports for three days after U. S. and Canadian negotiators reached what both sides described as a breakthrough. The 50% U. S.

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