### [2026-07-20](/feed/2026/07/20/index.md)

##### Canada–United States relations
# U.S. president Donald Trump signs executive orders imposing 50% tariffs on many Canadian goods, including USMCA-covered products, citing discriminatory trade practices. The duties take effect in 30 days, with exemptions for energy, potash, and products under sector-specific tariffs. 




### Sources:

1. [AFP via ''Vanguard](https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/07/trump-orders-new-50-tariff-on-certain-canadian-goods/)
2. [CBC News](https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/trump-canada-us-trade-tariffs-cusma-usmca-9.7276973)

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