
Trump Implements Tariffs On Canada, Mexico, China, Pressures Nations To Take Action On Drug Epidemic And Border Security
The United States is increasing economic pressure on Canada, Mexico, and China with new tariffs set to take effect Tuesday. President Donald Trump signed executive orders Saturday placing additional trade penalties on those nations, citing their failure to stop illegal immigration and fentanyl trafficking.
🚨 JUST IN: Canada is planning to target REPUBLICAN states in retaliation for Trump’s tariffs, per NYT
Bring it, Justin Trudeau. You’re about to learn the definition of FAFO.
President Trump’s going to make an example out of you. pic.twitter.com/0sONdCcdIl
— Nick Sortor (@nicksortor) February 1, 2025
Under the new orders, Canada and Mexico will face a 25% tariff on goods shipped to the U.S., while China will be subject to a 10% tariff. Canadian energy products will be taxed at a reduced 10% rate. The administration has stated that these measures are necessary to hold the three countries accountable for their role in border security failures.
If you facilitate the death of Americans, you will face consequences.
🇨🇳CHINA – (1) Makes the chemicals for the fentanyl that kills Americans, (2) They received a 10% TARIFF.
🇲🇽MEXICO – (1) Turns the Chinese chemicals into the fentanyl that kills Americans, (2) The border where… pic.twitter.com/Tnd2p9LoMf
— Byron Donalds (@ByronDonalds) February 1, 2025
The White House described the situation as a national emergency, invoking executive powers to impose the tariffs. “Tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China are SIGNED!” White House spokesman Harrison Fields posted on X. A fact sheet released by the administration stated that the tariffs will remain until the nations take measurable steps to reduce the flow of fentanyl and illegal immigration.
Why is President Trump placing massive tariffs on the European Union???
Well, because even the European Central Bank President couldn't dispute the fact that they have been ripping the United States off for decades.
TARIFF. THEM. ALL.
pic.twitter.com/a332tGIMjm— George (@BehizyTweets) January 31, 2025
Canadian officials have already pushed back, with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau warning that his country is prepared to respond with its own economic measures. The executive orders include a provision allowing the U.S. to increase tariffs further if any of the three countries retaliate.
Once again @dbongino hits the mark. If President Trump can get the income tax replaced with tariffs the economy will explode. pic.twitter.com/zQUpHyVm66
— Sadie (@Sadie_NC) February 1, 2025
The decision has drawn mixed reactions in Washington. Republicans have largely supported the move, while some business leaders and economists have expressed concerns about rising costs for American consumers. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer criticized the tariffs, warning they could negatively impact U.S. workers.
Reporter: “Is there anything China, Canada, and Mexico can do tonight to forestall your implementation of tariffs tomorrow?”
Donald Trump “No. Nothing.”
Trump is the strongest leader the United States has ever had. pic.twitter.com/NgGWuq7eAk
— Wall Street Apes (@WallStreetApes) February 1, 2025
Trump has also indicated he may expand tariffs to European imports in the future. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed Friday that the administration has not received any commitments from Canada, Mexico, or China that would lead to a reversal of the new tariffs.
🚨 BREAKING: After it came out that Canada plans to target red states with tariffs in response to Trump, TEXAS Governor Greg Abbott has responded.
"Careful Trudeau. The Texas economy is larger than Canada’s. And we’re not afraid to use it." pic.twitter.com/uM7WG6QWjv
— Eric Daugherty (@EricLDaugh) February 2, 2025
I don't blame Trump for the tariffs.
I blame our government.
— Zachary Tisdale 🇨🇦 (@ztisdale) February 1, 2025
I want to remind Canadians not to Hate the US for these Tariffs;
If you must hate:
Hate Trudeau & the establishment that refuses to unseat him & hold an election
Hate Legacy Media for defending Trudeau instead of investigating him
Hate the collapse of our parliament
SOS 🇨🇦
— BC Perspective 🍁 (@bc_perspective) January 31, 2025