Trump Means Business: Nations Refusing To Help End Drug, Immigration Crisis Hit With Major Tariffs

President Donald Trump has taken action against Canada, Mexico, and China, signing executive orders that impose tariffs on goods from all three nations. The White House confirmed Saturday that the new measures are aimed at stopping the illegal flow of fentanyl and migrants into the United States.

The tariffs, which will take effect Tuesday, include a 25% duty on imports from Canada and Mexico and a 10% tariff on goods from China. Canadian energy resources will be subject to a lower 10% tariff. White House spokesman Harrison Fields announced on X, “Tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China are SIGNED!”

Administration officials emphasized that these tariffs will remain in place until a reduction in illegal immigration and fentanyl trafficking is achieved. The orders include a provision allowing the U.S. to increase tariffs further if any of the targeted nations retaliate with their own trade restrictions.

Canada and Mexico have signaled they may impose their own tariffs in response. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau warned of economic consequences and said his government is preparing countermeasures. A White House statement accused Canada of failing to properly cooperate with U.S. law enforcement in addressing fentanyl and border security issues.

The executive orders were issued under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act and the National Emergencies Act, which allow the president to take broad economic action in response to threats. The White House framed the move as necessary to protect Americans, citing the role of fentanyl and criminal organizations in the ongoing crisis.

Trump has also indicated he may introduce tariffs on the European Union in the future. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed Friday that Canada, Mexico, and China have not yet taken steps that would result in the tariffs being lifted.

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