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Trump takes latest swipe at Canada, suggesting the US should build a border wall to keep smoke out
The Independent • • nation
Key Points:
- President Donald Trump posted an AI-generated image mocking Canada with a giant air filter at the U.S.-Canada border, referencing his tariff threats over Canadian wildfire smoke.
- Trump imposed 50% tariffs on various Canadian products, accusing Canada of discriminating against U.S. commerce, and threatened additional tariffs due to smoke drifting from Canadian wildfires.
- The U.S. Supreme Court recently overturned earlier tariffs Trump imposed on Canada, amid ongoing tensions between the two countries.
- Trump has repeatedly insulted Canadian leaders and suggested annexing Canada as the 51st U.S. state, escalating diplomatic friction.
- In response, Canadians launched a "Buy Canadian" boycott and restricted sales of American spirits, significantly reducing U.S. exports to Canada.
