Mark Carney is a newcomer to elected politics with decades of experience in finance. After his landslide victory, he pledged to continue tariffs on the U.S. “until the Americans show us respect.”
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Mark Carney to be Canada’s next Prime Minister
Carney, 59, will succeed Justin Trudeau, who announced in January that he would step down amid low approval ratings following a decade in office.
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Trump dismisses concerns over back-and-forth levies, says ‘tariffs could go up’
President Trump says economy is in a “period of transition” and can’t predict if U.S. will fall into a recession
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Opinion: Don’t call this coffee an Americano!
Canadians fed up with tariff threats and suggestions of Canada becoming the 51st state are now calling Americano coffee drinks “Canadianos.” NPR’s Scott Simon explains.
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A look at some of the creative ways companies try to dodge high tariffs
Companies can try to avoid or minimize tariffs by requesting exemptions or legally reclassifying their products. Here’s a look at some of the strategies that have worked in the past.
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Farmers strongly back Trump. A new trade war could test their loyalty
American farmers have stood firmly behind President Trump even when his trade policies hurt them. The latest trade war, which could be even worse for their sector, promises to test those ties again.
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The short history of Trump’s tariff chaos — and more that happened this week
It was a week that saw not only more twists in the tariffs saga but also Trump’s big Hill address, the suspension of aid to Ukraine, more firings at agencies, and more. NPR keeps track, day by day.
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Trump’s latest tariff twist: a one-month break for Mexico
Trump put 25% tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico this week. Yesterday, he gave U.S.-made cars a break. Today, he is giving Mexico a broader exemption.
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At a housewares expo in Chicago, talk keeps turning to price hikes from tariffs
The Inspired Home Show in Chicago draws housewares industry insiders from all over the country to network and show off their latest gadgets. This year, they’re making plans to cope with tariffs.
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Did tariffs contribute to the Great Depression? Here’s what to know
Several factors led to the Great Depression, one of the most severe economic crises in U.S. history. NPR interviewed economists who discussed the causes of the Great Depression.
