President Donald Trump has once again demonstrated his strategic leadership on trade, delaying 25% tariffs on Mexican goods while keeping them in place for Canada. The decision, announced Thursday, reflects Trump’s commitment to negotiating strong trade deals that put America first.
The president reached this decision after a productive conversation with Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum. “Out of respect for President Sheinbaum and our great working relationship, I’ve agreed that Mexico will not pay tariffs on goods covered under USMCA,” Trump posted on Truth Social. This move rewards Mexico for stepping up security efforts, cracking down on cartels, and significantly reducing fentanyl trafficking into the U.S.
Meanwhile, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau remains defiant, refusing to negotiate better terms. Trump has been clear—tariffs will remain until Canada stops exploiting America through unfair trade practices. Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s retaliatory electricity surcharge will do little to shake Trump’s resolve.
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick emphasized that reciprocal tariffs will still take effect on April 2. Trump is holding trading partners accountable, ensuring that the U.S. is no longer taken advantage of. While critics claim tariffs could impact markets, Trump has reassured Americans: “There’ll be a little disturbance, but we’re okay with that.” His America-first trade policies continue strengthening the economy and bringing jobs back to U.S. soil.
