Trade tensions tighten with Canada. The country now faces a 35% tariff on all goods entering the U.S. beginning August 1st.
Host of RealAg Radio Shaun Haney spoke with RFD-TV’s Suzanne Alexander about the new round of tariff threats, how the Canadian Prime Minister will react, and the likelihood of avoiding them.
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RealAg Radio host Shaun Haney discusses the latest developments in the Supreme Court, trade tariffs, and the future of the USMCA under President Donald Trump.