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Donald Trump signed three proclamations that impose additional 50 % tariffs on certain Canadian goods.

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  • Multiple independent sources confirm that on July 20, 2026, President Trump signed three proclamations under Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930123.
  • The proclamations impose additional 50% tariffs on a broad range of Canadian goods, including alcohol, automobiles, and dairy products, while exempting energy, potash, fish, and critical minerals124.
  • The new tariffs are scheduled to take effect on August 19, 2026, and apply to covered goods regardless of USMCA preferential treatment21.

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  1. Trump imposes 50% tariffs on Canadian goods
  2. New 50% tariffs imposed on a range of Canadian goods
  3. US Imposes 50% Tariffs On Many Canadadian Goods
  4. Trump signs order imposing new 50% tariffs on certain Canadian goods - France 24
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