Trump Plans to Hit Canada and Mexico With 25% Tariffs

Trump Plans to Hit Canada and Mexico With 25% Tariffs

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The transcript discusses the President's confirmation of 25% tariffs on the US's closest neighbors, Canada and Mexico, set for February 1st. The tariffs aim to protect American industry but raise concerns about economic impacts, particularly on oil imports and potential inflation. The Trump administration, including Howard Lutnick and Scott Besson, plays a key role in shaping trade policy, with differing views on the tariffs' effects. The move is not just a negotiation tactic, and responses from Canada and Mexico are anticipated.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of the President's recent confirmation regarding tariffs?

Reducing tariffs on European goods

Strengthening trade with Asia

Increasing oil imports from Canada

Implementing 25% tariffs on neighboring countries

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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How does the President view the trade relationship with Canada and Mexico?

As unfair and unnecessary

As beneficial and fair

As needing more imports

As a model for other countries

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What commodity is mentioned as potentially being impacted by the tariffs?

Gold

Lumber

Steel

Textiles

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Howard Lutnick's expected role in the Trump administration?

Secretary of State

Secretary of Commerce

Treasury Secretary

Defense Secretary

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has Canada threatened in response to the US tariffs?

Diplomatic negotiations

Trade embargo

Increased oil exports

Retaliatory tariffs