Biden criticizes Trump’s tariff threat against Canada and Mexico as ‘counterproductive’

President Joe Biden criticized President-elect Donald Trump’s announcement of implementing 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico, calling it “counterproductive.” Biden expressed concern about damaging relationships with these key trading partners. Trump’s decision to impose tariffs was announced on the social media platform Truth Social, with the goal of addressing issues like drug trafficking and illegal immigration. Responding to Trump’s announcement, Biden emphasized the importance of maintaining strong ties with neighboring countries and avoiding actions that could disrupt trade. The U.S. imports a significant amount of goods from Mexico and Canada, making them crucial trading partners. While Trump has previously advocated for tariffs, economists argue that they could lead to higher costs for consumers. Trump claimed to have reached an agreement with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum to stop migration through Mexico and close the southern border, though Sheinbaum emphasized Mexico’s commitment to respecting human rights and building bridges, rather than closing borders. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau also addressed trade with the U.S., highlighting the importance of Canadian jobs and strengthening the partnership between the two countries. The comments from Biden, Sheinbaum, and Trudeau underscored the complexities of international trade relations and the need for cooperation and collaboration among nations.

Photo credit
www.nbcnews.com