President-elect Donald Trump announced plans to impose steep tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China, citing concerns over illegal immigration, drug trafficking, and insufficient action by these countries to curb these issues.
The announcement, made via Truth Social posts on Monday, includes a 25% tariff on all goods entering the U.S. from Canada and Mexico, as well as an additional 10% tariff on Chinese imports.
In his post, Trump linked the tariffs to a broader strategy for addressing what he described as crises at the borders and the flow of illegal drugs into the U.S. “As everyone is aware, thousands of people are pouring through Mexico and Canada, bringing Crime and Drugs at levels never seen before,” Trump wrote.
He specifically referenced a “Caravan coming from Mexico, composed of thousands of people,” which he claimed was unstoppable under the current border policies.
The president-elect pledged to take immediate action upon assuming office, declaring:
“On January 20th, as one of my many first Executive Orders, I will sign all necessary documents to charge Mexico and Canada a 25% Tariff on ALL products coming into the United States, and its ridiculous Open Borders.
This Tariff will remain