White House confirms tariffs on Canada, Mexico, China go into effect Feb 1 – EVOL

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed on Friday that the United States will impose tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China starting Saturday, February 1, citing concerns over illegal immigration and drug trafficking.

During a press briefing, a reporter asked whether reports suggesting the tariffs might be delayed until March 1 were accurate. Leavitt firmly denied the claims, stating, “I saw that report, and it is false. I was just with the President in the Oval Office, and I can confirm that the February 1 deadline remains in place as originally announced by President Trump.”

White House has confirmed 25% tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and 10% (for now) on China will go into effect on February 1st. pic.twitter.com/JcG41Lu5hO

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She elaborated that the administration would implement a 25 percent tariff on both Canada and Mexico, as well as a 10 percent tariff on China, citing their roles in allowing illegal fentanyl to flow into the United States.

“These countries have sourced and allowed the distribution of fentanyl into our country, which has led to the deaths of tens of millions of Americans,” Leavitt stated. “This is a clear example of President

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