Parliament returns as Trump threatens 100% tariffs on Canada

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Parliament is back in session today amid growing U.S.–Canada
tensions. Over the weekend, former President Trump threatened 100% tariffs
if Canada strikes a trade deal with China. Mark Carney posted a video on
Twitter urging Canadians to buy Canadian, and premiers across the country
are weighing in — generally supporting Carney’s message. Stephanie
Taylor, National Post politics reporter, joins Evan to give the latest on
what’s happening in Ottawa and how lawmakers are responding to these
increasing tensions.
26 Jan 11AM English South Africa News Commentary

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