Trump Exempts Some Canadian Goods from Tariffs to Support Collins in Maine

The Trump administration announced an exemption for some Canadian imports from the 50 percent tariffs, and reports linked the decision to its effort to help Republican Senator Susan Collins. Collins faces a tough re-election race in Maine amid voter anger over the trade war and rising prices.

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• Senator Susan Collins, a Republican from Maine, announced the exemption as she faces a difficult re-election battle amid rising prices.

  «The move was announced by Senator Susan Collins, a Maine Republican who faces a tough re-election fight amid rising prices.»

  The New York Times
• Trump had announced in July new 50 percent tariffs on a limited list of Canadian goods, citing unfair trade practices, according to Washington.

  «In July, Trump announced he would hit Canada with fresh duties of 50 per cent on a limited list of goods»

  Financial Times
• The White House said the aim is to ease the burden on American trade and better serve the public interest.

  «the burden to US commerce while better serving the public interest.»

  The Boston Globe
• Collins is promoting her ability to secure tariff reductions that affect consumers and businesses in Maine.

  «has touted her ability to secure tariff reductions that affect Maine consumers and businesses»

  Moneycontrol

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