Canada Rejects US Tariff Deal As Trump Doubles Down, Escalating Fight

US President Donald Trump pledged to double the automobile tariff on Canadian vehicles and parts starting next year, escalating the spiraling trade fight between the two economies. (Source: Bloomberg)

US President Donald Trump vowed Monday to double tariffs on Canadian vehicles beginning next year, as the historically friendly neighbors spiral into an escalating trade war.

Trump says to double tariffs on Canada autos as trade fight heats up  Dawn

Canada has announced retaliatory tariffs targeting the US after the two countries failed to reach a deal to avert new 50-per cent American levies on select Canadian goods.