Event Brief
Trump trade chief says Canada walked away from best deal
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
Filed: Aug 22, 2026 at 2:08 PM ET
Summary: U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said Canada walked away from “the best deal” as 50% tariffs on about $20 billion in Canadian imports took effect. He said no further trade talks are scheduled and argued the tariffs protect American workers and supply chains, citing offers to cut tariffs on steel, autos and lumber.
WHO: Jamieson Greer
WHAT: Greer said Canada walked away from “the best deal” and defended new 50% tariffs on roughly $20 billion of Canadian imports, adding no further talks are scheduled.
WHEN: Aug 22, 2026
WHERE: USA
WHY: The tariffs took effect after trade negotiations with Canada collapsed, and Greer was responding to that outcome.
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