Trump Halts Canada Trade Talks Over Digital Tax, Threatens Tariffs

Washington D.C. - Former President Donald Trump announced today the immediate suspension of all trade negotiations with Canada, citing a newly imposed Canadian digital services tax on American technology companies. In a statement posted on his Truth Social platform, Trump declared the tax a "direct and blatant attack" on the United States and warned that Canada would face new tariffs within the next seven days if the measure is not reversed. Speaking from the Oval Office, Trump reiterated his stance, stating, "We have all the cards. Economically, we have such power over Canada. I'd rather not use it, but they did something with our tech companies today trying to copy Europe. It's not going to work out well for Europe either, and it's not going to work out well for Canada. They were foolish to do it." In response to Trump's declaration, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney indicated that he remains optimistic about the future of trade discussions. "No, look, we'll continue to conduct these complex negotiations in the best interest of Canadians. It's a negotiation," Carney stated, suggesting that Canada intends to pursue a diplomatic resolution despite the US's strong stance.