In Trump’s view, the 25% tariffs against the two North American allies and a 10% tax on imports from Washington’s chief economic rival are a way for the United States to throw around its financial

President Donald Trump has signed an order to impose stiff tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada and China, drawing swift retaliation from the U.S.’s North American neighbors in an emerging trade war.

President Donald Trump took action Saturday to impose new tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China, the White House said, which could have a sweeping impact on the American economy. The additional tariffs on Canadian and Mexican goods will be 25 percent,

The Trump administration plans to roll out tariffs against Mexico, Canada and China on Saturday in response to an influx of illegal fentanyl into the United States, according to the White House.

Trump had been threatening the tariffs to ensure greater cooperation from the countries on stopping illegal immigration.