Biden criticizes Trump’s tariff threat against Canada and Mexico as ‘counterproductive’

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President Joe Biden criticized President-elect Donald Trump’s announcement of 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico, calling it “counterproductive” and urging Trump to rethink the decision. Biden made the comments during a Thanksgiving Day visit in Nantucket, Massachusetts. Trump had stated that one of his first executive orders would be to impose tariffs on the two countries, citing issues with drugs and illegal immigration. Mexico and Canada are major suppliers of goods to the U.S., with China being the top importer. Trump’s transition team did not respond to Biden’s remarks. Trump also claimed to have reached an agreement with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum to stop migration through Mexico, but Sheinbaum clarified that Mexico’s position is not to close borders but to build bridges. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau also discussed trade with the U.S., emphasizing Canadian jobs and a strong partnership. Economists have criticized the potential impact of steep tariffs, arguing that they would increase costs for consumers. Despite Trump’s promises of more tariffs during his campaign, there are concerns about the consequences for the economy and international relationships.

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