Trump announces 50% tariff on most Canadian goods
Trump cited discrimination against U.S.-made products as the White House also addressed upgrades for a Qatar-gifted Air Force One.
By Georgia Hale · Staff Writer
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President Donald Trump has announced a new 50% tariff on most goods from Canada, NBC’s Garrett Haake reported for TODAY.
Trump accused Canada of discriminating against products made in the United States, according to the report. The TODAY segment did not specify when the tariff would take effect or which Canadian goods would be excluded.
The move targets one of America’s closest trading partners with a steep new import charge. NBC reported the tariff would apply to most Canadian goods, though further details on the categories affected were not included in the report.
The announcement came as the White House also addressed a separate matter involving Air Force One. According to NBC, the White House said the new Air Force One gifted by Qatar will be sent away for upgrades.
That planned work has raised fresh questions about whether the aircraft is safe for the president, NBC reported. The report did not detail what upgrades are planned, where the aircraft will be sent or how long the work is expected to take.
Haake’s report for TODAY aired July 21, 2026.
This story draws on original reporting from TODAY.com.