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Maria Villarroel

Trump Administration Says Tariffs on Mexico and Canada 'Still on The Books' To Start Feb. 1

Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed the administration is still looking toward Feb. 1 to kick off 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada (Credit: Getty Images)

President Donald Trump's press secretary Karoline Leavitt, making her debut in the White House press room, confirmed Tuesday the administration still plans to impose 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada on Feb. 1, a move that could upend North American trade relationships.

Leavitt, who is the youngest White House press secretary at 27-years-old, told reporters that she spoke with the president Monday night and he indicated Feb. 1 was "still on the books" for imposing tariffs on both of its neighboring countries.

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