The Latest Breaking News from USMCA

Trump Called Canada's Leadership 'Nasty'— Mark Carney Says Trade Talks Have Turned Just That as 50% Tariff Deadline Looms

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said U.S. trade negotiations had turned "nasty" after President Donald Trump attacked Canada’s leadership, with Washington’s threatened 50% tariffs on additional Canadian goods set to take effect Aug. 19.

Benzinga · Aug 7

Mexico Thrives Under USMCA While Brazil Absorbs Double U.S. Tariffs

U.S. trade policy drives a wedge between Latin America's top economies in 2026. Explore how Mexico thrives under USMCA protections while Brazil faces a costly Section 301 double-tariff battle linked to tech censorship and domestic politics.

Latin Times · Aug 6

Prospective Legal Challenges to Trump's Section 338 Tariffs Against Canada

A guest post by Georgetown legal scholars Peter E. Harrell and Jennifer Hillman.

Reason · Aug 3

Gavin Newsom Says Trump's Canada Tariffs Will Raise Costs, Asks How Many 'Tantrums' Do Americans Have To Suffer Through

President Donald Trump‘s new 50% tariffs on Canadian goods drew criticism on Tuesday, with Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-Calif.) warning the move would raise costs for Americans, while economist Justin Wolfers said the tariffs could weaken confidence in future U.S. trade agreements.

Benzinga · Jul 22

Trump's USMCA Overhaul Begins With High-Stakes Mexico Talks as Canada Battles Tariff Blowback

U.S. and Mexican negotiators opened three days of trade talks in Mexico City on Tuesday without Canada, advancing a USMCA rewrite as President Donald Trump widened the rift with Ottawa through sweeping new tariffs.

Benzinga · Jul 21

Trump orders new 50% tariff on many Canadian goods

WASHINGTON - US President Donald Trump signed orders Monday to impose new 50-percent tariffs on many Canadian goods, claiming "discriminatory treatment" by Ottawa against American alcohol, automobile and dairy products.

Bangkok Post · Jul 20

The economic goal that never came: World Cup falls short of boosting Mexico

The recent World Cup brought excitement but did not significantly boost Mexico's economy. Weak investment and trade agreement uncertainty continue to weigh on economic growth. Official tourism targets for the tournament were not met by the country. Some host cities experienced uneven economic benefits from the event. Trade certainty under…

The Economic Times · Jul 18

Trump Called the USMCA His 'Best Deal.' Now, He Wants Out of It.

The decision not to renew the USMCA is less dramatic than it might appear. Even so, Trump is exchanging stability for more uncertainty.

Reason · Jul 2

The Trump Administration Has Decided Not to Extend USMCA Trade Deal. Now A Countdown Begins to Change It

The United States has declined to extend the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) during its mandatory six-year review, launching a 10-year countdown that could ultimately bring an end to the agreement unless the three countries agree to significant revisions.

International Business Times · Jul 2

Trump Administration Rejects Current North American Trade Pact — Mexico, Canada Back Continued Talks

The Trump administration on Wednesday declined to renew the trilateral treaty agreement with Mexico and Canada in its current form during a scheduled six-year review, with the countries now expected to continue negotiations over proposed changes.

Benzinga · Jul 2