Canadian Conservatives Grill Liberals Over Trump's Steel Tariff Threat

OTTAWA—Tensions flared in the Canadian House of Commons on Monday as the Conservative party pressed the Liberal government over its response to President Donald Trump's threat to impose a 50 percent tariff on Canadian steel and aluminum. Conservative MP Raquel Dancho directly challenged the government's approach, stating, "Trump is threatening to double tariffs on Canadian steel...a direct attack against our workers, their livelihoods, and the Canadian economy." Liberal Minister of Industry, Mélanie Joly, responded by emphasizing the government's serious engagement with the issue, noting that "we are working on all scenarios." She pointed to Prime Minister Trudeau's meeting with provincial premiers in Saskatoon as evidence of the government's proactive efforts. The exchange highlights the significant economic and political stakes involved, as Canada seeks to mitigate the potential negative impacts of the proposed tariffs. The situation underscores the ongoing challenges in navigating the complex relationship between Canada and the United States.