Trump slaps 30% tariff on Mexico and European Union after Canada reportedly delays duties

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President Donald Trump on Saturday announced he will be placing a 30% tariff on goods from Mexico and the European Union, marking a significant escalation between the United States and two of its biggest trade partners. 

The tariffs come a day after Politico reported Canada is delaying its plans to impose retaliatory tariffs on the U.S. after extending the deadline to negotiate on trade while threatening higher tariffs.

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