# Trump eases Canada tariffs ahead of US midterms

https://mins.news/en/item/113345

- DW, 2026-10-23 20:49 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.dw.com/en/trump-eases-canada-tariffs-ahead-of-us-midterms/a-79747634?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf

> Donald Trump has lifted some tariffs on Canadian goods. The White House said the easing covers plywood sheets, some paper products, certain machinery and refrigeration equipment, and takes effect October 30. The move comes as Republicans seek to retain control of Congress; a Republican candidate in a key Senate race said she had lobbied for the tariff relief.

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