# ‘We’re in this escalatory period’: Former U.S. trade official weighs in on failed Canada talks

https://mins.news/en/video/31083

- Global News, 2026-08-24 23:55 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZV2T0E7qUCw

> Donald Trump again expressed frustration with Canada on Truth Social after trade negotiations broke down late Friday. He said automotive tariffs would rise to 50% beginning Jan. 1, 2027. Former acting Deputy U.S. Trade Representative Wendy Cutler discussed the latest trade turmoil in an interview with Global’s Washington correspondent.

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