The United States has announced tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada, citing the countries' roles in the production and trafficking of illicit drugs. The tariffs, set to take effect on February 4th, will impact a range of goods, potentially leading to price increases for consumers. Canadian and Mexican officials have condemned the tariffs and pledged to retaliate.
The tariffs, which will be implemented on Feb. 4, will be imposed via three separate executive orders that have been signed for each country, according to a White House official.
Sheinbaum said she has instructed officials in her government to implement Plan B, "which includes tariff and non-tariff measures in defense of Mexico's interests." Speaking at the White House on Friday, U.S. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the tariffs target the three countries for hosting the manufacture and transport of illicit drugs that end up in the U.S.A fact sheet the White House sent out on Saturday laying out the rationale for the tariffs alleged that the Mexican government was working directly with drug cartels.
"We start from collaboration between neighboring countries. Mexico not only does not want fentanyl to reach the United States, but anywhere. Therefore, if the United States wants to combat criminal groups that traffic drugs and generate violence, we must work together in an integrated manner."
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