CNBC's Steve Liesman criticizes President Trump's ever-changing trade policies, particularly the announcement to hike tariffs on Canadian aluminum and steel and suggesting Canada become the 51st state. Liesman deems Trump's actions as insane and bad for attracting capital.
Key Points
President Trump announced a tariff increase on Canadian aluminum and steel
Suggested Canada should become the 51st state to eliminate tariffs
Steve Liesman criticizes Trump's actions as insane and detrimental to attracting capital
Cons
Inconsistency in trade policies
Suggesting Canada become the 51st state is deemed as insane by Steve Liesman
Potential negative impact on attracting foreign capital