President Trump's Trade Policies and Tariffs on Canada

SOURCE www.mediaite.com
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