Politics Insider: Canada takes its time in response to U.S. tariffs

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Mark Carney says Canada will not immediately retaliate after U.S. President Donald Trump raised tariffs on steel and aluminum today to 50 per cent.

The Prime Minister cited ongoing negotiations for a new trade and security deal with Washington in explaining his government’s restraint.

Adrian Morrow reports that, speaking to reporters before a caucus meeting in Ottawa, Carney described Trump’s tariffs as “unjustified” and “illegal” but said Ottawa would hold off on responding.

“We will take some time, not much, some time, because we are in intensive discussions right now with the Americans on the trading relationship,” the Prime Minister said. “Th

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