The NFL isn’t the only thing making headlines today—President Donald Trump has dropped a major bombshell in international trade, threatening Canada with 100% tariffs on all its goods entering the U.S. if it allows itself to become a “drop-off port” for Chinese products evading American duties. This fiery warning, posted on Truth Social and covered extensively by Fox News and other outlets, escalates already strained U.S.-Canada relations amid ongoing tariff battles and a new Canada-China strategic partnership.
Trump’s comments come just days after Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s high-profile visit to China (January 14-17, 2026), where the two nations announced deals lowering barriers on key goods like electric vehicles, canola, and seafood. The president framed the move as a direct threat to U.S. economic interests, warning that China could use Canada to bypass U.S. tariffs and flood the American market.
Trump’s Harsh Warning: 100% Tariffs if Canada Becomes China’s “Drop-Off Port”
In a strongly worded statement, Trump declared:
“If Governor Carney thinks he is going to make Canada a ‘drop off port’ for China to send goods and products into the United States, he is sorely mistaken. China will eat Canada alive, completely devour it, including the destruction of their businesses, social fabric, and general way of life.”
He added:
“If Canada makes a deal with China, it will immediately be hit with a 100% tariff against all Canadian goods and products coming into the U.S.A.”
Trump doubled down, insisting:
“The last thing the World needs is to have China take over Canada. It’s NOT going to happen, or even come close to happening!”
He also took a swipe at Carney, referring to him as “Governor Carney” (echoing past annexation jokes) and claiming “Canada lives because of the United States.” In a separate open letter, Trump revoked Canada’s invitation to join a “Board of Peace,” citing ingratitude.
The threat targets fears of transshipment—Chinese goods rerouted through Canada to avoid U.S. tariffs—especially after Carney’s deal allowed up to 49,000 Chinese EVs into Canada at a low 6.1% tariff rate, plus reductions on Canadian exports like canola seed (to 15% combined by March 1) and exemptions for canola meal, lobsters, crabs, and peas.
Background: Rising Tensions Between U.S., Canada, and China
This isn’t isolated drama. Trump has previously imposed high tariffs on Canadian goods (up to 35% in some sectors), citing unfair trade practices. Relations soured further at the World Economic Forum in Davos, where Carney criticized a “fading rules-based order” and urged middle powers to unite—comments many saw as indirect shots at Trump’s America-first policies.
Carney fired back at Trump’s “Canada lives because of the U.S.” claim, stating:
“Canada and the United States have built a remarkable partnership… But Canada doesn’t ‘live because of the United States’. Canada thrives because we are Canadian. We are masters in our own house.”
The Canada-China partnership focuses on trade, energy, and agri-food, but Canadian officials like Minister Dominic LeBlanc clarified there’s “no pursuit of a free trade deal with China”—just resolutions on specific tariff issues.
Global Reactions and Fan Takes on X: Shock, Support, and Warnings
The news exploded online, with reactions ranging from applause for Trump’s tough stance to concerns about economic fallout:
- Supporters celebrated: “Trump just warned Canada: If Mark Carney turns Canada into a China trans-shipment hub, the U.S. responds with a 100% tariff on all Canadian goods. That’s 75% of our exports at risk. Canada would be FINISHED.”
- Critics pushed back: “Trump already declared economic war on Canada… And you’re surprised that we are negotiating a trade deal with the 2nd largest economy in the world as yours circles the drain. GTFOH.”
- Pragmatic views: “If Canada wants to preserve its sovereignty… courting China is just about the most retarded thing you could do… Canada doesn’t have the cards.”
- Humorous jabs: Multiple posts mocked the “Governor Carney” nickname and shared clips of Trump’s past Canada threats.
The split highlights deep divisions: Trump backers see it as protecting American jobs, while others warn of damaged alliances and higher costs for consumers on both sides of the border.
What This Means for Trade, the Economy, and North America
A 100% tariff would devastate Canada-U.S. trade—Canada sends about 75% of its exports to the U.S., including energy, autos, and agriculture. It could disrupt supply chains, raise prices, and strain the USMCA agreement. For China, it reinforces efforts to isolate Beijing’s influence in the Western Hemisphere.
Trump’s pattern of bold threats (followed sometimes by backdowns, like recent European tariff reversals) keeps markets on edge. As one analyst noted, this is part of broader “great-power rivalry” dynamics Carney warned about.
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