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Trump threatens to end trade with Mexico and Europe after rate hike

Trump threatens to end trade with Mexico and Europe after rate hike
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US President Donald Trump has threatened to end trade with countries where America runs a trade deficit, after the Federal Reserve unanimously voted to raise interest rates despite his pressure campaign. The threat targets Canada, Mexico, and the European Union.

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Trump threatens to end trade with Mexico and Europe after rate hike

US President Donald Trump had tried to pressure the Fed to lower rates, but it voted unanimously to raise them instead. In response, Trump is now threatening to end trade with countries the US has a trade deficit with – namely Canada, Mexico and the European Union.

Published On 17 Sep 2026

17 Sep 2026

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