Overview

• The prime minister travels Monday for a Tuesday White House meeting focused on trade and security, with Canadian officials cautioning against expectations of a breakthrough.
• Canadian sources say the delegation’s priority is partial relief on U.S. steel tariffs as a template to address other sector-specific duties.
• President Trump posted that a new 25% tariff on medium and heavy‑duty truck imports will take effect Nov. 1, adding to existing 50% steel and aluminum and 25% auto tariffs and higher softwood lumber levies.
• Industry groups expect no immediate removals, with auto and aluminum representatives seeking positive signals while the United Steelworkers warn against returning without tangible outcomes.
• Political pressure is intensifying as Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre urges a deal to lift tariffs, the White House confirms trade is on the agenda, and both countries launch consultations ahead of the 2026 CUSMA review.