President Donald Trump issued a sharp warning to Canada on Saturday, January 24, signaling potential economic consequences if Ottawa moves forward with a trade agreement involving China.

In a post shared on Truth Social, Trump said he would pursue a 100% tariff on all Canadian imports to the United States should Canada finalize any such deal. He accused Canadian leadership of attempting to position the country as a conduit for Chinese goods entering the U.S. market.

Referring to Prime Minister Mark Carney, Trump dismissed the idea outright, saying Canada would not be allowed to function as a “drop-off port” for Chinese products destined for American consumers.

Trump’s comments underscore ongoing tensions around trade policy and supply chains, particularly as the U.S. continues to take a hard line on China’s global manufacturing and export reach. A blanket tariff of this scale would represent one of the most aggressive trade measures ever proposed against a close U.S. ally.

For now, the statement remains a warning—but one that could carry major implications for cross-border trade if pursued.

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