Former US President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Mexico, threatening to impose severe tariffs on automobile imports if the country does not take stronger action to prevent illegal immigration into the United States.
Speaking at a rally in Toronto, Trump claimed that Mexico has not done enough to stop migrants from crossing the US border, despite previous agreements. "If they don’t act, we’ll hit their auto industry hard—20%, 25%, maybe even 50% tariffs," he declared.
USMCA Trade Deal Under Scrutiny
The threat raises concerns over the future of the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), which was designed to facilitate trade between the three nations. Analysts warn that such tariffs could disrupt supply chains and increase costs for American consumers.
Mark Carney’s Response
Former Bank of England Governor Mark Carney, who was also present at the event, cautioned against aggressive trade measures, stating that "economic retaliation rarely leads to long-term solutions."
Trump’s remarks come amid heightened political tensions in the US, where immigration remains a polarising issue ahead of the next presidential election.
