# Trump singles out Canada in tariff war, writer says Canada must retaliate aggressively

Matt Gurney writes that Trump has targeted Canada for special treatment in his tariff war, leaving Canadians with no choice but to respond harshly. The author argues that Canada must get "nasty" in its retaliation to protect its economy and sovereignty. This matters because it signals a sharp escalation in US-Canada trade tensions, with potential economic consequences for both countries.

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- [The Guardian Biz](https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/jul/29/donald-trump-canada-tariff-war-white-house-mark-carney-us-president) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 11:01:04 GMT