"U.S.-Canada Border Policy 2025: Tariffs, Security, and Immigration Measures"
This executive order, issued February 3, 2025, temporarily suspends tariffs on Canadian goods. The tariffs were initially imposed due to concerns over Canada's insufficient response to drug and human trafficking across their shared border. The order pauses the tariffs until March 4th to allow for further assessment of Canada's actions. A continued failure by Canada to address these issues could result in the immediate implementation of the tariffs. The order includes provisions for continued monitoring of the border situation and emphasizes the President's authority to act under existing laws. Ultimately, this document outlines a temporary reprieve predicated on Canada taking sufficient measures to address the border crisis.