#TariffPause In early 2025, former President Donald Trump announced a temporary pause on new tariffs targeting key trade partners like Mexico and Canada. This came after talks with leaders from both countries, where agreements were made on stronger border security and efforts to combat drug trafficking. The pause, which extended to USMCA-compliant imports, was meant to ease tensions and give room for negotiation. However, by late February, Trump reversed the pause, reinstating tariffs and doubling those on Chinese imports, citing a lack of progress. The tariff pause reflected Trump’s strategic use of trade as leverage in both economic and security matters.