Global National: July 20, 2026 | Trump announces new 50% tariffs on Canada, deepens trade war

U.S. President Donald Trump has suddenly escalated his trade war with Canada, announcing 50 per cent tariffs on most Canadian imports. Jillian Piper explains how Trump is justifying the move and when the levies kick in, while Dawna Friesen looks at how Prime Minister Mark Carney is reacting. Canada and the U.S. have a longstanding agreement to help each other fight wildfires, but that's not stopping Trump from complaining about the smoke from Ontario's blazes. Jillian Piper reports on what Trump is threatening to do, and how other politicians are calling for cooperation instead of confrontation. Calgary police are now asking for the public's help finding an 11-year-old boy, who vanished July 16 after leaving his day home. Heather Yourex-West explains why an Amber Alert wasn't issued until two days later and the calls for changes to Alberta's emergency alert system. Plus, Spain defeated Argentina to win the 2026 World Cup, capping off a tournament that captivated billions of people from all walks of life. Eric Sorensen looks back on the highs and lows of the exhilarating competition. For more info, please go to https://globalnews.ca/news/11973157/donald-trump-tariffs-canada-50-per-cent/ Subscribe to Global News Channel HERE: http://bit.ly/20fcXDc Follow Global News on X HERE: http://bit.ly/1Toz8mt Follow Global News on TikTok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@globalnews.ca?lang=en GlobalNews GlobalNational TrumpTariffs