# Trump to lower some tariffs against Canada

> Maine senator says Trump administration cuts tariffs on Canadian goods to help rural economy.
- Title: Trump to lower some tariffs against Canada · Financialpost
- Summary: Maine senator says Trump administration cuts tariffs on Canadian goods to help rural economy. Trump administration expands tariff exemptions for Canadian…
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- Source: Financialpost — https://financialpost.com/news/economy/trump-lower-tariffs-against-canada-maine-senator
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## Trump administration expands tariff exemptions
U.S. Senator Susan Collins announced tariff exemptions for Canadian paper, plastics, machinery and food products to help Maine's rural and coastal economy.
## Collins targets rural and coastal economy
Collins, in a competitive reelection race, has touted her ability to get tariff reductions that impact Maine consumers and businesses.
## White House no immediate response
The White House did not immediately respond to a request for comment on the tariff exemptions.
## Key takeaway

Trump administration expands tariff exemptions for Canadian paper, plastics, machinery and food to boost Maine's rural and coastal economy.