The 25% tariff on most imported Canadian goods that President Trump's plans to impose Tuesday has touched off a range of emotions along the world's longest international border.
The Trump administration is planning to put tariffs on some of the country's — and Maine's — biggest trade partners. A 10% tax on Canadian energy imports and a steeper 25% tax on all other goods from the country is expected to go into effect Tuesday.
OLD ORCHARD BEACH, Maine — Old Orchard Beach has long been a favorite getaway for Canadian tourists, with their spending making up a significant share of local business revenue. But concerns are growing that the tariff turmoil between the U.S. and Canada could put a dent in Maine's tourism industry.
Businesses on Maine and New Hampshire’s coast have concerns about whether Canadians will return in 2025. Trump's spat with Canada isn't only reason.