US ends tariffs on some Canadian products, replaces them with others amid tight mid-term race for Susan Collin in Maine

The US has announced the end of 50% tariffs on some Canadian agricultural and forestry products, replacing them with new tariffs on certain other Canadian products. The changes, which will take effect on 30 October, were announced by President Donald Trump, who claims the exemptions will help Maine's agriculture industry, particularly blueberry, potato, apple, and seaweed producers.

Maine Republican Senator Susan Collins, who is in a tight race for reelection, initially made the announcement, stating that the relief would aid Maine's farmers and rural and coastal communities. However, her Democratic rival, Troy Jackson, has criticized Collins for enabling Trump's tariff policies and accused her of voting to confirm the people behind the policies.

The move comes amid the ongoing trade standoff between the US and Canada, with both countries imposing tariffs on each other's goods.

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