President Donald Trump's tariffs on Canada and Mexico are an "attempt to stop the bleeding" in the American economy, United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain told "This Week" on Sunday in defense of the controversial measures.

"We're in a crisis mode in this country," Fain said, suggesting America's trade system is "broken" and in need of drastic reform. "We’re in a triage situation," he added.

Tariffs "aren't the end solution," Fain explained, "but they are a huge factor in fixing this problem."

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President Donald Trump's tariffs on Canada and Mexico "are an attempt to stop the bleeding" in the U.S. economy, United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain said.{ai:summary}<p>United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain defended President Trump's tariffs on Canada and Mexico, describing them as necessary to address a "broken" American trade system. He emphasized that while tariffs are not a complete solution, they play a significant role in addressing the economic crisis.</p><p>Fain characterized the current economic situation as one of "triage," indicating urgent reforms are needed. The discussion highlights the ongoing debate about trade policies and their impact on the economy. #economy</p>

Trump Canada, Mexico tariffs can 'stop the bleeding' in US economy, UAW chief says

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