OTTAWA — The White House announced on Wednesday that the U.S. was providing a one-month exemption to automobiles covered by a free trade agreement with Canada and Mexico from the 25 per cent tariffs he slapped on both countries.&nbsp;

Spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt announced the 30-exemption from the president during a press briefing Wednesday afternoon, saying it came at the request of the big three automakers, General Motors, Ford and Stellantis.

The White House announced on Wednesday the U.S. was providing a one-month exemption to automobiles covered by a free trade agreement with Canada and Mexico from the 25 per cent tariffs he slapped on both countries. {ai:summary}The U.S. is granting a one-month exemption from 25% tariffs on automobiles covered by a free trade agreement with Canada and Mexico. This decision, announced by White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt, follows a request from major automakers General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis. #economy

White House announces 30-day reprieve from tariffs for autos under free trade deal

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