The White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett says U.S.-Canada trade negotiations are “very close” to reaching a deal, adding that talks are “picking up” and “gathering steam.” His comments come as the Trump administration has recently adjusted Canadian tariffs, aiming to benefit certain Maine businesses.
Bloomberg reports Hassett’s remarks in the context of the tariff change, noting it followed lobbying by U.S. Senator Susan Collins. Another Bloomberg piece emphasizes the same substance, framing the update as progress in negotiations. Investing.com similarly highlights Hassett’s “very close” characterization, focusing on the stated proximity of a possible agreement rather than the policy backdrop.
