Trump previously voiced his disapproval of a similar tax put forth by Canada amid a trade war between the two countries. In June 2025, the President said he would be “terminating all trade negotiations” with Ottawa because of the levy.
The Canadian government then announced its decision to rescind the tax “in anticipation of a mutually beneficial comprehensive trade arrangement with the United States.”
The tax, which was officially rescinded last month, applied a levy of 3% on revenues similar to those taxed by the U.K.
Can King Charles’ state visit to D.C. save the “special” U.K.-U.S. relationship?
With the visit of British royals now just days away, Trump is eyeing up the meeting with King Charles and Queen Camilla as an opportunity to reestablish a stronger connection between London and Washington.
When asked if the royal visit could help repair the historically strong relationship, Trump said: “Absolutely, the answer is yes.”