An apparent last-minute deal between the Trump administration and Canada put the brewing trade war on a 30-day hold, but a return would drive up utility bills.
PORTLAND, Ore. — An Oregon nonprofit which helps people pay for their power bills had phones ringing more than usual Monday.
This followed the Trump administration’s back-and-forth with the leaders of Mexico and Canada over U.S.-imposed tariffs and retaliatory tariffs, which are now all on hold.
Employees at the Oregon Employment Fund said power customers are calling them to ask how they can afford to pay higher heating and power bills if the tariffs are approved.
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