Trudeau Concedes: Canada Deploys 10,000 Troops to Border, Appoints Fentanyl Task Force to Stall U.S. Tariffs
Under pressure from U.S. tariffs, Canada agrees to deploy troops, crack down on fentanyl trafficking, and strengthen border security—securing a temporary 30-day pause in trade penalties.

In a move mirroring the recent agreement between the U.S. and Mexico, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced today that his government has reached an agreement with the United States to delay the implementation of new tariffs. The deal, which follows direct discussions between Trudeau and President Donald Trump, will see Canada deploy 10,000 troops to its southern border as part of a $1.3 billion border security initiative.
According to Trudeau, this initiative will include enhanced aerial surveillance, new technology, and increased personnel to bolster border security. Additionally, Canada has committed to closer cooperation with U.S. authorities and the allocation of new resources to combat fentanyl trafficking, a growing crisis in North America.
As part of the agreement, Canada will also:
This agreement has prompted the U.S. to pause its proposed tariffs on Canadian goods for 30 days, allowing time to assess the effectiveness of these measures.
Following Trudeau’s announcement, President Trump confirmed the deal on his Truth Social account, emphasizing that Canada has committed to securing the Northern Border and tackling the fentanyl crisis that has devastated American communities.
Trump stated that he is “very pleased with this initial outcome” and that the 30-day tariff suspension will provide an opportunity to negotiate a long-term economic deal with Canada.
New Trade Restrictions on Canada & China
In a related development, the Financial Times reported that the U.S. will impose stricter customs regulations on mail shipments from Canada and China starting Tuesday. The move aims to close trade loopholes that previously allowed low-value imports to bypass duties.
According to documents set for publication in the Federal Register on February 5, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will require that all shipments, regardless of value, undergo formal customs clearance before being released.
These measures follow Trump’s recent executive orders targeting imports from both nations, ensuring that previously exempt low-value goods will now be subject to tariffs.
Vice President J.D. Vance summarized the situation in a pointed social media post:
"For three days, many on the far left insisted the U.S. would gain nothing from President Trump’s demand that Mexico secure its borders. Well, how do you like them apples?"
With Canada now following Mexico’s lead, all eyes are on Trudeau’s next move. Will this agreement hold, or is it just the beginning of further negotiations?