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The Trump administration announced a reduction in tariffs on certain Canadian goods just weeks before the midterm elections. Starting October 30, tariffs will be lowered on agricultural products, plywood, paper products, and refrigeration equipment. However, a 50% tariff will still apply to other Canadian goods, including carpets and valves. Senator Susan Collins highlighted that these exemptions would benefit Maine's agricultural sector. The U.S. imposed a 50% tariff on $20 billion worth of Canadian goods after failed trade negotiations in August, prompting Canada to retaliate. Collins is seeking further tariff exemptions and a broader trade agreement with Canada, as her re-election campaign faces challenges from her Democratic opponent, Troy Jackson, who criticizes the trade war.