A tiny Washington town only accessible through Canada has been so hurt by trade war even sales at its liquor store are off 40%

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"If we don’t get the support from the Canadians, this town will die,” said Tamra Hansen, whose eyes welled with tears as she described her two restaurants on the brink.

Many in Point Roberts don’t blame the Canadians for their disdain over Trump’s perceived sovereignty threat.

This fear over unexpected tariff fees has made people cautious about buying things in Point Roberts — if they’re coming into town at all.

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Author / Journalist: Sally Ho, The Associated Press

Category: EconomyBusiness

Markets: United StatesCanada

Topics: Tariffs and trade Sales Tariffs Donald Trump Washington

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Published On: 2025-03-24 @ 12:27:06 (2 days ago)

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