Former Vice President Mike Pence warned that a trade war with Canada could damage the American economy, noting that American businesses and consumers bear the cost of tariffs, and that such a conflict is undesirable while the economy is recovering.

multiple outlets, traced to a single source · Attributed statement · first recorded Aug 23, 4:30 PM

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The HillCenter · Aug 23, 4:01 PM

The trade war between the U.S. and Canada could damage the American economy

Cites: Mike Pence · Details: former Vice President; Sunday

The HillCenter · Aug 23, 4:01 PM

American businesses and American consumers pay American tariffs

Cites: Mike Pence · Details: direct quote

The HillCenter · Aug 23, 4:01 PM

A trade war with Canada is undesirable while the American economy is getting back on its feet

Cites: Mike Pence · Details: economy 'getting back on its feet'

Washington PostLean left · Aug 24, 7:01 PM

A trade war with Canada would be harmful timing given the current state of the economy

Cites: former vice president (quoted on CNN) · Details: stated economy is 'getting back on its feet'; expressed opposition to trade war