Trump's remarks come after Canadian PM Mark Carney stated that Ottawa will respond with a "dollar for dollar" move to match the 50 per cent tariff. As the United States and Canada find themselves locked in a trade dispute yet again, President Donald Trump has hit back at the neighbouring nation. Taking to social media, the US president accused Canada of asking too much while renewing his 51st state jibe.Trump announced a 50 per cent tariff on Canada after trade negotiations with the neighbouring country fell through. (AP Photo/Meg Kinnard)"Canada wants the benefits of being a State, without being one!!! They have also charged our great farmers, for many years, massive amounts of Tariffs. No more!!!" Trump wrote on Truth Social.Trump's remarks come after Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney stated that Ottawa will respond with a "dollar for dollar" move to match the 50 per cent tariff imposed by Trump.Calling the imposition of tariffs "an attack on Canada," Carney stated that the details will be released later this week as Canada will focus on protecting its economy and national interests.Trump announced a 50 per cent tariff on Canada after trade negotiations with the neighbouring country fell through.Danita Yadav is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times. Based in New Delhi, Danita serves as a pivotal voice in international reportage in the team. Operating under the mandate of delivering "without the noise", Danita excels at distilling complex geopolitical developments into lucid, objective narratives which prioritise factual accuracy over sensationalism. In HT, Danita has been recognised for her breaking news efforts and time-bound coverage of the Air India crash, which has driven over 2 million users to the website through trusted, factual coverage of the incident. Thriving in high-pressure editorial environments, Danita has also cultivated a reputation for navigating the nuances of global diplomacy and cross-border policy. With over four years of experience in the journalism industry, Danita has spent her years diving deep into the coverage of international relations and global conflicts. She has previously worked with the news teams at Outlook India and Times Network, covering a wide range of beats and topics, from education curricula and student protests to Indian politics and international conflicts such as the Ukraine, Gaza, and Sudan wars. Danita earned her Bachelor's Degree in Journalism from Kamala Nehru College, University of Delhi. Beyond the newsroom and her love for international relations, you'll find Danita 'geeking' out over books, music and BTS. Her appreciation for global pop culture and storytelling also added to her unique perspective on the "soft power" dynamics that increasingly have shaped international relations in the ever-changing global order.Read MoreSee Less