US won’t renew trade deal with Mexico and Canada that Trump struck in 1st term

The Trump administration announced it will not renew the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), a trade deal originally negotiated by President Trump to replace the North American Free Trade Agreement. The decision was made due to perceived shortcomings and trade deficits with Mexico and Canada. While the USMCA is set to remain in effect until 2036, the administration is open to negotiating new trade deals sooner. Officials emphasized the possibility of withdrawing from the agreement earlier if necessary. The announcement coincided with a key review deadline, where U.S. officials discussed the agreement’s operation and potential next steps with Mexico and Canada. President Trump, who once praised the USMCA as the best trade agreement, has since criticized it, claiming North American partners have taken advantage of the U.S. QUESTION: How might changes in international trade agreements impact the economy and job opportunities for future generations?