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In this breakdown, Robert Reich exposes how Trump’s aluminum tariffs on Canada are backfiring spectacularly. Instead of protecting American industry, the policy has triggered a supply chain crisis that is forcing Boeing to consider shifting critical production out of the United States.

The fatal flaw? The administration treated all aluminum as the same. But the U.S. relies on Canada for nearly 40% of the specialized, high-purity aerospace aluminum required for the F-35 fighter jet and commercial aircraft. This material cannot simply be replaced by American smelters overnight.

The Consequence:

Strategic Shift: Canada, led by figures like Mark Carney, is pivoting to sell this irreplaceable resource to Airbus, Chinese aerospace firms, and global competitors under long-term contracts.

Boeing’s Dilemma: To secure access to this essential metal without crippling tariffs, Boeing is now evaluating Canadian facilities—effectively moving American manufacturing jobs north of the border.

The Reaction: Instead of fixing the policy, the response has been to accuse Boeing of treason.