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Trump: Mexico tariffs ‘likely’ to take effect despite talks

President Trump said today that a tariff on all Mexican goods will likely take effect next week, even though a summit meeting between top U.S. and Mexican officials is scheduled for Wednesday.

“We are going to see if we can do something,” Trump said. “But I think it’s more likely that the tariffs go on and we’ll probably be talking during the time that the tariffs are on—and they’re going to be paid.”

Trump was asked about reports some Republican members of Congress may try to block his move to impose those tariffs.

“I don’t think they will do that. If they do, it’s foolish,” he said. “There’s nothing more important than borders.”

Trump commented during a press conference in London