Trump Declared “We Don’t Need Canada’s Lumber” — Now Soaring Costs and Supply Gaps Tell a Different Story
“We have more lumber than they do.” That bold claim from Donald Trump echoed across headlines—but behind the scenes, something far more complicated began to unfold.
Tariffs surged past 35%, quietly reshaping supply chains and sending shockwaves through America’s housing market.
As costs climbed—sometimes adding over $10,000 per home—builders faced a brutal reality few saw coming. Projects stalled. Prices spiked. And Canada? It didn’t retreat—it pivoted.
So who’s really winning this trade battle… and what’s the hidden cost no one’s talking about?