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Trump signals he may pull out of trade agreement with Mexico and Canada, which could impact Texas businesses
By Andrew Schneider at Houston Public Media (NPR/PBS)
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
President Donald Trump, who negotiated the USMCA during his first presidential term as a replacement for NAFTA, praised it at the time. Negotiations on whether to extend the agreement are likely to stretch past a key July 1 deadline.
Key takeaway Negotiations on whether to extend the agreement are likely to stretch past a key July 1 deadline.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
The potential withdrawal from the USMCA trade agreement could have significant implications for businesses in Piney Point Village and the broader Houston area. As a major hub for international trade, Houston's economy is closely tied to the agreement, which governs trade between the US, Mexico, and Canada. Local companies that rely on exports to these countries, particularly in the energy and manufacturing sectors, may face increased tariffs and regulatory hurdles if the agreement is not extended. This could lead to higher costs and reduced competitiveness for these businesses, potentially impacting their ability to operate and create jobs in the region. With negotiations likely to drag on past the July 1 deadline, Texas businesses will be watching closely to see how the situation unfolds and what it may mean for their operations and bottom line.
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Category: business ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: Houston Public Media (NPR/PBS) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? President Donald Trump, who negotiated the USMCA during his first presidential term as a replacement for NAFTA, praised it at the time. Negotiations on whether to extend the agreement are likely to stretch past a key July 1 deadline.
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