<p>Tariffs against Canada and Mexico, initiated by President Donald Trump, took effect on Tuesday. Newsday business reporter Brianne Ledda explains how this could impact Long Islanders.</p>


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What do Trump's promised tariffs mean for Long Island?

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'It might cause the cost of goods to increase'

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