Scrambling Trump eyes surprise reversal to rescue Susan Collins: report

President Donald Trump is expected to lift some tariffs on Canadian goods to help Sen. Susan Collins (R-ME) and other Republicans in the midterms, The Wall Street Journal reported Friday in an exclusive.The changes could come as soon as Friday and would likely eliminate 50% tariffs on certain agricultural and forestry products, people familiar with the plans told the newspaper. They cautioned that the timing and scope could change.Collins welcomed the move in a statement after the report, listing nine types of goods that would be spared, among them some farm machinery, refrigeration equipment and packaging.“I have asked for tariff relief for these important products and stressed the burdens additional costs impose on Maine businesses and families,” Collins said. “I will continue working directly with Administration officials to seek additional relief from tariffs and encourage a broader trade agreement with Canada, our neighbor, ally, and largest trading partner.”But there could...