U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer met with House Republicans on Wednesday to discuss President Donald Trump's ongoing trade war with Canada and his administration's plan to lower tariffs on 300,000 metric tons of imported beef. Lawmakers expressed concerns about the tariffs, particularly those affecting northern border states due to the escalating tit-for-tat tariff battle with Canada. The beef import plan has also caused an uproar among cattle ranchers, who are traditional allies of the president. Republicans are reportedly trying to defend narrow majorities amid voter discontent over the cost of living. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick accused Canada of playing politics, while Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney blamed the Trump administration for talks breaking down.