USMCA Faces July 1 Deadline: Exit Threat Looms Over North American Trade Pact

North America's largest trade agreement enters its make-or-break phase. By July 1, the U.S., Mexico, and Canada must approve a 16-year extension or signal withdrawal, triggering a six-year exit process. The Trump administration is demanding tighter rules on Chinese goods, higher U.S. manufacturing content, and expanded dairy access. Trade Representative Greer indicated talks may extend past the deadline while refusing to rule out full withdrawal if demands aren't met.