Could a tariff war erupt between the United States and Mexico? A top Mexican official said his country might retaliate if the Trump administration placed steep tariffs on Mexico. Mexico, Trump, Donald J, United States International Relations, Customs (Tariff), Protectionism (Trade), International Trade and World Market, Sheinbaum, Claudia, Illegal Immigration, Politics and Government, United States Economy Could a tariff war erupt between the United States and Mexico? A top Mexican official said his country might retaliate if the Trump administration placed steep tariffs on Mexico. NYT > Business