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[^3]\n\nMexico's exports to the United States reached US$60.550 billion in July 2026, representing a 33.6% year-over-year increase. [^4]\n\nCanada has responded with its own tariffs on U.S. dairy and ag equipment, among other products, expected to take effect next week. [^5]\n\nRandy Russell expressed concern that relations with the Canadian government present real challenges compared to those with the Mexican government. [^6]\n\nThe U.S. currently has a 50 percent tariff in effect on certain Canadian goods, including dairy. [^7]\n\nGermán de la Garza de Vecchi announced the incorporation of Jaime Rodríguez Eguiarte as a new partner to help organizations avoid scrutiny from the US government. [^8]\n\nGermán de la Garza de Vecchi, leader of Fisher Phillips Mexico, stated that the primary causes of these cases include employer interference, firings for union activity, threats, and anti-union discrimination. [^9]\n\nOf the 48 total cases, 15 remain active, 30 have been closed, and three have required the constitution of arbitration panels. [^10]\n\nThe USMCA trade agreement has established a new landscape for labor relations in Mexico, where US government oversight of worker rights has become a critical factor for corporate operations. 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