Vermont's tourism sector declines amid US-Canada trade war

October is peak fall foliage season in Vermont, when thousands of Canadians traditionally cross the border to take in the spectacular colors.

But this year, many are staying home, boycotting the US over Donald Trump’s trade war and threats to make Canada the 51st state.

The drop in visitors is hitting Vermont businesses hard, and the state is now trying to win its Canadian neighbors back.

CGTN's Karina Huber reports from Vermont.

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