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U.S.-Canada Tensions Rise Over $75M Reagan Ad Controversy

11/3/2025

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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent called the Canadian ad featuring former President Reagan "election interference" and accused Ontario Premier Doug Ford of spending $75 million on U.S.-targeted propaganda.
The ad aired during the World Series and drew a response from U.S. President Donald Trump, who said it misrepresented Reagan's tariffs remarks.
Trump halted trade talks with Canada and imposed a 10% tariff, while Ontario Mayor Patrick Brown defended the ad.

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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent called the Canadian ad featuring former President Reagan "election interference" and accused Ontario Premier Doug Ford of spending $75 million on U.S.-targeted propaganda.
The ad aired during the World Series and drew a response from U.S. President Donald Trump, who said it misrepresented Reagan's tariffs remarks.
Trump halted trade talks with Canada and imposed a 10% tariff, while Ontario Mayor Patrick Brown defended the ad.