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Trump Threatens Bridge Blockade Over Canada Trade Deal

2/12/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to block the Gordie Howe International Bridge unless Canada compensates the United States and shares ownership.
He said the bridge is funded by Canada and lacks U.S. content, demanding fairness.
The remarks followed a Canada–China trade agreement he argues undermines U.S. interests.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said the bridge's construction involved U.S. and Canadian resources and hopes to resolve the dispute.

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U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to block the Gordie Howe International Bridge unless Canada compensates the United States and shares ownership.
He said the bridge is funded by Canada and lacks U.S. content, demanding fairness.
The remarks followed a Canada–China trade agreement he argues undermines U.S. interests.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said the bridge's construction involved U.S. and Canadian resources and hopes to resolve the dispute.