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Trump's Bridge Threat Sparks Criticism, Political Fallout

2/12/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump drew criticism from the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) for comments about Gordie Howe International Bridge.
Trump threatened to halt the bridge’s opening, saying Canada offered a bad deal and demanded partial ownership.
The Journal described the actions as shoddy treatment of an ally and indicative of cronyism in his administration.
Observers warned the dispute could help Democrats in a potential House majority, increasing scrutiny of Trump.

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U.S. President Donald Trump drew criticism from the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) for comments about Gordie Howe International Bridge.
Trump threatened to halt the bridge’s opening, saying Canada offered a bad deal and demanded partial ownership.
The Journal described the actions as shoddy treatment of an ally and indicative of cronyism in his administration.
Observers warned the dispute could help Democrats in a potential House majority, increasing scrutiny of Trump.