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Trump Threatens Gordie Howe Bridge Opening Amid Tensions

2/19/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to block the Gordie Howe International Bridge's opening, citing unfair treatment by Canada.
Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens said he has not been contacted by the Trump Administration about this issue.
Drew Dilkens noted that Canada and Michigan jointly own the bridge and will share toll revenue.
The Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority confirmed the bridge is still set to open early this year.

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U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to block the Gordie Howe International Bridge's opening, citing unfair treatment by Canada.
Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens said he has not been contacted by the Trump Administration about this issue.
Drew Dilkens noted that Canada and Michigan jointly own the bridge and will share toll revenue.
The Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority confirmed the bridge is still set to open early this year.