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Trump Threatens Bombardier Jet Ban as Canada Implements Retaliatory Tariffs
9/8/2026, 11:50:42 PM
Trump Escalates Trade Dispute with Bombardier
President Donald Trump announced on Monday that the United States would halt sales of Canada’s Bombardier business jets unless the company begins manufacturing the aircraft domestically. The threat follows the collapse of earlier trade talks and comes amid a broader U.S. tariff regime targeting Canadian products.
Bombardier’s U.S. Footprint and Response
Bombardier issued a statement emphasizing that its operations rely heavily on American labor and components. The company cites facilities in Kansas, Texas, Arizona, Florida, Connecticut, Illinois, Delaware, California, Washington, D.C., and New Jersey, noting that wings for its flagship jet are produced in Red Oak, Texas, and flight-control parts are assembled near Los Angeles. Kansas Republican Senator Jerry Moran contacted the White House to highlight the company’s “significant contributions to Kansas” and its importance to workers in Wichita and the broader supply chain.
Canadian Retaliatory Tariffs
In response to the U.S. measures, Canada enacted tariffs on nearly $20 billion of American goods, covering categories such as steel, dairy, appliances, farm equipment, paper and electronics. Canadian Minister of Finance and National Revenue François-Philippe Champagne framed the action as a matter of “fairness” and “leveling the playing field.” The tariffs mirror many of the sectors targeted by the United States, including American steel and dairy products.
Official Statements & Responses
- Donald Trump warned that Bombardier must “build here” or lose access to the U.S. market.
- Bombardier highlighted its reliance on U.S. components and the jobs it sustains across multiple states.
- François-Philippe Champagne described Canada’s tariffs as a reciprocal measure aimed at restoring equitable trade conditions.
- Senator Jerry Moran urged the administration to consider the economic impact on Kansas and the broader aerospace supply chain.
Verbatim Quotes
- “NO MORE SELLING BOMBARDIER IN THE UNITED STATES! Their products aren’t good enough!” — Donald Trump, president
- “It’s all about fairness. It’s all about (leveling the) playing field,” — Canadian Minister, of Finance and National Revenue François-Philippe Champagne
