US President Donald Trump has sparked controversy by claiming the Gordie Howe International Bridge, set to open in 2026, has "virtually no US content" and that Canada owns both ends of the bridge. However, former Bank of England governor Mark Carney has reminded Trump that Canada paid for the structure's construction and that ownership is shared between Michigan and the Canadian government.
In a tweet, Trump asserted that increased trade between Canada and China would include a ban on Canadians playing ice hockey, sparking widespread ridicule among Canadians. Carney downplayed the comments during a press conference ahead of an Olympic game between the two countries, explaining that the bridge's construction involved both US and Canadian steel and workers.
Trump has long been critical of Canada, but his latest outburst has raised concerns about his approach to international relations. The former president has imposed tariffs on Canadian goods and has repeatedly criticized the country's dairy industry and trade policies.
The dispute over the Gordie Howe International Bridge is just one example of Trump's growing tensions with Canada. Ontario Premier Doug Ford has vowed to "double down" on the US liquor ban, while Canadian Chamber of Commerce CEO Candace Laing emphasized the importance of cooperation between the two countries in building infrastructure and creating jobs.
Trump's behavior has been widely criticized as "epic troll behaviour" by comedian Mark Critch. The situation highlights the ongoing challenges in US-Canada relations, particularly under Trump's presidency.
In a tweet, Trump asserted that increased trade between Canada and China would include a ban on Canadians playing ice hockey, sparking widespread ridicule among Canadians. Carney downplayed the comments during a press conference ahead of an Olympic game between the two countries, explaining that the bridge's construction involved both US and Canadian steel and workers.
Trump has long been critical of Canada, but his latest outburst has raised concerns about his approach to international relations. The former president has imposed tariffs on Canadian goods and has repeatedly criticized the country's dairy industry and trade policies.
The dispute over the Gordie Howe International Bridge is just one example of Trump's growing tensions with Canada. Ontario Premier Doug Ford has vowed to "double down" on the US liquor ban, while Canadian Chamber of Commerce CEO Candace Laing emphasized the importance of cooperation between the two countries in building infrastructure and creating jobs.
Trump's behavior has been widely criticized as "epic troll behaviour" by comedian Mark Critch. The situation highlights the ongoing challenges in US-Canada relations, particularly under Trump's presidency.
like isnt he just a guest on their bridge lol? and what does it have to do with them banning ice hockey?? i thought thats just for fun 
️ anyway, sounds like trumps being his usual drama queen self 
and can we pls talk about the gordie howe international bridge btw its gonna be so cool when its finally done 
cant believe trump is being so extra about the gordie howe bridge lol what does he know about canadas economy and trade policies anyway? like seriously dude canada paid for that bridge construction dont try to act like its all yours 
it's just another excuse for trump to be salty towards canada lol anyway i think we need more canadians speaking up about this stuff and setting the record straight 
, you know? First, he's talking trash about Canada's economy and now he's saying we own that new bridge because of ice hockey 
Newsflash, Donald: Canada built that bridge and paid for it 
. And honestly, who's gonna ban Canadians from playing ice hockey? You think China is gonna step in and regulate our love for the puck? 
. The border is gonna get a whole lot more tense with this guy at the helm...
). This whole thing is just another example of Trump's divisive behavior and how it affects international relations. We need more diplomacy and less drama 
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. I mean, come on, claiming that Canada owns a bridge? That's like saying your buddy owns half of your house without even paying rent 
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. We've heard it all before - tariffs, trade wars, criticism of our dairy industry... can't he just chill? 
The thing is, Canada's not some country we can just bully or strong-arm into doing what we want. They're a partner, bro.
. It's time for the US to step up its game and work with Canada on infrastructure projects and job creation. Let's build bridges (pun intended) not barriers 
, i mean come on, claiming canada owns both ends of the gordie howe bridge is just not true