Trump's Bridge Blunder: A Symptom of a Broader Trade Tussle The newly opened Gordie Howe Bridge between Michigan and Ontario is more than just an engineering marvel; it's a symbol of the complexities and tensions that have defined US Canada relations under Donald Trump.
The bridge's opening ceremony, initially planned as a joint event, was hastily cancelled after Trump imposed a 50% tariff on Canadian goods, citing "discrimination" against American autos and other products.
This latest development is hardly surprising given the longstanding trade disputes between the two nations.