U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday (February 9, 2026) threatened to bar the new $4.6 billion ‌bridge connecting Detroit and Windsor, Ontario from opening, in his latest salvo against ​Canada over trade issues. Mr. Trump cited Canada’s ownership of the Gordie Howe International Bridge, its refusal to stock some U.S. alcoholic beverages on Canadian store shelves, Canada’s tariffs on dairy products and its trade talks with China. Higher costs for Michigan businesses, less secure supply chains, and ultimately, fewer jobs.”She added Mr. Trump ‍is “punishing Michiganders for a trade war he started. The Gordie Howe Bridge will cut 20 minutes off the crossing time, saving truckers $2.3 billion over 30 years, according to a University of Windsor study. Mr. Trump has made a number of threats against Canada in his second term and drastically hike tariffs on the U.S. northern neighbor.

Source: The Hindu February 10, 2026 05:02 UTC