U.S. President Donald Tr ump is threatening to block the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge, poised to become the newest border crossing between Windsor, Ont., and Detroit. Senator Elissa Slotkin, a Democrat from Michigan, says Trump is punishing the people of her state with his threat to block the bridge. "President Trump's threat tonight to tank it is awful for our state's economy. WATCH | How the mayor of Windsor reacted to Trump's threat to stall bridge: Windsor mayor says Trump's threat over bridge to his city 'just insane' | Power & Politics | Duration 4:35 Power & Politics speaks to the mayor of Windsor, Ont., after U.S. President Donald Trump threatens to block the opening of a new bridge between Ontario and Michigan. The new bridge is named for the Saskatchewan-born hockey legend who played 25 seasons with the Detroit Red Wings.

Source: CBC News February 10, 2026 00:47 UTC