The six-lane bridge is about to attach Windsor, Ontario, and Detroit, Michigan.
President Donald Trump on Monday threatened to dam the opening of a brand new bridge between the USA and Canada till, he stated, Canada compensates and respects the U.S.
“I can’t permit this bridge to open till the USA is absolutely compensated for every part now we have given them, and likewise, importantly, Canada treats the USA with the Equity and Respect that we deserve,” Trump stated in a social media submit on Monday.
President Donald Trump walks in direction of Marine One for journey to Florida from the South Garden of the White Home., Feb. 6, 2026.
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The president didn’t point out the bridge by identify, however seems to be referring to the Gordie Howe Worldwide Bridge. The six-lane project is about to attach Windsor, Ontario, and Detroit, Michigan.
Trump stated that he plans to “begin negotiations, IMMEDIATELY,” seeming to discuss with a deal on the bridge.
The $4.7 billion bridge has been beneath development since 2018. It’s anticipated to open early this yr, with main development full, although a gap date has not but been introduced. Its development is being financed and overseen by the Canadian authorities.
The Gordie Howe Worldwide Bridge connects Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, Canada, April 17, 2025.
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Trump on Monday additionally repeated his ongoing criticism of Canada since he started a commerce struggle with America’s northern neighbor.
“With all that now we have given them, we should always personal, maybe, no less than one half of this asset. The revenues generated due to the U.S. Market shall be astronomical,” Trump stated within the submit.
ABC Information’ Meredith Deliso contributed to this report.
