Trump Threatens to Block Opening of $4.7bn US–Canada Bridge Over Ownership Dispute
US President Donald Trump has threatened to block the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge, a major infrastructure project linking the United States and Canada, insisting that the US should own “at least half” of the structure.
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The $4.7 billion bridge connects Michigan to Ontario and is scheduled to open later this year. Construction on the long-anticipated project began in 2018. It is named after the late Canadian-born National Hockey League legend, Gordie Howe.
In a post on Truth Social, President Trump stated that he would not permit the bridge to open until the United States is “fully compensated” for what he claimed the country had contributed to the project.
He also raised concerns over governance and construction, alleging that Canada would control both sides of the bridge and arguing that “virtually” no US-made products were used in its development. According to the President, negotiations over the matter would begin immediately.
The Gordie Howe International Bridge is expected to enhance cross-border trade, ease congestion at existing crossings and strengthen economic ties between the two neighbouring countries. The project has been widely viewed as a critical component of North American trade infrastructure.
Trump Threatens to Block Opening of $4.7bn US–Canada Bridge Over Ownership Dispute