President Donald Trump says the Gordie Howe International Bridge will not open unless the U.S. is compensated, drawing criticism from Michigan leaders.
Trump Threatens to Block Gordie Howe Bridge Opening Over U.S.–Canada Dispute
President Donald Trump has threatened to block the opening of a major U.S.–Canada bridge unless the United States is “fully compensated” for money he says Washington has already paid Canada.
The Gordie Howe International Bridge, which spans the Detroit River and connects Michigan with Ontario, will not open until Canada “treats the United States fairly and with the respect we deserve,” Trump wrote on social media.
According to the project’s website, construction of the bridge is being funded by the Canadian government, while ownership is shared between Canada and the state of Michigan. The bridge is expected to open once final testing and regulatory approvals are completed.
Michigan Sen. Elissa Slotkin, a Democrat, criticized Trump’s comments, calling the potential blockage of the project harmful to Michigan’s economy. She warned it could increase costs for businesses, disrupt supply chains and result in job losses.
“This is a very important project for our state,” Slotkin said, adding that any delay could have serious economic consequences.
It remains unclear how Trump would legally block the bridge from opening. He said negotiations with Canada would begin soon but did not provide details.
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