Canada‑U.S. Gordie Howe Bridge deal sparks political tension

Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney is moving ahead with the $6.4 billion Gordie Howe International Bridge, a project fully funded by Canadian taxpayers but tied to a renegotiated profit‑sharing arrangement that will give the United States a portion of net earnings. Critics say the details have not been disclosed to the public.

President Donald Trump reacted on Truth Social, posting, “Now, the Canadian Government expects me, as President of the United States, to PERMIT them to just ‘take advantage of America!'” and “What does the United States of America get — Absolutely NOTHING!” Canadian bridge‑authority chair Marie Campagna recorded a February 9 phone call with U.S. consul‑general Baxter Hunt raising questions about toll rates, and subsequent emails between bridge officials referenced Trump’s post and a fact‑check prepared by the authority. The episode generated over 100 media stories within 24 hours, prompting calls for greater transparency on the deal.