Gordie Howe International Bridge Update
In recent statements, President Donald Trump emphasized that the United States must be “fully compensated for everything” prior to the opening of the new bridge connecting the U.S. and Canada. He underscored the importance of fairness and respect in U.S.-Canada relations.
On Truth Social, Trump addressed the Gordie Howe International Bridge, a 1.5-mile connection that will link Detroit, Michigan, to Windsor, Ontario. Although major construction has finished, the bridge, which is unique in that it will accommodate both vehicles and bicycles, is slated to open later this year after testing.
Trump noted, “As everyone knows, Canada has treated the United States very unfairly for decades. But now, things are changing quickly for the U.S. However, it seems Canada is building a significant bridge between Ontario and Michigan.”
He reiterated that he will not permit the bridge’s opening until the U.S. receives appropriate compensation. He mentioned, “We will start negotiations, IMMEDIATELY. Given our contributions, we should perhaps have ownership of at least half of this asset, as the revenues from the U.S. market will be enormous.”
In his comments, Trump also criticized former President Barack Obama for enabling Canada to bypass the Buy American Act, allowing construction of the bridge without using U.S. materials. “Obama stupidly gave them a waiver… Meanwhile, Canada expects me to let them take advantage of America!” he remarked.
He pointed out that Ontario does not even allow U.S. alcoholic beverages on its store shelves and expressed concern about a potential deal between Canada and China, suggesting it could endanger American interests. “Ontario won’t even put U.S. spirits on their shelves, and now Prime Minister Carney is trying to cut a deal with China.”
On Tuesday, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney expressed optimism that the bridge issue could be resolved after discussing it with Trump. He noted, “I explained to the president that Canada financed the bridge, and it’s a shared property between Michigan and Canada, involving American labor and materials.”
