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White House points to 'longstanding unfair trade practices' when asked about Gordie Howe bridge opening

May 15, 2026

For months, Canadian officials have said that the long-awaited opening of the $6.4 billion Gordie Howe International Bridge is dependent on various testing and commissioning tasks. But fresh comments from a Canadian cabinet member as well as two top U.S. officials suggest the current trade war is playing a role in the new border crossing's opening timeline.



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