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Ontario Premier Doug Ford warned that Canada could cut electricity exports to the U.S. in retaliation for Donald Trump’s new tariffs on Canadian goods.

The U.S. imposed a 25% tariff on most Canadian imports, citing border security concerns. Ford emphasized that U.S. states like New York and Michigan rely on Canadian energy and should “feel the pain.”

Canadian officials also announced $155 billion in counter-tariffs.

If enacted, energy restrictions would likely raise prices in the U.S., escalating trade tensions between the two countries.

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[–] joelthelion@lemmy.world 19 points 21 hours ago (1 children)

I wouldn't be surprised if Trump threatened military action in return, should Canada go forward with it. I mean, it sounds crazy to write it, but is it really too crazy for Trump?

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[–] naeap@sopuli.xyz 41 points 1 day ago (15 children)

Why is the fairness meter of the article "unfair left leaning", when it just reports on something someone said?

I don't see any opinion piece there, but pretty much just direct quoting

How can this be even left or right leaning? Oo

[–] shalafi@lemmy.world 24 points 1 day ago (8 children)

We Americans have a serious problem labeling anything we disagree with as "those other guys". I might even say it's our main problem. We wouldn't be where we're at today without the divisiveness and team mentality.

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[–] meowmeowbeanz@sopuli.xyz 8 points 18 hours ago

Ford’s “smile” masks the grim reality of trade wars hurting everyday citizens on both sides. Effectively summarizes the stakes and implications of Ford's actions.

🐱🐱🐱🐱🐱

[–] Voroxpete@sh.itjust.works 64 points 1 day ago (4 children)

Don't get too excited. Ford loves to talk tough but he's a fucking pussy.

We'll see what actually happens. No one here is holding their breath.

[–] KillerTofu@lemmy.world 37 points 1 day ago (2 children)

Hey pussies can take a pounding.

[–] JoMiran@lemmy.ml 30 points 1 day ago

R.I.P. Betty White

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[–] redlemace@lemmy.world 12 points 22 hours ago (1 children)

Can't wait to see this happening. It's a language A bully like Trump might understand. might.

[–] some_designer_dude@lemmy.world 8 points 21 hours ago

Unless HIS power goes out, I’m not sure he’ll care. But I hope the people affected know where to lodge their complaints…

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