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Ontario's Ford Vows to Cut Energy to U.S. if Trump Enacts 25% Tariffs on Canada

Dec 12, 2024, 04:31 AM

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has threatened to cut off energy exports to the United States if President-elect Donald Trump imposes a 25% tariff on all Canadian products. Ford stated, 'We'll use every tool in our toolbox, including cutting them off,' emphasizing that Ontario is prepared to stop exporting electricity to U.S. states such as Michigan, New York, and Wisconsin as a retaliatory measure. Canadian premiers, including Ford, have urged the federal government to respond robustly to the tariff threats, highlighting critical minerals and metals that the U.S. relies on. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with the premiers to discuss the potential tariffs, stating that the threat is serious and would have a devastating effect on Canada.