Trump seeks cut of Gordie Howe bridge tolls, raising questions about donor influence

By: Ben Solis

Outlets: Michigan Advance

Published: February 10, 2026

Words: 944

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

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The administration of President Donald Trump reportedly said Tuesday that the permit and agreement governing the Gordie Howe International Bridge between the U.S. and Canada needed to be renegotiated so a piece of the stateside tolls flow into American coffers.

There were also new questions about the wealthy Moroun family’s influence on Trump’s quixotic sudden fascination with the new bridge, aside from his ongoing trade war with Canada.

The New York Times reported Tuesday …

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