Trump threatens to block opening of Gordie Howe bridge, drawing backlash from Michigan Democrats

By: Jon King

Outlets: Michigan Advance

Published: February 10, 2026

Words: 830

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

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President Donald Trump threatened Monday to block the opening of the long-awaited Gordie Howe International Bridge, turning up the heat on a simmering trade dispute with Canada while also drawing swift criticism from Michigan’s Democratic lawmakers.

In a Truth Social post, Trump said he would not allow the multi-billion bridge connecting Detroit to Windsor, Ontario to begin operations until the United States is “fully compensated for everything we have given” Canada and until …

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