U.S. President Donald Trump has reignited trade tensions with Canada, vowing to slap an extra 10% tariff on Canadian goods after a TV ad featuring Ronald Reagan aired during the World Series. The move comes amid a fiery dispute over what Trump called a "FRAUD" ad campaign by Ontario. ⚾💥
Why the Drama?
The ad, funded by Ontario’s government, used Reagan’s 1980s critique of tariffs to push back against U.S. trade policies. Trump accused Canada of "serious misrepresentation" and demanded the ad be pulled immediately. But it aired during Friday’s World Series opener, drawing his ire mid-flight to Malaysia. ✈️🗯️
Canada Fires Back
Ontario Premier Doug Ford agreed to pause the ad after the weekend, but the threat has already sparked outrage. Lana Payne of Canada’s Unifor union slammed the tariffs as an attempt to "extort" resources and weaken Canada’s economy. Analysts say the clash reflects deeper trade frictions, including Canada’s recent retaliation against U.S. automakers. 🚗💼
What’s Next?
With talks on thin ice, both sides are weighing their next moves. Will this escalate into a full-blown trade war? Stay tuned. 📉🌐
