News Summary

Ontario’s government has launched a $75 million anti-tariff advertising campaign in the United States, which has led US President Donald Trump to terminate trade negotiations with Canada. The ad features comments from former US President Ronald Reagan, promoting fair trade and rejecting protectionist policies. Trump criticized the ad as fraudulent, claiming it misrepresents Reagan’s views on tariffs. The Reagan Presidential Foundation also expressed concerns, stating that Ontario did not seek permission to use Reagan’s remarks. Ontario Premier Doug Ford defended the campaign, emphasizing the importance of US-Canada relations and shared economic prosperity. The situation has heightened tensions between the two countries, with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney indicating that a broader trade deal won’t be reached soon.