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The Reagan Presidential Foundation also expressed concerns, stating that Ontario did not seek permission to use Reagan\u2019s 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\u2019t be reached soon.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ontario&#8217;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. 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