Bridge Opens Without U.S. Ceremony | Canada News

The Gordie Howe International Bridge is set to open Monday, but the U.S. won’t be there for the ceremony—thanks to new Canadian tariffs from President Trump. This twist echoes Trump’s earlier threats to block the bridge’s opening unless Canada showed “respect” and compensated the U.S. Canada paid for the entire construction, yet the bridge is jointly owned with Michigan. After months of negotiation, a revenue-sharing deal was finalized for July’s opening, with Canada agreeing to pay the U.S. for 15 years based on net revenues—delaying when Canada recoups its investment. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/bf0b2b6fd958a3ac