President Donald Trump threatened to block the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge, a $4.7 billion project connecting Detroit, Michigan, to Windsor, Ontario, according to a Time article. The announcement, made in a social media post, highlighted the growing tensions between the U.S. and Canada.
Trump's post, as reported by Time, raised several issues with Canada, including the claim that Canada would own both sides of the bridge, which began construction in 2018 and is nearing completion. He also complained about the lack of U.S. content in the infrastructure and accused Ontario of refusing to stock some U.S.-produced alcoholic products. Additionally, Trump cited Canada's tariffs on dairy products as a point of contention.
Meanwhile, the political landscape in the U.S. is also experiencing shifts. In Texas, the Senate race is heating up, with Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton challenging U.S. Sen. John Cornyn in the GOP primary, according to Time. This has led to an increasingly contentious fight among Democrats who view Paxton as beatable. Early voting for the March 3 primary was set to begin the following week, with insiders from both parties anticipating a rise in mudslinging.
The role of the Federal Reserve chair is also under scrutiny. An NPR article explored the power of the Fed chair, prompted by President Trump's nomination of Kevin Warsh to become the next chairman of the Federal Reserve's Board of Governors. The article noted that, on paper, the chair's power might not seem extensive.
In other news, a Vox article highlighted the quiet revival of America's Catholic left, with progressive Catholics preparing to confront MAGA. The article described a "quiet cold war" happening across America within Christian communities.
The World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, also showcased global dynamics. According to a Time article, wealthy nations were engaged in a power struggle, with U.S. President Donald Trump's actions drawing attention, while Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's warning about middle powers standing up to bullies was well-received. China, however, was not represented on the promenade.
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