Why is President Trump suddenly trying to block the Gordie Howe International Bridge that’s expected to open soon and connect Michigan and Canada? Why is President Trump suddenly trying to block the Gordie Howe International Bridge that’s expected to open soon and connect Michigan and Canada? Despite Canada fronting all the construction costs, the bridge is jointly owned by Michigan and Canada. Debbie Stabenow Ingham County Board of Commission, Michigan State Legislature, U.S. House of Representatives and United States Senate in high-profile, competitive races. She went on to serve as a Michigan state legislator, a U.S. representative and as a U.S. senator from 2001 until she retired in 2025.

Source: International New York Times February 14, 2026 11:01 UTC