U.S. official taunts Canada amid ongoing trade war
Scott Bessent publicly mocked Canada's military capabilities while tensions continue over the U.S.-Canada trade dispute. The report describes rhetoric, not a new binding measure.
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Why it matters
Hostile rhetoric from a senior U.S. official can further strain relations and complicate trade negotiations.
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