Ontario Premier Doug Ford threatens to cut off electricity to the US

Business Insider | 25-08-2026 02:43am |

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has threatened to cut off electricity supplies to the United States in response to the escalating trade war between Canada and the US. Ford stated that 'everything's on the table,' including leveraging electricity, critical minerals, and fuel exports to exert pressure on the US. He warned that President Donald Trump underestimates Canada's resolve, saying that underestimating an opponent is a mistake. The comments come as Trump has threatened additional tariffs on Canadian goods starting next year, intensifying tensions between the two countries.

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