Today’s news
Michigan Republicans Suffer as Trump Battles Canada
Trump's efforts to block the Gordie Howe International Bridge have hurt the state's economy and endangered GOP congressional seats.

Voices Heard at Rally Celebrating U.S. Strikes in Iran
Detroiters gather to support American military action against Iran.
Trump Hints at 'Friendly Takeover' of Cuba
President says Cuba is 'talking with us' as island nation faces economic struggles.
Recent news
Feb. 27, 2026
Warnings Issued About Potential Attacks on Ben Gurion Airport in Israel
Concerns raised about Iran targeting Israel's main international airport in retaliation for strikes.
Feb. 26, 2026
Trump's Donroe Doctrine Aims to Counter China's Influence in Western Hemisphere
Administration officials argue the aggressive policy unites the Republican foreign policy coalition.
Feb. 25, 2026
Charges Dropped Against 3 Chinese Scientists in Michigan Smuggling Case
China's government intervened to get the case dismissed, lawyers say
Feb. 25, 2026
Trump Threatens to Block New U.S.-Canada Bridge Over Trade Demands
President Trump aims to use leverage over new border crossing to force concessions from Canada in USMCA trade deal renegotiations.
Feb. 24, 2026
Trump Threatens to Block Opening of Gordie Howe International Bridge
Former Michigan Governor Snyder refutes President's false claims about the bridge project.
Feb. 22, 2026
Michigan Democrats Demand Timely Gordie Howe Bridge Opening
Lawmakers push back against Trump's threats to delay the new U.S.-Canada border crossing.
Feb. 21, 2026
Trump Criticizes Gordie Howe Bridge After $1M PAC Donation
Controversy surrounds the intersection of infrastructure projects, political donations, and presidential influence.
Feb. 16, 2026
Trump Blocks Opening of Detroit-Windsor Bridge to Pressure Canada
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney refuses to submit to Trump's bullying tactics over trade tariffs with China.
Feb. 12, 2026
Michigan Democrats Introduce Bill to Protect Gordie Howe Bridge Project
Legislation aims to prevent federal interference in the opening and operation of the new international bridge crossing between Detroit and Windsor, Ontario.
Feb. 12, 2026
Senate Republicans Rally Behind USMCA as Trump's Support Wavers
GOP senators voice strong support for continuing the North American trade deal, even as Trump raises doubts about renewing it.
Feb. 11, 2026
Trump Threatens to Block Gordie Howe Bridge Over Ownership Dispute
Owner of Ambassador Bridge reportedly met with U.S. Commerce Secretary hours before Trump's social media post
Feb. 11, 2026
Trump Threatens to Block New Canada-Michigan Bridge
President's move could disrupt crucial commercial link between Detroit and Windsor
Feb. 10, 2026
Trump Threatens to Block Opening of US-Canada Bridge, Michigan Lawmakers Push Back
The president says he won't allow the Gordie Howe International Bridge to open unless the U.S. is 'fully compensated', prompting criticism from state lawmakers.
Feb. 10, 2026
Trump Threatens to Block Gordie Howe Bridge Opening
Michigan economist warns of long-term risks in U.S.-Canada dispute over border crossing
Feb. 10, 2026
Trump Threatens to Block Gordie Howe Bridge Over Ownership Dispute with Canada
The dispute over the $4 billion bridge connecting Detroit and Windsor has escalated, with the US demanding partial ownership and economic benefits.
Feb. 10, 2026
Trump Threatens to Block New US-Canada Bridge, but Facts Tell a Different Story
The president made misleading claims about the Gordie Howe International Bridge project, ignoring his own past support and the details of the shared ownership and construction.
Feb. 10, 2026
Trump Threatens to Block New Detroit-Canada Bridge Opening
President demands economic concessions from Canada before allowing Gordie Howe International Bridge to open.
Feb. 10, 2026
Trump Threatens to Halt Opening of New Canada-US Bridge
Windsor Mayor Responds, Calls Trump's Demands 'Crazy'
Feb. 10, 2026
Trump Threatens to Block Canada-U.S. Bridge Opening
Canadian PM Carney says he had a 'positive' conversation with Trump after the president's threat.
Feb. 10, 2026
Trump Threatens to Block Detroit-Canada Bridge Over Ownership Dispute
Former president demands compensation and half-ownership of new international bridge project.