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US Blocks Gordie Howe Bridge Opening
The Gordie Howe International Bridge’s grand opening has been abruptly canceled after Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, backed by the White House, demanded renegotiations over toll revenue splits — a move echoing former President Trump’s stance that the U.S. deserves “full compensation.” Canada, which funded the $6.4 billion project, had agreed to collect tolls until costs were covered, then split revenues with Michigan. Now, Lutnick seeks a bigger U.S. share — though exact terms remain unclear. Michigan officials, who’ve been coordinating with Canada for the opening, are sidelined in these…
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