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Trump’s Lake Ontario Gambit | Spokane News
Trump’s latest stunt—threatening to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America—ignites a flashpoint in U.S.-Canada trade tensions, as tariffs escalate and both nations brace for economic fallout. The move, paired with his prior Gulf of America proposal, signals a dramatic shift in diplomatic tone. While Trump insists he’s not targeting French culture, Canada accuses the U.S. of weaponizing trade to crush its industries. With midterm elections looming, the fallout could be political as well as economic, as everyday goods face steep duties and the shared lake’s name becomes a symbol of strained…
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