Trump Says US Doesn’t Need Canada, But Energy Ties Tell a Different Story

Trump claimed the US doesn’t need Canada, but Canada remains a major energy and trade partner, supplying much of US electricity and key resources like potash, aluminum, and auto parts. He floated 50% tariffs on Canadian cars and auto parts starting in 2027, a move Canadian leaders warned could backfire economically. Alberta and Ontario officials highlighted Canada’s leverage while cautioning against export taxes that could hurt both countries. Canada also plans to expand its electrical grid by 2050 to meet rising demand, including for AI-powered growth.