Democrats allege Trump administration stalled US-Canada bridge opening as a favor to billionaire donor
Summary
The Trump administration delayed the opening of the Gordie Howe international bridge between Detroit and Windsor for several months amid disputes linked to a donor who owns a nearby bridge. The new $4.7 billion bridge is now set to open on July 27 after the U.S. and Canada reached an agreement.Key Facts
- The Gordie Howe bridge connects Detroit, Michigan, with Windsor, Ontario, and cost $4.7 billion.
- The opening was delayed for months and a ribbon-cutting ceremony scheduled for June was canceled.
- Critics say the delay favored Matthew Moroun, owner of the nearby Ambassador Bridge, who donated $1 million to a Trump political action committee in January.
- The Ambassador Bridge is North America’s busiest international crossing but is old, congested, and has safety issues.
- Canada funded the construction of the Gordie Howe bridge, and Michigan and Canada will jointly own and operate it.
- The new agreement gives the U.S. government a say in toll prices if they drop below regional averages—previously Canada set tolls.
- Democrats have accused the Trump administration of blocking the bridge’s opening as a favor to Moroun and called for an investigation.
- U.S. officials say they are ready to staff the U.S. entry plaza needed for the bridge to operate.
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