Ontario Premier Says He’ll Cut Power Exports to US If Needed

Power lines cross the St. Clair River between Canada (background) and the United States in East China Township, Michigan, on March 8. — Power lines cross the St. Clair River between Canada (background) and the United States in East China Township, Michigan, on March 8.
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By Melissa Shin

March 11, 2025 at 4:35 PM UTC

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March 11, 2025 at 6:20 PM UTC

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Ontario’s premier reiterated that he’s willing to shut off electricity exports to the US to send a message to the White House after President Donald Trump said he’ll double tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum to 50%.