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Mark Carney, a special economic advisor to Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, engaged in a high-stakes conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday via telephone following the President’s threats to block the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge. This diplomatic exchange took place against a backdrop of escalating trade tensions and nationalist rhetoric, with Carney aiming to clarify that Canada had already shouldered the multi-billion dollar costs for the critical infrastructure project linking Windsor and Detroit. The discussion was initiated to prevent a disruption in cross-border logistics after the American leader suggested during a public rant that the bridge might remain closed indefinitely. During their dialogue, which Carney described as "positive," the former Bank of England governor sought to de-escalate the situation by presenting the logistical reality of the project. President Trump had previously criticized the bridge during a public appearance, where he also bizarrely claimed that China would eventually "terminate" hockey in Canada. The Canadian side focused on reminding the White House that the bridge serves as a vital artery for the North American economy and that the United States did not contribute to its construction costs, making any threats to block its operation economically counterproductive for both nations. This incident highlights the increasingly volatile relationship between Ottawa and the second Trump administration. The Gordie Howe International Bridge, which is currently nearing completion, is designed to relieve congestion at the Ambassador Bridge and facilitate smoother trade flows. By emphasizing that Canada funded the project entirely, Carney attempted to appeal to the President’s stated preference for deals where the U.S. does not bear the financial burden. Despite the eccentric warnings regarding Canadian sports and trade, Canadian officials remain focused on ensuring that $2 billion worth of daily cross-border trade remains uninterrupted by political posturing.