In a quirky US exclave nestled in the northwest corner of Washington state, the impact of President Donald Trump’s tariff war is inescapable. Point Roberts, Washington, is reliant on Canada, and now finds its future uncertain.
Locals and visitors in this unusual waterfront border town, which has long symbolized the two countries’ interdependency, are increasingly concerned about its survival amidst growing cross-border tensions. "This was really devastating," shared Tamra Hansen, a longtime resident and business owner, her voice thick with emotion as she described her two struggling restaurants. "If we don’t get the support from the Canadians, this town will die."
