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M.B. Mack

Trump Threatens Canada for 'Stooping So Low' in Electricity War: 'It Will Be Read About in History Books'

U.S. President Donald Trump addresses a joint session of Congress at the U.S. Capitol on March 04, 2025 in Washington, DC. President Trump was expected to address Congress on his early achievements of his presidency and his upcoming legislative agenda. (Credit: Win McNamee/Getty Images)

President Donald Trump lashed out at Canada on Truth Social, accusing the country of using electricity as a "bargaining chip" and threatening severe financial consequences that "will be read about in history books."

The U.S. and Canada have long maintained a close energy relationship, with Canada supplying around 85% of America's imported electricity, particularly to northern states like New York, Michigan, and Minnesota, according to PBS.

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