Trump Ends Canada Trade Talks Over Reagan Ad

Ontario released a one‑minute ad using audio from Ronald Reagan’s April 25, 1987 radio address, condensed from a roughly five‑minute speech, to portray Reagan opposing tariffs. The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation said the video used “selective audio and video,” misrepresented the remarks and is reviewing legal options. President Donald Trump called the ad fraudulent, accused Canada of improper influence, and abruptly terminated all trade talks with Canada. Reporting and archival audio show the unedited address defended free but fair trade, explained limited duties on Japanese goods as retaliation for broken agreements, and warned that high tariffs and trade wars harm American workers and consumers. The dispute has escalated tensions between the U.S. and Canada and risks further economic fallout amid existing U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods.