Bipartisan U.S. Senators Meet Canadian Prime Minister Carney in Ottawa on Tariff Disputes

A bipartisan group of U.S. senators, including Amy Klobuchar, Jeanne Shaheen, Tim Kaine, Peter Welch, and Kevin Cramer, met with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and other officials in Ottawa to strengthen U.S.-Canada relations amid ongoing trade tensions. The senators urged Prime Minister Carney to negotiate with President Trump to roll back tariffs affecting key Canadian exports like aluminum and oil, which have impacted cross-border trade. The delegation also met with Canadian ministers and representatives from the steel and auto industries to discuss trade issues and reinforce the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Both sides expressed commitment to restoring strong economic ties and emphasized the importance of Canada as a major U.S. trading partner. The meetings reflected a shared goal of resolving tariff disputes and promoting economic cooperation, with U.S. officials welcoming the visit as a positive step forward. This bipartisan effort highlights the importance of maintaining robust trade and diplomatic relations between the two countries.