Northeast Governors Seek Canada Summit on Tariffs

Six Northeastern U.S. governors, led by Maine Gov. Janet Mills and Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey, have invited the premiers of six Canadian provinces to a summit in Boston to address concerns over President Trump’s tariffs on Canadian goods. The governors warn that the tariffs threaten cross-border economies, increase costs for key goods such as heating oil and energy, and jeopardize longstanding business and cultural relationships, including those in tourism and manufacturing. Businesses in Old Orchard Beach, Maine, have already reported backlash from Canadian tourists, including threats of boycotts. Vermont Gov. Phil Scott, the only Republican signatory, criticized the tariffs on close allies, warning of broader economic harm. The governors' letter calls for open communication and solutions to support regional economic ties and mitigate hardship. The summit aims to preserve cooperation amid rising U.S.-Canada trade tensions.