US Senators Push Canada for Trade Concessions as Deadline Looms

A bipartisan group of US senators visited Ottawa to meet with Prime Minister Mark Carney, aiming to strengthen Canada-US relations amid ongoing trade tensions. The talks focused on renewing the Canada-US-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA), addressing US concerns over Canada's digital services tax, and resolving disputes over lumber and tariffs. Senators urged Carney to repeal the digital services tax and emphasized the importance of securing a new trade and security deal before an upcoming deadline. Both sides expressed a desire to 'build bridges' and avoid further escalation of the trade war. The meetings highlight the high stakes and urgency as both countries seek to protect their economic interests.