A border city mayor examines how recent tariffs are reshaping trade and economic ties between the United States and Canada, offering firsthand insights from a community directly connected by commerce and geography. The discussion highlights the challenges and opportunities arising for businesses and residents in twin cities separated only by an international boundary. With deep roots in cross-border relationships, the mayor provides perspective on how policy shifts may alter daily life and economic stability in the region. For those interested in the human side of trade disputes, this conversation reveals the real-world consequences beyond headlines.
To discuss the impact of the tariffs on the United States and Canada, Amna Nawaz spoke with Matthew Shoemaker. He is the mayor of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, a Canadian city just across the border from its sister city, Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan.
