Ontario threatens electricity amid Trump-Canada trade war. What would that mean for US?

Ontario’s premier has warned of potentially halting electricity exports to the U.S. as a retaliatory measure against American trade policies, raising concerns over soaring power costs in neighboring states. The threat comes amid escalating tensions over cross-border energy trade, with officials signaling a willingness to explore extreme measures. Experts caution such a move could worsen affordability crises for consumers already facing high electricity rates. The government’s stance highlights the growing friction between Canada and the U.S. over economic and energy policy.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford is threatening to cut off Canadian power to the U.S. in retaliation for President Trump’s trade war, a move that could boost already high electricity prices in some states. On Monday, Ford told The Associated Press that “everything is on the table,” including cutting off electricity to the U.S. “We power 1.5 million...