Canadian premier says Trump is a ‘bad person’ as Canada weighs concessions for trade deal

Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew has voiced strong opposition to making concessions in trade negotiations with U.S. President Donald Trump, labeling him an untrustworthy and irresponsible leader. Despite these criticisms, federal officials indicate that Canada and the United States are nearing a finalized trade agreement to avoid threatened 50% tariffs. Prime Minister Mark Carney has urged provincial leaders to restore sales of U.S. alcohol as a necessary step to secure the deal. Kinew acknowledged that Manitoba might comply with this request as part of a unified team approach, though he maintains that Canada currently holds the upper hand. He warned that deals made with an unpredictable leader remain unstable regardless of concessions. The premier urged Canadian citizens to continue prioritizing domestic products even if American goods return to store shelves. Several other provincial leaders are similarly evaluating the economic impacts and requirements of the proposed deal. Negotiations remain ongoing in Washington with federal officials actively working to conclude terms. The situation highlights deep tensions between Canadian provincial leaders and the current U.S. administration as they navigate high-stakes international trade relations.