Trump Threatens Ban on Bombardier Sales in U.S.
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The U.S. President's ultimatum targets Canada's aerospace sector as trade tensions escalate over tariffs.
As first reported by CityNews Toronto, U.S. President Donald Trump threatened on Monday to prohibit Bombardier products from being sold within the United States. In a social media post, Trump claimed the Canadian aircraft manufacturer's products "aren't good enough!" and alleged that more than 50% of the company's revenue is derived from the U.S. market.
Trump stated that the era of treating America like a "piggybank" is over, asserting that if Bombardier wants access to the U.S. market, the company must build its products within the United States. He further claimed that Canada has blocked American companies and banks throughout the U.S.A.
The threat arrives just hours before Canada is scheduled to implement counter-tariffs on $27.6 billion worth of goods, as reported by CityNews Toronto.
Quebec Premier Christine Fréchette responded via social media, describing Bombardier as a "flagship of our economy" and a "source of pride for Quebec." Fréchette stated she has contacted Bombardier CEO Eric Martel to offer support, adding that Quebec will not allow outside parties to dictate where its companies must produce goods to access a market. She emphasized that the province would defend its expertise and workers with resolve, though she noted she would not respond to "provocation with provocation."
While Trump demanded domestic production, CityNews Toronto notes that Bombardier already maintains facilities in nearly a dozen U.S. states, including Michigan, New Jersey, Texas, and Florida.