Doug Ford on Trump's Tariff Retaliation and the Success of Anti-Tariff Ad

Ontario Premier Doug Ford's Stance on Tariffs

• 💡 Doug Ford states that his intention with the anti-tariff ad was to inform the American people that tariffs and protectionism do not work.
• 🎯 The ad, featuring Ronald Reagan's anti-tariff speech, achieved 11.4 billion impressions, reaching a wide audience.
• 🤝 Ford emphasizes that Canadians love Americans and that the goal is to work collaboratively with the U.S., highlighting that a tariff on Canada is a tax on Americans.

Economic Impact of Tariffs

• 📉 Ford argues that President Trump's policies, including tariffs, are contrary to his promises, citing declining manufacturing jobs and rising inflation in the U.S.
• 📈 He believes that signing a deal with Canada, the U.S.'s largest customer, is crucial for getting the economy back on track.
• ⚠️ Retaliation from President Trump, such as the additional 10% tariff on Canada, is seen as a tax on Americans and detrimental to job growth.

Ad Campaign and Trade Negotiations

• 🗣️ Ford clarifies that his ad was not personal against President Trump, noting that Trump initially found the ad idea good.
• ⏸️ The ad campaign was paused after speaking with Prime Minister Mark Carney to allow trade talks to resume, though Ford states Carney did not demand this action.
• 🛡️ Ford asserts his duty as Premier of Ontario is to protect the province's economy, including steel, auto, life science, and manufacturing jobs.

Reflections on Trade Policy

• 🚫 Ford expresses no regrets about the ad campaign, stating that President Trump initiated the global trade disputes.
• 🇺🇸 He believes the American people are now feeling the negative effects of tariffs, which he predicts will continue.
• 🌟 Referencing Ronald Reagan and former Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, Ford reiterates that protectionism does not work and advocates for strong U.S.-Canada economic ties to create wealth and security for both nations.
• 💰 He points out that the U.S. auto sector is losing billions annually due to these tariffs.