
Trade relationsDEVELOPING
Border towns Fort Frances and International Falls feel trade-war strain: businesses report falling Canadian customers
Tariffs and political remarks by Donald Trump have reduced cross-border traffic between Fort Frances, Ontario, and International Falls, Minnesota. Local shop and café owners report fewer Canadian customers and lost revenue, while mayors and a Minnesota state senator describe notable public anger and economic effects.
- Tariffs and Trump’s remarks have reduced crossings between Fort Frances, Ontario, and International Falls, Minnesota.
- Businesses report revenue losses; Senator Grant Hauschild heard of declines up to 30% from Canadian customers.
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