Carney rejects US trade deal that would weaken French in Quebec

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Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada cannot accept a US trade deal that would weaken French language protections, calling the issue a right in Quebec rather than an irritant. Carney instructed negotiators to walk away from talks last week, earning praise from political leaders. Tariffs on about 5% of Canadian exports took effect over the weekend, with Canada planning retaliation in early September. Quebec Premier Christine Fréchette backed the decision, saying language is central to identity. Trump dismissed reports that French protections were under debate as a "funny fake story," while threatening new tariffs on cars and steel. Quebec has been hardest hit by the trade war, with business groups warning of lost contracts. Polls show anti-Trump sentiment is highest in Quebec, where separatist support has declined.


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