Carney rejects US trade deal that would weaken French language rights

theguardian.com

Prime Minister Mark Carney said Monday that Canada cannot accept a US trade deal weakening French language protections, calling the language a right in Quebec. He rejected the proposal last week. Carney's remarks came as President Donald Trump threatened new tariffs on cars and trucks, accusing Canada of "ripping off" the US. Tariffs on about 5% of Canadian exports took effect over the weekend, with Canada planning retaliation in early September. Quebec's premier praised Carney's decision, saying language and culture are a "red line" for Francophones. US trade representative Jamieson Greer dismissed reports of the dispute as a "funny fake story," while Ontario's premier called Trump a "bully."


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