Trump denies meddling in French-Canadian affairs amid trade spat

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US President Donald Trump denied Tuesday any interference in the affairs of French-speaking Canadians, calling Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's accusation a "lie" on his Truth Social platform. Trump rejected claims that Washington sought to undermine the status of the French language in trade negotiations, stating he never considered such an action. The dispute follows Carney's breakdown of commercial talks three days earlier. Trump announced new tariffs Monday, raising taxes to 50% on cars, trucks, auto parts, and steel starting January 1, 2027, targeting Ontario. He also threatened to rename Lake Ontario "Lake America." Canadian ministers are set to detail Ottawa's response Tuesday.


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