U.S. trade envoy disputes Canada's claim on failed deal talks

U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer disputes Canada's claim that last-minute American demands derailed the bilateral trade deal, instead blaming Canadian concerns about implementation for the collapse of negotiations on Friday. Greer said Canadian negotiators returned with new requests after a tentative deal was struck on Aug. 18, which the U.S. deemed excessive. He also denied restricting Canada's trade agreements with other nations, called President Trump's "that sounds like me" remark off-the-cuff, and said no open channels exist with Ottawa. The failed talks triggered new U.S. tariffs and Canadian retaliation, marking a sharp shift from last week's conciliatory tone. Prime Minister Mark Carney has vowed to pursue other global trade relationships, while the White House maintains Canada rejected its best available offer.