Latest news with #PoliticalTensions
The Independent
11 hours ago
- Business
- The Independent
US launches ‘Canadian only' deals to win back neighbors
Over 70 percent of Canadians are less likely to visit the U.S. in 2025 now, a significant increase from earlier in the year (59 percent), due to growing political tensions and tariff threats. Actions by the Trump administration, including false claims about Canada and tariff threats, are identified as key factors contributing to this reluctance. Border crossings have seen a marked decline, with vehicle traffic dropping 31 percent at major points like the Ogdensburg-Prescott International Bridge and Champlain-St. Bernard de Lacolle. A recent study indicated that 64 percent of Canadians cited tariffs and 61 percent cited political tensions as reasons for their decreased likelihood of travel. U.S. travel industries and border states are launching 'charm offensives' with special deals and welcoming messages to encourage Canadian tourism, acknowledging substantial economic losses from reduced visitation.
Fox News
7 days ago
- Politics
- Fox News
Senate shaken: Bipartisan worry erupts after incident involving California Democrat
Fox News talked to lawmakers from both sides of the aisle who are rattled by the incident with Sen. Alex Padilla, D-Calif. Padilla was forcibly removed from a press conference as Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem held a news conference regarding the recent protests in Los Angeles earlier Thursday. Even some Republicans are privately concerned about how Padilla was treated, although they concede his tactics were aggressive. This is where some GOPers believe this is theatrical, as Democrats struggle to find a message against the Trump administration that resonates. Senators are particularly shaken. The Senate is a body of equals. And if this can happen to one of them, well, there's a worry they could be next. Democrats demand a full-blown investigation. California Democrats and members of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus hectored House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., in the hall yesterday, accusing him of lying. Johnson believes Padilla should be censured. Rep. Madeleine Dean, D-Pa., said she had a private conversation with Johnson on Thursday. She wants to lower the temperature but said only President Donald Trump can do that. Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., spoke to Padilla and Senate Sergeant at Arms Jennifer Hemingway about the incident. "I remain hopeful that Leader Thune and other Republicans can walk us back from the brink. But I am not so sure anymore," said Sen. Brian Schatz, D-Hawaii.
