Owner of competing bridge lobbied administration before Trumps criticism

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A report has surfaced indicating that the owner of the Ambassador Bridge, which spans the Detroit River between Michigan and Ontario, Canada, met with White House officials before President Trump’s statement that the bridge would not open without Canadian concessions.

According to sources, Rick Snyder, the owner of the Ambassador Bridge, had previously lobbied the administration in support of his proposed new bridge project. The report suggests that this meeting may have contributed to Trump’s decision to issue a statement on the matter.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge, which spans the Detroit River between Michigan and Ontario, Canada, has been the subject of controversy in recent days. Trump had stated that the bridge would not open without Canadian concessions, sparking concerns among officials and business leaders.

In response to Trump’s statement, Snyder released a statement expressing his disagreement with the president’s comments. The Globe and Mail published an editorial criticizing Trump’s remarks, suggesting that they may have been motivated by a desire to provoke a reaction from Canada.

The Detroit Free Press reported on the controversy surrounding the bridge, citing concerns among officials and business leaders about the potential impact of Trump’s statement on trade relations between the two countries.

ClickOnDetroit | WDIV Local 4 published a report detailing the meeting between Snyder and White House officials, which may have contributed to Trump’s decision to issue his statement.

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