Trump declares national emergency to block foreign power-grid equipment amid China cybersecurity fears
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President Donald Trump on Wednesday declared a national emergency to secure the U.S. bulk-power system, banning certain foreign-made equipment from the grid to reduce cyberattack and sabotage risks. The executive order targets hardware linked to countries deemed threats, with multiple reports noting China as the primary focus .
The move came as U.S.-Canada trade tensions escalated sharply. Trump labeled Canada “one of the worst countries” to negotiate with, accusing Ottawa of exploiting the U.S. for decades and imposing “unbelievable” tariffs . On Monday, he threatened 50% tariffs on Canadian cars, trucks, auto parts and steel starting Jan. 1, 2027, after talks collapsed . Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney responded by pledging dollar-for-dollar retaliatory tariffs beginning Sept. 8 on U.S. goods including steel, dairy, appliances and agricultural equipment .
Former Vice President Mike Pence urged Trump to return to negotiations, warning that tariffs “put additional pressure on American consumers and businesses.” Pence, who participated in USMCA negotiations, acknowledged Trump’s aggressive approach but stressed the need to avoid a prolonged trade war . Saskatchewan announced a 50% tariff on U.S. alcohol in response to Trump’s measures .
Trump also asserted that “WE DON’T NEED CANADA, THEY NEED US,” despite the U.S. importing roughly 4 million barrels of Canadian crude daily—nearly 20% of its petroleum consumption—and relying on Canadian aluminum, which he admitted the U.S. “desperately needs” . The two nations exchanged $872 billion in goods and services last year, with energy accounting for much of the U.S. trade deficit with Canada .
Canada’s retaliatory measures include a boycott push, with officials urging citizens to choose Canadian products to pressure the U.S. and protect domestic jobs . Carney is scheduled to address the European Parliament as Ottawa seeks broader alliances amid the dispute .
The White House has framed the trade deficit as evidence of an unfair relationship, though U.S. Energy Information Administration data shows Canadian heavy crude typically trades at a discount, and without energy, the U.S. would have run a trade surplus .
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