Alberta lawmakers face off over Trump tariffs

Alberta lawmakers, both ruling UCP and Opposition NDP, engaged in a marathon emergency debate on tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump, with tariffs ranging from 10 to 25 percent on Canadian goods, including agriculture and manufacturing. Premier Danielle Smith emphasized the negative impact on Alberta’s economy and urged against countervailing tariffs, advocating for diversifying trading partnerships and prioritizing infrastructure development for energy exports. UCP members like Chelsae Petrovic and Garth Rowswell highlighted the need to protect Alberta’s economy and ensure energy resources can compete globally.

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