BBC News

The economies of border towns like Port Huron, Michigan, and Sarnia, Ontario, are suffering due to a significant decline in cross-border travel and trade since former President Trump imposed tariffs and heightened tensions between the US and Canada. Reports indicate that Canadian visits to the US have dropped nearly 32%, impacting local businesses like duty-free shops, which have seen sales plummet by up to 80%. Local leaders emphasize the need for stronger ties between the two nations to support their intertwined economies amid ongoing trade disputes.