President Trump confirmed that Microsoft is among the companies interested in acquiring TikTok to prevent a potential ban by April. He extended the deadline for TikTok to find new ownership, with the requirement for the U.S. to have a 50% stake in the company. Other investors, including Perplexity AI, Frank McCourt, and Steven Mnuchin, have also expressed interest in purchasing TikTok’s U.S. platform.
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Transport Minister Anand says she’s seeking re-election in face of Trump’s threats
Anita Anand, minister of transport and internal trade, has reversed her decision and will run in the upcoming federal election after initially stating she would not seek re-election. She cites U.S. President Donald Trump's trade threats as a reason to stay on and address internal trade barriers among provinces. Despite the recent boost in Liberal party polls following Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's announcement to step down, Anand emphasizes that her decision is not politically motivated...
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