Trump threatens to bar Bombardier jets in U.S.

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Photo by Arlyn McAdorey/BloombergU.S. President Donald Trump threatened to boycott Bombardier Inc. jets in the U.S. amid an escalating trade fight with Canada.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an Account“NO MORE SELLING BOMBARDIER IN THE UNITED STATES!” Trump said in a social media post on Monday. “Their products aren’t good enough! Over 50% of their revenue comes from the United States — They live off American Buyers, American Companies, American Airports, and American Service — All while Canada blocks our GREAT American Banks, and Companies, throughout the U.S.A.”Trump’s threat comes as Canada moves to impose tariffs of 15 per cent to 50 per cent on hundreds of products from the U.S. on Tuesday — a bid by Prime Minister Mark Carney to respond to his U.S. counterpart’s new trade levies targeting the country.Breaking business news, incisive views, must-reads and market signals. Weekdays by 9 a.m.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Posthaste will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againTrump did not specify whether he was imposing any kind of ban on the aircraft or set a new tariff on their import. But he has threatened to target them before, previously alleging Canada blocked certification of U.S.-made Gulfstream jets.The Canadian government and the White House did not immediately respond to requests for comment during the Labour Day holiday.A Trump administration move against Bombardier could have consequences for American manufacturers that make up its supply chain.Bombardier said on Monday that it’s a major contributor to the U.S. aerospace sector, with employees in more than 20 states, including Texas, Arizona and Florida. The wings for its fastest business jet are made in Red Oak, Texas, while flight control components are manufactured in the Los Angeles area.The company noted that it’s set to inaugurate a new facility in Fort Wayne, Indiana, this year.“Bombardier aircraft create tens of thousands of U.S. jobs through the company’s growing American footprint as well as within its supply chain made up of approximately 2,800 American companies across 47 states. The company spends over $2.5 billion with suppliers each year,” the company said in an emailed statement that did not mention Trump by name.Republican Senator Jerry Moran of Kansas, where Bombardier operates its U.S. headquarters, said he reached out to the Trump administration to make sure the president is aware of the company’s contributions and importance to the state.“The presence of Bombardier in Wichita supports a local workforce of more than a thousand employees, who contribute their talent and expertise to our nation’s defense and aerospace capabilities,” Moran said in a post on X. “I will continue working to see that Bombardier’s manufacturing operations not only remain in Kansas but continue to grow and create American jobs.”The presence of Bombardier in Wichita supports a local workforce of more than a thousand employees, who contribute their talent and expertise to our nation’s defense and aerospace capabilities. This afternoon, I reached out to the Trump administration to make certain the…— Senator Jerry Moran (@JerryMoran) September 7, 2026Trump administration officials have suggested the U.S. could retaliate with its own measures in response to Carney’s counter-tariffs, and a possible new auto tariff has been floated.Carney’s government is poised on Tuesday to hike import taxes on many U.S. steel goods to 50 per cent from 25 per cent while slapping import fees on a range of consumer items, barring a last-minute reprieve.The tit-for-tat trade actions follow the collapse of a potential trade deal between the two North American nations. U.S. and Canadian negotiators had sought for weeks to reach a deal to lower trade tensions and avert a new round of U.S. tariffs, even appearing to agree on the broad terms before it fell apart last month. That set the stage for U.S. tariffs of 50 per cent on about US$20 billion worth of Canadian goods that took effect on Aug. 22. Canadian officials announced the details of their counter-tariffs three days later.With assistance from Mathieu Dion and Ryan ChuaThis advertisement has not loaded yet.Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.