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Trump, Carney faceoff in Oval Office leaves gaping differences on tariffs, 51st state​

By ROB GILLIES and JOSH BOAK
Updated 6:17 PM CDT, May 6, 2025

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney faced off in the Oval Office on Tuesday and showed no signs of retreating from their gaping differences in an ongoing trade war that has shattered decades of trust between the two countries.

The two kept it civil, but as for Trump’s calls to make Canada the 51st state, Carney insisted his nation was “not for sale” and Trump shot back, “time will tell.”

Asked by a reporter if there was anything Carney could tell him to lift his tariffs of as much as 25% on Canada, Trump bluntly said: “No.”

The U.S. president added for emphasis, “Just the way it is.”

Carney acknowledged that no bit of rhetoric on tariffs would be enough to sway Trump, saying that “this is a bigger discussion.”

“There are much bigger forces involved,” the Canadian leader continued. “And this will take some time and some discussions. And that’s why we’re here, to have those discussions.”

The meeting between the two leaders showcased the full spectrum of Trump’s unique mix of aggression, hospitality and stubbornness.

Shortly before Carney’s arrival, Trump insulted Canada by posting on social media that the United States didn’t need “ANYTHING” from its northern neighbor, only to then turn on the charm and praise Carney’s election win in person before showing his obstinance on matters of policy substance. ...

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Trump says only 21 hostages held by Hamas in Gaza now believed to be alive

President Donald Trump says three hostages held by Hamas in Gaza have died, leaving only 21 believed to be still living.
apnews.com

Senate Democrats rally against crypto bill amid criticism of Trump's ties to the industry

Sen. Elizabeth Warren is urging other Democrats not to support a bipartisan crypto regulation bill, as Democrats warn about President Trump's ties to crypto.
www.cbsnews.com

Two more judges block the Trump administration’s use of the Alien Enemies Act to deport migrants | CNN Politics

Two more federal judges on Tuesday blocked the Trump administration’s use of deportations under the Alien Enemies Act, saying the wartime power shouldn’t be used.
www.cnn.com

Judge grills Trump administration on whether detained Tufts student's free speech is protected

Öztürk, who is from Turkey, was apprehended by immigration authorities on the streets of a Boston suburb on March 25 after writing an op-ed about the war in Gaza.
www.nbcnews.com

Mark Carney says Canada ‘won’t be for sale, ever.' Trump says 'never say never'

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney rebuffed President Donald Trump's push during an Oval Office meeting Tuesday for Canada to become the 51st state.
apnews.com

Divided Supreme Court allows Trump administration to begin enforcing ban on transgender service members | CNN Politics

The Supreme Court said Tuesday that the Trump administration can begin immediately enforcing a ban on transgender service members in the military.
www.cnn.com

US stocks sink again as more companies detail damage they're taking because of Trump's trade war

U.S. stocks are sinking as more companies scrub their forecasts for upcoming profits because of uncertainty created by President Donald Trump’s tariffs.
apnews.com

Fighters vs wimps: Swing-state Democrat sees a new divide in the party

After appearing alongside Sen. Bernie Sanders in Pennsylvania during his “Fighting Oligarchy” tour, Deluzio said the old moderate vs. progressive framework is no longer relevant.
www.nbcnews.com

Pakistan says it is responding to 'act of war' after India missile strikes

The Pakistani army said India attacked Kotli, Muzaffarabad and Bahawalpur.
abcnews.go.com

Speaker Johnson gives verdict on House plan to impeach judges blocking Trump

As the deadline for President Donald Trump's "big, beautiful bill" looms, House Speaker Mike Johnson pushes for Republicans in the House to pass the bill.
www.foxnews.com

Alberta’s premier would allow a citizen-led referendum on separation from Canada

The premier of Alberta says she will hold a referendum next year on the energy rich province separating from Canada if citizens gather the required number of signatures on a petition.
apnews.com

Trump plans to announce the US will call the Persian Gulf the Arabian Gulf, officials tell AP

President Donald Trump plans to announce next week that the U.S. will refer to the Persian Gulf as the Arabian Gulf or the Gulf of Arabia.
apnews.com

Carney tells Trump that Canada 'won't be for sale, ever'

The Canadian PM responds firmly as the president proposes a "wonderful marriage" of incorporating Canada into the US.
www.bbc.com

Trump critics launch new group to highlight rising costs

A bipartisan group of President Donald Trump’s critics is launching a new organization, dubbed the Cost Coalition, to highlight Trump’s struggle to control rising costs in the early months of his new presidency.
apnews.com

Judge blocks Trump from shuttering federal agency that funds museums and libraries

Trump's executive order had targeted the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services and Minority Business Development Agency.
www.usatoday.com

Trump touts $9 trillion in new U.S. investment. The numbers don't add up.

Many investments Mr. Trump claims credit for predate his return to office or are based on vague future pledges. Here's a fact check of his claims.
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