Peters Statement on Trump’s Threat to Prevent Gordie Howe International Bridge Opening

WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) released the following statement regarding President Trump threatening to prevent the Gordie Howe International Bridge in Detroit from opening:

"This statement from the President is completely backwards. Michigan's economy is highly integrated with Canada and the Detroit-Windsor corridor is one of the busiest border crossings for trade in our entire country. We've wanted this bridge for years because it will be a boon for our economy. This is another case of the President undermining Michigan businesses and workers."

Peters has long supported the Gordie Howe International Bridge project. Peters secured $15 million for inspection and screening systems for the Gordie Howe International Bridge - the first federal funding to go to the project. Peters also secured $1 million in government funding legislation to help the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) continue to prepare for the completion of the Gordie Howe International Bridge. Peters secured a commitment from DHS Secretary Kristi Noem during her confirmation hearing last year to ensure that securing Michigan's Northern Border remains a key priority - including a commitment to staff the customs plaza at the new Gordie Howe International Bridge.

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