Wab Kinew calls Trump a bad person amid trade negotiations

In August 2026, Wab Kinew, the Premier of Manitoba, criticized U.S. President Donald Trump, calling him a "bad person" during ongoing trade negotiations. Kinew urged Canada to resist making concessions to Trump, who has threatened to impose significant tariffs on Canadian goods. He emphasized the importance of supporting local products and maintaining a strong stance in negotiations, reflecting a broader concern among Canadian leaders about the unpredictability of U.S. trade policies.