Trump touts shipbuilding contract for Wisconsin shipyard, says Canada ‘no longer takes advantage’ on trade

U.S. President Donald Trump touted a US$5.5 billion Navy contract awarded to Fincantieri Marinette Marine in Wisconsin on Thursday, which would see the company build the service’s first new frigate, which is a type of ship, with options for nine more. This is a deal that is expected to lead to the hiring of about 1,000 American workers. Trump also slammed Canada during his discussion about the contract, lauding the USMCA trade deal, saying that Canada “no longer takes advantage on trade.”