There is a U.S.-led war in the Middle East and the midterm elections on the horizon, but President Trump’s latest priority seems to be “Making The Great Lakes Even Greater.”

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The president also reiterated his criticism that Canada “treats us very badly.” Trade talks between the nations collapsed last week.

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The president’s threat is his latest jab at Canada since trade talks between the two countries broke down.

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