Danielle Smith calls on Canada to name 'border czar'

Canada should appoint ’border czar’ to work collaboratively with U.S.: Danielle Smith
CALGARY — As the threat of 25 per cent tariffs looms over Canada, Alberta’s premier says Ottawa should appoint a “border czar” to work collaboratively with the United States.
Canada should appoint ‘border czar’ to work collaboratively with U.S., Alberta premier says
Danielle Smith said a Canadian border czar would work with their U.S. counterpart to crack down on fentanyl and illegal crossings — something Trump has repeatedly said is an issue.
Danielle Smith calls on Canada to name 'border czar' as tariffs loom
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said Wednesday that Canada should name a “border czar” to work closely with the U.S. on border security, amid the looming threat of a sweeping 25 per cent tariff. Smith suggested a retired military general would be the right person for the post.
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Danielle Smith told reporters Wednesday that a Canadian border czar would work with American counterpart Tom Homan to crack down on fentanyl and illegal crossings — something U.S. President Donald Trump has repeatedly said is a major issue.
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As the threat of 25 per cent tariffs looms over Canada, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has told Ottawa it should appoint a "border czar" to work collaboratively with the United States. (Jan. 29, 2025)
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