Trump says Canadian ad misstated Ronald Reagan's views on tariffs. Here are the facts and context

Trump's Dispute Over Canadian Ad

President Donald Trump withdrew from trade talks with Canada due to a television ad from Ontario's provincial government.

The ad quoted former President Ronald Reagan, criticizing tariffs, which Trump deemed "fake".

Trump called the ad "fake" and was furious over its content.

The quote was from 38 years ago, and Trump was unhappy with the representation of Reagan's views on tariffs.

Author's summary: Trump exits trade talks over ad dispute.

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