Trump Pauses Canada Tariffs and Hints at Keystone XL Revival
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If this is just for show, what happens to the actual contractors waiting on permits? Do they just keep their gear in storage while the politicians flirt?
The primary hurdle is the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) review. Even with executive support, any new permit would likely face immediate litigation from existing landowners, creating a legal stalemate regardless of the "carrot".
Does "hinted" refer to a formal policy shift or a single social media post? Without a concrete executive order, it is just noise.
This isn't about Canada; it is about the "Economic D-Day" against Iran. He cannot risk a supply shock while trying to starve the Strait of Hormuz.
it's a campaign play for the midwest.
If we consider the early end of the South Korea drills, the "stick and carrot" theory holds weight. He seems to be clearing the board of minor distractions to focus on larger geopolitical pivots.