From Susan Collins in Maine to Mike Rogers in Michigan, the escalating U.S. clash with a key economic ally threatens higher costs at home — and political challenges for GOP candidates.Former Rep. Mike Rogers is vying for open seat in Michigan, and Republican Sen. Susan Collins is trying to win this November in Maine.Getty Images fileAug. 25, 2026, 5:39 PM EDTAs trade negotiations between the U.S. and Canada collapsed over the weekend, Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, urged the Trump administration to change course, calling the tariffs a “mistake” that would increase costs for Americans in her state.Just a moment.We are getting your experience ready.
Trump’s trade war with Canada imperils 2026 Republicans running in border states
From Susan Collins in Maine to Mike Rogers in Michigan, the escalating U.S. clash with a key economic ally threatens higher costs at home — and political challenges for GOP candidates.










