PBS News Hour

Ontario premier explains surcharge on electricity to U.S.

Markets plunged again as investors are worried about the economy and whether a recession is on the horizon. The trade war President Trump initiated with the country's top trading partners is a factor in the volatility. Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced a 25% surcharge on the electricity his province exports to New York, Michigan and Minnesota. Amna Nawaz spoke with Ford about his decision.

Ontario premier explains surcharge on electricity to U.S.

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