Populism’s new inferno – By Joann Muller (Axios) / February 11, 2022
What began as a small-but-loud truck convoy protest against Canadian pandemic restrictions has snowballed into an international crisis that’s been choking the busiest border crossing in North America all week.
Driving the news: Copycat convoys are spreading in other countries, including the United States, where officials warned of a potential disruption to Sunday’s Super Bowl in Los Angeles.
What’s happening: Factories facing a shortage of parts have been forced to stop production on both sides of the border after protesters supporting the truckers blocked access to Detroit’s Ambassador Bridge.
- The span is a lifeline for the U.S. auto industry that connects Detroit to Windsor, Ontario and carries 25% of all U.S.-Canada trade, per the AP.
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