Ontario’s Bold Energy Move, U.S. Aid Cuts, and Student Protest Crackdown

In today's episode, we explore Ontario's decision to impose a 25% surcharge on electricity exports to the U.S. amid escalating trade tensions. We also delve into the U.S. government's critical deadline to pay billions in outstanding aid bills and the significant reduction in USAID programs. Additionally, we cover the Trump administration's crackdown on student protests, focusing on the Israel-Palestine conflict and its implications for free speech on college campuses. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News.

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