The Trade Guys

The U.S.-Canada Trade Meltdown with Dennis Darby

The Trade Guys

Show Notes

Bill and Scott welcome Dennis Darby, President and CEO of Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME), to discuss last week's U.S.-Canada trade meltdown, where negotiations stand now, and what comes next.

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