Shapiro becomes latest 2028 Democratic contender to strengthen ties to Carney
Gov. Josh Shapiro (D-PA) joined the likes of former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and Sen. Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) this month, becoming the latest Democratic leader to meet with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.
TL;DR
- Governor Josh Shapiro met with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, following in the footsteps of other Democratic leaders.
- The meeting is seen as a move by potential 2028 presidential candidates to build international profiles and distance themselves from Donald Trump's policies towards Canada.
- Shapiro highlighted the significant trade relationship between Pennsylvania and Canada, valued at approximately $14 billion annually.
- Other Democratic figures, including Pete Buttigieg, Elissa Slotkin, Gavin Newsom, Andy Beshear, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and Ruben Gallego, have also been actively engaging in foreign policy discussions and international forums.