Maine’s governor didn’t raise New Brunswick’s softwood lumber concerns with President Donald Trump this week after all, a spokesperson said.
Paul LePage met with Trump at the White House on Wednesday and, according to the Gallant government, was supposed to make the case for exempting New Brunswick from new tariffs on softwood lumber exports.
“Our understanding is there will be a discussion at the White House tomorrow with Gov. LePage and New Brunswick’s situation will be discussed,” Trade Minister Roger Melanson told reporters on Tuesday.
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