US pauses joint defense effort with Canada that dates to WWII
The U.S. has announced a pause in its participation on a joint defense board with Canada that has existed since World War II. This decision comes amid accusations that Canada has not made sufficient progress on its defense commitments. The move reflects growing tensions between the two nations over military spending and trade issues.
- ▪The Pentagon cited Canada's failure to make credible progress on defense commitments as the reason for the pause.
- ▪President Trump has criticized NATO countries, including Canada, for not spending enough on their militaries.
- ▪The joint board was established in 1940 to enhance continental defense during World War II and the Cold War.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onUS pauses joint defense effort with Canada that dates to WWIIThe U.S. says it's pausing participation on a joint board with Canada for continental defense that dates to World War IIByBEN FINLEY Associated PressMay 18, 2026, 5:32 PM1:28FILE - President Donald Trump gestures alongside Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney as they meet in the Oval Office of the White House, Oct. 7, 2025, in Washington.
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