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U.S. President Donald Trump, left, meets with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in the White House on May 6, 2025. Trump seems to view other countries almost as if they were his subjects, meaning he thinks they should put the economic needs of America first, even if they must pay a price.Photograph courtesy White House photographer Daniel Torok

Opinion

BY GERRY NICHOLLS

September 15, 2025

OAKVILLE, ONT.—This might sound outlandish, but to my mind, there’s something about United States President Donald Trump that reminds me of the Great Khans who once ruled the Mongol Empire.

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