A library in a border town is keeping alive a 125-year-old bond between Canada and the United States. Canadian Foreign Minister Carney rejected U.S. claims of interference ahead of midterm elections. Bombardier plans to invest $270 million in expanding operations in four U.S. states. Trump expressed optimism about a potential deal with Canada but emphasized his position as the primary negotiator. The U.S. launched drones to patrol the Great Lakes amid growing tensions. In Montana, a candidate slated Russian fuel imports and praised Canada as a trusted energy partner.