California Governor Gavin Newsom says he believes trade talks between the United States and Canada could restart soon despite a recent breakdown in negotiations.
Newsom said he expects U.S. President Donald Trump to return to the negotiating table within days or weeks. He argued that growing political pressure is making it difficult for Trump to stay away from talks for long.
According to Newsom, criticism is coming from members of Trump’s own political party. He said many Republicans are concerned about the impact of the trade dispute as the country moves closer to the midterm elections.
The comments come during a tense period in relations between the two countries. Trade discussions stopped late last week after Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney decided to halt negotiations. Soon after, new U.S. tariffs on about $28 billion worth of Canadian goods took effect.
The move added fresh strain to an already difficult trade relationship. Businesses on both sides of the border are now watching closely for signs that talks could resume.
Newsom expressed confidence that the current pause will not last long.
He said he could not imagine the situation continuing for more than a few weeks. In his view, economic and political realities will push both sides back toward discussions.
The California governor also stressed that his state does not support the approach taken by the White House toward Canada. He said California values its relationship with its northern neighbor and does not agree with the way the dispute has been handled.
Newsom offered support for Canada during the ongoing trade conflict. He said the actions of the federal government should not be seen as representing the views of all Americans.
He also praised Prime Minister Carney’s handling of the dispute. Newsom said Carney has managed the situation well and understands the importance of showing strength during difficult negotiations.
The governor has been one of the most outspoken critics of Trump. In the interview, he repeated his opposition to the president and said he is frustrated by the direction of the administration.
The trade dispute is also creating economic challenges for California.
One of the industries feeling the impact is the state’s wine sector. California wine producers have long depended on Canada as an important export market.
For many years, Canada was the largest foreign buyer of California wine. However, the trade conflict has changed that picture.
Many Canadian provinces have removed California wines and other U.S. alcohol products from store shelves as part of their response to trade tensions. The move has reduced sales and increased concern among producers.
Recent trade data shows the scale of the decline. Wine exports from the United States to Canada fell sharply between 2024 and 2025. The drop reached hundreds of millions of dollars, highlighting the growing economic cost of the dispute.
Newsom acknowledged that some California wine makers are upset about the situation. He said there is frustration within the industry as producers watch sales decline in a market that has traditionally been very important.
Still, he made clear where he believes responsibility lies.
Newsom said California should not be blamed for the trade conflict. Instead, he pointed to decisions made by the federal government as the main cause of the dispute.
He described the situation as painful for businesses that depend on trade with Canada. He also emphasized that California remains one of the strongest opponents of Trump’s policies in the United States.
The future of the trade relationship now depends on whether both governments decide to return to negotiations. With economic pressure growing and elections approaching, many observers will be watching for the next move from Washington and Ottawa.
For now, Newsom remains confident that renewed discussions are close. He believes political pressure, economic concerns, and the importance of the Canada-U.S. partnership will eventually bring both sides back to the table.
As uncertainty continues, businesses, workers, and consumers in both countries are hoping that progress can be made soon and that trade stability can be restored.
