US-Canada Trade War: Trump’s tariff escalation and Canada’s retaliatory moves are already hitting cross-border costs, with analysts warning consumers and key election states could feel it—while Canada later reversed some seafood tariff plans after industry pushback, a big deal for Maine’s lobster supply chain. Maine Lobster & Seafood: Ottawa removed U.S. fish and seafood items from its retaliatory list after concerns about Atlantic Canada’s processing jobs and pricing pressures; Maine lobstermen had warned the “collateral damage” risk was real. Food Safety: The FDA upgraded the cyclospora-linked lettuce recall to the highest risk level and added Georgia, Tennessee and Texas to the outbreak states, now tied to Taylor Farms products. Agriculture Labor: A federal judge struck down Trump-era farm worker wage cuts tied to the H-2A program, ordering recalculation and potential backpay. Environmental Cleanup: Orrington’s Penobscot River mercury cleanup is moving from planning to action as crews spray about 9,400 tons of sand to cap contaminated flats. Tech/Defense in Maine: TurbineOne opened a defense tech facility in Maine to accelerate frontline AI and autonomy, including drone manufacturing in Old Town. Big Tech & Youth Safety: Rhode Island and other states outlined major Meta settlement terms, including Instagram/Facebook protections and limits for teens. Public Health Recall: USDA recalled ~24,900 pounds of frozen buffalo chicken products after discovery of false inspection marks, including shipments to Maine. Local Economy & Tourism: New Hampshire’s Canadian visitor rebound is underway, but tariffs and political friction could cool fall travel.