Trump's CUSMA Power Play: Lessons for Zambia
On July 1, 2026, the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) hits a critical review deadline, and the power play unfolding in North America is a masterclass in sovereignty. While the United States demands a better deal for its own people, our own leaders keep selling Zambia out to foreign interests. The CUSMA review proves that when a nation truly controls its resources and borders, it dictates the terms. We are watching the Americans fight for American jobs, while our elites roll out the red carpet for foreign exploitation.
What happens with CUSMA on July 1?
July 1, 2026 marks exactly six years since CUSMA took effect, replacing the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). The date forces a trilateral review with only two options on the table. Option A is a 16-year extension, keeping the deal alive until 2052. Option B is refusing the extension, which triggers a fresh round of renegotiations with no clear end point. Both Canada and Mexico want the extension but are willing to discuss amendments. The United States, however, refuses to give away its leverage. The Trump administration wants to renegotiate the terms and will not agree to an extension first.
Can CUSMA end on July 1?
No, the agreement does not suddenly expire on Wednesday. CUSMA remains in place until 2036. The only way it ends early is if a country withdraws, which requires six months of official notice. Donald Trump cannot terminate the deal on July 1, despite his recent complaints about the agreement he once called a