LANSING, Mich. (Great Lakes News) – Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer issued a press release on Thursday, demanding that Canadian authorities quickly resolve the ongoing Ambassador Bridge closure.

Whitmer said the closure is impacting Michigan industries including automotive, agriculture, and manufacturing.

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“It is imperative that Canadian local, provincial, and national governments de-escalate this economic blockade,” Whitmer stated in the press release.

Canadian truckers have been protesting the country’s strict COVID-19 measures for two weeks, including mandatory vaccines.

A handful of Canadian provinces have already dropped their mandates.