Drones, Helicopters Being Considered for US Border, Public Safety Minister Says

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Chrystia Freeland walks with Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs Dominic LeBlanc as they make their way to speak with reporters following cabinet meeting on Parliament Hill, in Ottawa, on Nov. 26, 2024. The Canadian Press/Adrian Wyld

Canada is considering supplying the RCMP and border agency with more resources including drones, helicopters and personnel in case of a “surge” at the border, Public Safety Minister Dominic LeBlanc said Tuesday in response to Donald Trump’s threat to impose steep tariffs on Canadian imports into the U.S.

The president-elect threatened to impose 25 percent tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports unless action is taken to stem the flow of both migrants and illegal drugs crossing the border.