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Why Opening the Gordie Howe Bridge Is a Top Priority for Detroit Businesses

July 29, 2026

CBC Power and Politics, CBC News
July 27, 2026

The first vehicles crossed the Gordie Howe International Bridge on Monday, July 27, after 25 years and over 20 million hours of labor.

Sandy K. Baruah, Detroit Regional Chamber President and Chief Executive Officer, recently joined CBC News’ Power & Politics to share why he’s happy to see the bridge finally open.

Watch the full interview below.