WASHINGTON, D.C., May 7, 2025 — In a recent interview on Dr. Phil’s MeritTV, Nestpoint Managing Director John Thomas shared insights on the evolving trade relationship between the U.S. and Canada, as well as the Trump administration’s latest immigration initiative.

Commenting on Prime Minister Mark Carney’s early outreach to President Trump, Thomas called the meeting a “positive first step” and noted that both sides have a strong incentive to find common ground. “Canada needs the U.S. more than we need them,” he stated, emphasizing the United States’ negotiating leverage and calling for a fairer, reciprocal trade arrangement.

Thomas also addressed the broader rationale behind Trump’s trade posture, especially concerning tariffs. “It’s not punishment—it’s rebalancing. The goal is fairness: if they tariff us, we’ll tariff them. Or better yet, drop tariffs altogether.”

On the topic of immigration, Thomas praised the administration’s newly announced self-deportation program as a “cost-effective and innovative strategy” that could reduce taxpayer burden while allowing undocumented immigrants to return through legal channels in the future. He contrasted this approach with traditional enforcement methods, calling it “a rare case of real innovation in immigration policy.” 

“If it works, it could reshape how we handle enforcement in a smarter, less disruptive way.” Thomas said.

Through his commentary, Thomas reinforces Nestpoint’s position as a leading voice in strategic policy and global negotiations—helping clients understand and navigate the evolving landscape of international trade and domestic reform.

The full segment aired on Dr. Phil’s Merit TV and can be viewed here.

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