Trump’s economic pressure on Canada: Mark Carney slams U.S. tariffs ahead of elections
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney criticizes Trump's trade tariffs, accusing the U.S. of attempting to undermine Canada's sovereignty ahead of elections.
Canada is facing increasing tensions with the United States after President Donald Trump reactivated tariffs on Canadian products, including timber, dairy, and machinery.
The move, which Trump claims is designed to protect American workers from unfair trade practices, is being viewed by Canada as a politically motivated attack on their economy.
Carney’s criticism of Trump’s actions
Prime Minister of Canada, Mark Carney, has strongly criticized Donald Trump's actions, calling them part of a broader strategy to weaken Canada’s sovereignty ahead of elections. During a cabinet meeting, Carney stated, "Trump and the Americans want to break us to be our masters," winning a standing ovation from the lawmakers
At the same time, he emphasized the fact that he will not allow Canada to be "humiliated" under the guise of "false patriotism" nor to be forced to give up its economic sovereignty.
The electoral implications of the trade dispute between Canada and the U.S.
The Canadian elections are taking place very soon, at the same time of the ongoing trade war with the United States. Carney’s government is facing opposition from Pierre Poilievre, leader of the Conservative Party of Canada, whose political influence has been decreased as the relationship between Washington and Ottawa get worse each passing day.
In Canada, the public does not directly elect the Prime Minister. Instead, voters choose their local representatives, and the party that wins the most seats in Parliament forms the government.