Canada Calls Early Election as Tensions With Trump Escalate

Prime Minister Mark Carney seeks a strong mandate to counter U.S. trade war and protect Canadian sovereignty in an unprecedented election focused on foreign relations.

Prime Minister Mark Carney has scheduled early legislative elections for April 28, 2025, citing the need for a clear mandate to address U.S. trade policies and threats to sovereignty.
The election marks a shift from typical domestic priorities to an extraordinary focus on strained U.S.-Canada relations under Donald Trump.
Donald Trump’s trade war with Canada, including reciprocal tariffs set to begin on April 2, and his provocative rhetoric about Canadian sovereignty have heightened tensions.
Polls indicate a tight race between the Liberal Party, led by Carney, and the Conservative Party, sidelining smaller parties like the NDP and Bloc Québécois.
This election is described as 'existential' for Canada’s future, with voter turnout expected to increase significantly due to the stakes involved.

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