Canada's Prime Minister Calls Snap Election to Counter U.S. Trade Pressures

Mark Carney announces April 28 vote, framing it as a pivotal choice for sovereignty and economic resilience against Trump's aggressive tariffs and rhetoric.

Prime Minister Mark Carney has scheduled a snap election for April 28, moving it forward from October to address escalating U.S.-Canada tensions.
Carney aims to leverage anti-Trump sentiment and a surge in Canadian nationalism, following Trump's imposition of 25% tariffs and controversial annexation rhetoric.
The Liberal Party has seen a boost in polls, with many Canadians backing Carney's stance against Trump's economic and territorial provocations.
Conservative candidate Pierre Poilievre faces challenges distancing himself from comparisons to Trump, complicating his campaign strategy.
Carney emphasizes reducing Canada's economic dependence on the U.S. by strengthening ties with Europe and Asia, while addressing domestic economic challenges.