Overview
- Conservative MP Jamil Jivani, a longtime friend of U.S. Vice-President JD Vance, has withdrawn his invitation for Vance to visit his Ontario constituency, citing the current political climate.
- Jivani attributes the decision to rising anti-Trump sentiment in Canada following President Trump’s annexation threats and 25% tariff proposals on Canadian exports.
- While open to assisting Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberal government through his personal ties with Vance, Jivani emphasizes that leadership in improving Canada-U.S. relations rests with the federal government.
- Canada recently secured an exemption for CUSMA-compliant auto parts from U.S. tariffs, offering relief to economically vulnerable regions like Jivani's Bowmanville-Oshawa North riding.
- Prime Minister Carney is preparing for an imminent White House visit, where he is expected to address escalating trade tensions and Trump’s aggressive rhetoric.