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Whitmer warns Trump’s tariffs risk handing China an edge
Michigan governor pledges to “stop the madness” of Trump’s trade war, warning it undermines America’s closest partners.
These Red Vermont Towns Wanted ‘America First.’ They’re Getting More Than They Bargained For.
Northern Vermont went all in on Trump because of his border promises. Then came the changes voters here weren’t anticipating.
Carney defends move to recognize Palestinian statehood
“Consequences of this foreign policy decision will undoubtedly unfold domestically,” Israel’s envoy in Ottawa warns.
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Mexico and Canada make nice ahead of high-stakes trade talks
Carney and Sheinbaum vow to stick together and work with the US on a deal.
2 amigos vs. Trump’s trade war
How Mexico-Canada relations are changing right before Washington’s eyes.
After falling short of the prime minister’s office and losing his seat in Parliament, Canada’s Conservative leader is hustling in small-town Alberta to prove he’s still a winner.
Carney on Trump: ‘We’ll speak when it makes sense’
The prime minister also warned that tariff rift puts Canadian investment in U.S. at risk
Canada Elections & Politics
Justin Trudeau spotted at Katy Perry concert
The former Canadian prime minister and American pop star were also photographed walking her dog and having dinner.
A Separatist Movement Is Brewing in Canada — But Don’t Count on a 51st State
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith on her province’s relationship with the United States, how she figured out Trump and the state of trade talks ahead of a looming Aug. 1 deadline.
Mark Carney’s first big test on the world stage
At a turbulent moment in global geopolitics, Canada’s new prime minister welcomes Trump and G7 leaders to Alberta.
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This Tiny MAGA Town Borders Canada. They’re Ready to Say Good Riddance.
‘Tariffs temporarily are going to hurt us. But in the long run, will it wake some people up?’
Brantford Has Been Hit Hard By Trump’s Tariffs. The City Still Might Go Conservative.
For 17 years, the Conservative Party has had a firm grip on this working-class city. Canada’s recent swing to the left may not change that.
Canada Discovers Uniting Against Trump Is the Easy Part
The fabric of Canada’s nationhood makes Mark Carney’s one people, one country message difficult to sustain.
The Canadian Who’s Donald Trump’s Oldest Enemy
Graydon Carter’s long-running feud with Trump is legendary.
Canada recognizes Palestinian statehood
Britain and Australia did so as well.
Why conservatives think young men are their secret weapon
Jamil Jivani explains why he thinks grief over Charlie Kirk could move young, Canadian men to engage with politics.
Freeland quits Carney’s Cabinet to become special representative to Ukraine
Canada’s former deputy PM, long one of Kyiv’s staunchest allies, says it’s time for “fresh challenges.”
Carney’s answer to Trump’s trade war: Buy Canadian
Ottawa turns to protectionist rules and a C$1 billion relief fund to soften tariff fallout.
Ottawa watchdog office sounds the alarm on … Ottawa watchdog office
An employee survey reveals a lack of confidence in senior managers at the auditor general’s office.
Canada’s Carney makes surprise visit to Kyiv
“We are with you every step of the way,” the Canadian prime minister said in independence day ceremony.
Canada looks to Germany to offset Trump tariff agenda
Prime Minister Mark Carney and senior Cabinet ministers will travel to Berlin to talk energy, defense and critical minerals.
Carney backs down on tariffs to keep Trump talks alive
Ottawa drops elbows in an effort to de-escalate trade war with the United States.
Canada courts Arctic allies to counter Russia
Amid Putin’s threats and Trump’s tariffs, Carney embraces Nordic defense alliances.
Poilievre’s back, but 5 more fights could define his future
Canada’s Conservative leader has a second shot at becoming prime minister, but there are roadblocks in his way.
Carney voices support for Trump’s peace efforts — and encourages US security guarantees
The Canadian leader’s message comes after several U.S. partners in Europe showed support for Trump’s trilateral proposal on Friday.
Canadian approval of Washington crashes under Trump
Disapproval of American leadership hit its highest point since Trump’s first term, amid a rocky U.S.-Canada relationship.
Canada courts Mexico as Trump escalates tariff fight
Canadian ministers push energy ties with Mexico ahead of thorny USMCA review
‘Icy cool’: How Claudia Sheinbaum is navigating Trump’s new world order
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has extradited cartel leaders, deployed troops to the border — and remained calm. So far, it’s worked.
Canada’s trade minister confident that countries will come to a deal
Dominic LeBlanc said he expects President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Mark Carney to speak in the coming days.
Trade representative backs Trump’s punitive approach to global tariffs
“He’s elected to assess the foreign affairs situation in the United States and take appropriate action,” Jamieson Greer said Sunday.
Canada’s US trade minister exits DC as tariff talks stall
Dominic LeBlanc says he’ll probably catch up to Trump’s team next week.
Trump hikes tariffs on Canada after trade talks stall
US-Mexico-Canada pact will soften blow for a majority of Canadian goods.
Trump says Canada’s Palestinian move is new trade deal stumbling block
Ottawa’s recognition of Palestinian statehood will make it “very hard” to reach an agreement, the U.S. president warned.
Canada to recognize Palestinian statehood
Prime Minister Mark Carney’s announcement echoes commitments from the U.K. and France.
Trump keeps Canada guessing as trade deadline looms
Inside the unfolding drama of Ottawa’s down-to-the-wire negotiations with the White House.
Canada lowers expectations for Trump deal by Aug. 1
The prime minister and the premiers shift gears to prioritize substance over speed.
US senators visit Canada to build bridges as trade deadline looms
As Ottawa chases a new trade and security deal with Washington, the prime minister and visiting lawmakers seemed to make headway on lumber and digital services taxes.
Why RFK Jr. wants Canada to pardon 400 ostriches
The plight of flightless birds in an avian flu drama has drawn in members of Trump’s administration, right-wing influencers and a GOP megadonor.
Carney concedes any deal with Trump will include tariffs
The prime minister has pledged to forge a new trade and security deal with the U.S.
Canada pauses new tariff threats as Trump escalates
The president’s letter to the prime minister extends the trade deadline to Aug. 1.
Trump says US to impose 35 percent tariff on Canadian goods
The higher-than-expected levy is scheduled to take effect next month.
Elon Musk faces a new threat in Canada
Prime Minister Mark Carney is under pressure from Washington to make an EV U-turn.
In tech tax ‘cave,’ Trump and Carney may have both gotten what they wanted
The White House chalked up Canada’s decision to suspend its tax to the president’s trade threat, but there were more layers to the policy maneuvering.
Trump plans to slap Japan with new tariffs amid stalled negotiations
“We’ll just be sending them a letter,” Trump said, after suggesting Japan wouldn’t agree to boost U.S. rice imports.