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New Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced new parliamentary elections for April 28, banking on the increasing support for his Liberal Party and vowing to stand against the tariff threats from President Donald Trump.
The election was initially slated for October.
As he prepares to fight a trade war with the US, he is requesting Canadians for a mandate.
The Canadian leader accused President Trump of undermining the country’s sovereignty by imposing tariffs and threatening to annex and make it America’s 51st state. He faces a tough five-week campaign against seasoned Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre.
The Liberals currently hold a slim lead of 42% to 37% over the Conservatives, per the Angus Reid poll of 4,009 people.
Canada’s key issues include tax cuts, economic self-reliance, immigration policies, and Carney’s handling of his financial assets.
However, analysts note that Trump’s pressure on Canada could shift its voter focus toward choosing a strong leadership that opposes America’s power play and guarantees short-term stability rather than addressing bigger economic issues.