In a national election influenced by President Donald Trump’s actions, Canadian voters supported Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberal Party. The Canadian Broadcasting Corp. projected that, while it was too early to confirm, the Liberals might secure another term after nearly a decade in power, despite earlier predictions of an imminent Conservative victory amid rising inflation and immigration frustrations.
Carney, who became prime minister after winning the Liberal leadership, responded to Trump’s controversial tariffs and statements, which incited Canadian resentment and shifted the election’s narrative. Previously trailing by nearly 20 points, the Liberals capitalized on Trump’s behavior to regain support during a short campaign period.
Carney, a former central banker with experience managing economic crises, emphasized his leadership capabilities. His opponent, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, initially gained traction with a populist approach but found his Trump-like style becoming a liability as public dissatisfaction grew. Poilievre campaigned on economic opportunities and affordable housing for younger voters, while framing the Trudeau administration as chaotic.
As election day approached, Trump reiterated his wish for Canada to become the 51st U.S. state, prompting rebukes from both Carney and Poilievre, who asserted Canada’s sovereignty. Voter sentiment reflected this backlash against Trump; one voter cited Poilievre’s resemblance to Trump as a reason for their Liberal vote.
While Trump did not publicly comment on the election results, former President Joe Biden praised Carney’s leadership potential, emphasizing shared values between Canadians and Americans. The election outcome demonstrated a significant turnaround for the Liberals, attributed largely to the context created by U.S.-Canada relations.
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