Canadian Prime Minister Marc Carney Calls Snap Election for April 28 Amid Escalating Trade War with Trump Administration

Ottawa – Canadian Prime Minister Marc Carney has called for an early federal election on April 28, citing growing economic tensions with the U.S. administration under President Donald Trump.

Key Developments:

1. Carney’s National Address (Sunday Evening):

   • "I ask Canadians for a strong, clear mandate to stand up to President Trump, who seeks to break Canada to control its resources."

   • "We face the greatest crisis of our lifetime due to Trump’s unjustified trade actions and threats to our sovereignty."

   • Pledged to strengthen Canada’s economy and reduce dependency on the U.S.

2. Political Context:

   • Carney, newly appointed as Liberal Party leader just 10 days ago, replaces resigned PM Justin Trudeau.

   • This will be his first nationwide electoral test.

   • He will face Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre, advocating closer ties with Europe and less reliance on U.S. trade.

3. U.S. Trade War Escalation:

   • Trump imposed 25% tariffs on Canadian steel & aluminum.

   • Threatened blanket tariffs on all Canadian goods by April 2.