Mon Apr 28 17:31:41 UTC 2025: ## Trump’s Election Meddling Shakes Up Canadian Vote
**OTTAWA, April 28, 2025** – Canada held a federal election today amidst unprecedented intervention from U.S. President Donald Trump, who threatened Canada with zero tariffs if it joined the United States as the 51st state. This dramatic development has completely reshaped the election landscape, potentially handing victory to Liberal Party leader Mark Carney, a political newcomer who replaced Justin Trudeau last month.
Initially trailing significantly behind Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, Carney’s campaign gained momentum after Trump’s public statements, tapping into widespread anxieties about U.S. aggression. Poilievre, while criticizing Trump, argued that years of Liberal mismanagement left Canada vulnerable to such threats. He focused his campaign on domestic issues such as rising living costs, crime, and housing shortages.
While final polls suggest a tight race with Carney slightly ahead, the impact of Trump’s meddling is undeniable. Many voters, like Montreal resident Hamza Fahri, expressed a shift towards Carney due to his perceived strength and experience in dealing with Trump. Others, however, such as Kelsey Leschasin from Saskatchewan, prioritized domestic change over the U.S. factor. Public concern was also voiced regarding the overshadowing of domestic issues like social equality by the U.S. election interference.
The election marks a stunning reversal from January, when Poilievre enjoyed a commanding lead. Recent polls show the Liberals with a narrow advantage over the Conservatives, but the results remain uncertain given the potential impact of smaller parties, like the NDP and Bloc Quebecois. A record number of Canadians cast advance ballots, highlighting the public’s engagement in this historically significant election. The outcome will determine whether Canada navigates its relationship with the U.S. under Carney’s leadership or undertakes domestic reforms under Poilievre.
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