Live Updates: Canada Votes on New Leader in Tumultuous Moment
nytimes.comPublished: 4/28/2025
Summary
The Conservative Party's surprise victory in Canada's election, overshadowed by President Trump's trade war, marked a turning point as his tariffs hit key Canadian industries like autos and steel, prompting retaliatory measures from Ottawa. Despite the economic disruptions, the government has shown resilience, with leaders signaling a strong stance to handle U.S. challenges while maintaining cautious optimism about the election campaign.