Canada’s preelection question: Who can stand up to Donald Trump?

Published April 19, 2025 6:00am ET



Early voting has begun in Canada as the nation prepares to elect its next prime minister, with the threat of President Donald Trump’s trade war at the forefront of the country’s mind.

Prime Minister Mark Carney, who took office last month without ever having won an election, is riding a tidal wave of resentment against Trump that was on full display Thursday during the five-week campaign’s final debate.

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