Canada's Election Heats Up: Carney vs. Poilievre Amid Trump Tensions

Canada’s top party leaders faced off in a heated debate, with Liberal PM Mark Carney and Conservative leader

Pierre Poilievre dominating the stage.

Carney, a political newcomer, impressed many with his calm, business-like tone and bold stance against Trump.

Poilievre, known for his aggressive style, focused on attacking the Liberal legacy, calling Carney a Trudeau clone.

But Carney’s zinger—'Trudeau and the carbon tax are both gone'—landed hard.

Donald Trump isn’t on the ballot, but he’s a major player in Canada’s election.

Carney has made Trump’s threats to annex Canada a central issue, warning, 'They want our land, our water,

our country.' Poilievre, meanwhile, is trying to distance himself from Trump, but critics say his policies echo American-style

populism.

Trump even called Poilievre 'no friend of mine,' while praising Carney as easier to deal with.

Pierre Poilievre has rebranded himself as a working-class hero, ditching suits for rolled-up sleeves and attacking 'woke' universities.

But critics call it 'blue-collar cosplay,' pointing to his elite political background and ties to corporate lobbyists.

His threats to defund universities over ideology have sparked fears of Trump-style interference in academic freedom.

With 78 seats, Quebec could decide the election.

Bloc Québécois leader Yves-François Blanchet impressed some with his performance, but Carney is gaining ground in the province.

His promise of free trade within Canada and a national housing bureau is resonating, especially as voters weigh

who can best stand up to Trump.

Canadians are divided.

Some see Carney as a refreshing, capable leader; others feel Poilievre offers the change they crave.

Many are worried about Trump’s influence and want a leader who can protect Canada’s sovereignty.

As one voter put it, 'We need someone who can stand up to Trump and unite the country.'