Trump's Tariff Threats Foster Deepening US-Canada Rift

President Donald Trump's threat to impose hefty tariffs on Canada has strained US-Canada relations, with many Canadians feeling betrayed. This has led to a surge in national pride and a growing sentiment to reduce reliance on the US, as evidenced by a national poll where 91% of Canadians expressed this desire (BBC, AOL). Trump's rhetoric, including jokes about annexing Canada, has further damaged trust, prompting some Canadians to boycott US products and cancel subscriptions to American services (NY Times, BBC). While a temporary reprieve was reached with a 30-day delay on tariffs in exchange for border security measures, the threat has left a lasting impact, with Canadians increasingly exploring global partnerships (NY Times, AOL). US lawmakers, primarily Democrats, have also voiced opposition to the proposed tariffs, viewing them as politically unpopular and harmful to American business interests (CBC).