The U.S. president’s trade war and threats to make Canada the 51st state have infuriated Canadians and led to a surge in nationalism that has helped the Liberal Party flip the narrative.

Donald Trump's return and aggressive trade policies, including tariffs on Canadian imports and annexation suggestions, dramatically reshaped Canada's political landscape. This external pressure propelled Liberal leader Mark Carney,

The elections come against the backdrop of Donald Trump threatening to make Canada their 51st state, and the resignation of former PM Justin Trudeau.