Most Canadians support retaliatory measures against U.S. tariffs, according to recent polling, as trust in the Trump administration continues to decline. A Monday Angus Reid poll revealed that only 13% of Canadians trust the Trump administration to uphold its commitments, while 75% do not (torontosun.com). This sentiment comes as the country prepares for a 50% tariff increase on Canadian goods, set to take effect next month (globalnews.ca). The tariffs, which will affect a wide range of products, have sparked concern among businesses and consumers alike.
The trade dispute has also fueled political tensions, with some analysts suggesting that Trump’s frequent criticism of Canada may be influencing Republican opinions. While many are accustomed to his remarks, such as calling Canada the "51st state" or referring to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as a "governor," the rhetoric has not gone unnoticed (ca.news.yahoo.com). Meanwhile, Ontario’s trade representative in Washington, Caryn Ceolin, emphasized that a final resolution with the U.S. is unlikely, warning against expecting a "one big deal" with lasting outcomes (toronto.citynews.ca).
Separately, the U.S. consulate in Toronto was targeted by gunfire for the second time this year, prompting a police investigation. Officers briefly pursued the suspect vehicle before halting the chase for safety reasons (castanet.net). This incident highlights the growing tensions between the two nations, both politically and physically.
