Trump wanted to break us,”states Carney as the Liberals achieve succes in Canada

Canada: "Trump wanted to break us," states Carney as the Liberals achieve success in Canadian elections. Months ago dismissed as unlikely to win, the party stages a stunning comeback fueled by the US president's controversial remarks.

In his victory speech, Mark Carney claimed Donald Trump aimed to "break us" as he led the Liberal Party of Canada to a fourth consecutive term in office in a race significantly impacted by the threats and rhetoric from the US commander-in-chief. This win signifies a remarkable political turnaround for Carney, the former central banker and relative newcomer, who has recently taken over from Justin Trudeau as prime minister.

Early results indicate that the Liberals fell slightly short of achieving a majority and will require assistance from opposition parties to govern. Reflecting a recurring message from the campaign, Carney addressed his supporters on election night, asserting that Trump wanted to "break us so America can own us," proclaiming, "That will never, ever happen," which ignited cheers from the crowd. In a candid evaluation, he spoke of a global order previously characterized by a cohesive trading system centered on the US, stating that dynamic is over and pledging to redefine Canada's international relationships. "We are past the shock of American betrayal. But we will always remember the lessons learned," he remarked. As early results from Canada's Atlantic provinces and vote-rich areas of Quebec and Ontario began to report on Monday evening, excitement erupted among Liberal supporters, confirming their party's victory.

In a surprising twist, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre lost his long-held seat since 2004, despite an unexpected improvement in his party's overall performance. Speaking at his election night event, he vowed to remain in his role, but his loss could exacerbate tensions within the party. "While we will fulfill our constitutional duty to hold the government accountable and propose better options, Canada will always come first as we confront tariffs and other reckless threats from President Trump," Poilievre assured his audience.
"Conservatives will lead the discussion and continue advocating for the best solutions to enhance the lives of Canadians." Jagmeet Singh, the leader of the New Democratic Party (NDP), also lost his seat during a national vote that resulted in the party's worst performance ever, resulting in the loss of their official party status and most seats. An emotional Singh announced his resignation as leader.
Carney, addressing gathered supporters, commended other party leaders for their campaigns, which he claimed had bolstered democracy in the nation. "It's time to end the divisiveness and anger of the past. We are all Canadians, and my government will work for and with everyone." Having narrowly won the previous federal election, the Liberals had leaned on the left-leaning NDP to pass key legislation. The current vote appears to suggest a similar scenario, with both parties potentially holding enough seats to move forward. This victory represents an impressive revival for the Liberals, a party that was previously on the brink of electoral disaster. Justin Trudeau, the former leader, served nearly a decade as prime minister but ended his leadership facing significant challenges, internal strife, and a disillusioned electorate. Until late 2024, the outlook within the Liberal party had been grim. In their most optimistic predictions, they felt they might only manage to keep the Conservatives to a minority government. An outright win had not been an expectation. "We were dead and buried in December, and now we are forming a government," reflected David Lametti, a former Liberal justice minister, in an interview late Monday. "This turnaround is thanks to Mark." Trump's threats, including the notion of annexing Canada as the 51st state, derision aimed at Trudeau as "governor," and economic intimidation have stirred deep resentment and feelings of betrayal towards the US. "The shift in polling was unprecedented," noted David Coletto, head of Abacus Data. "To witness the ensuing support hold is also a rare occurrence. It's tough to find examples in other regions where such a complete reset happens, and it revolves around two factors: the unpopularity of Justin Trudeau and the real threat Donald Trump posed to Canada." For the Conservatives, their defeat marks a disappointing conclusion to a campaign they had been eagerly anticipating for months. Under Pierre Poilievre's leadership, the party seemed all but certain to gain power for the last two years. However, within weeks of Trump's threats and Carney's rise to leadership, the 25-point poll advantage began to vanish. Carney, who had served as prime minister for just nine days before calling for a snap election, aimed to create a historic impact for the party. Had he lost, he would have faced the distinction of being Canada's shortest-serving prime minister. Campaign volunteer Ian Laroque, from Carney's Ottawa riding, expressed, "Carney demonstrated poise, and I felt he was truly the right person for this moment. He might not be the typical polished politician, but he's exactly the type of leader we need in these times, especially with an economist at the helm during an economic crisis." The election held other peculiarities, too: for the first time in nearly seven decades, the two primary parties were projected to secure more than 80% of the total vote, reflecting the significant decline of smaller opposition parties, including the NDP and the Bloc Québécois. In a heartfelt address, Jagmeet Singh announced his resignation as NDP leader after his electoral loss.

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