Canada's Mark Carney Urges Unity Against Trump Threats

Canada's 2025 federal election resulted in Mark Carney's Liberals forming another minority government, marking a significant comeback for the party amid a closely contested race with Pierre Poilievre’s Conservatives. Carney, in his victory speech, emphasized unity and pledged to defend Canada's sovereignty in response to threats and economic pressures from U.S. President Donald Trump, vowing to protect Canadian resources and independence. The election also saw major leadership changes: Poilievre lost his Ottawa-area seat despite Conservative gains, leaving his political future uncertain, and NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh resigned after his party suffered severe losses. The results reflect a deeply divided electorate and foreshadow continued political instability, as the Liberals must work to build consensus in a minority parliament. Carney, a political newcomer, framed himself as a steady leader for a nation facing external and internal challenges, including a potential trade war with the U.S. The outcome promises to reshape Canada’s political landscape for years to come.