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Ontario Premier Doug Ford Calls Early Election Amidst Trump Tariff Threats

Premier Doug Ford announces a snap election for February to secure a mandate to combat potential tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump.

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  1. Premier Ford Confirms Snap Ontario Election Will Be Called Next Week

    Ford's decision to call an early election reflects a strategic attempt to secure a stronger mandate for Ontario, which he believes is necessary to effectively tackle the looming threat of U.S. tariffs on Canadian exports.

    Premier Ford Confirms Snap Ontario Election Will Be Called Next Week

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  2. Ontario premier Doug Ford calls snap election to fight Trump tariff threat

    Ford's decision to call an early election underscores the urgency he feels in securing a robust mandate to combat the looming economic threats from the U.S., signaling his determination to protect Ontario's interests amidst challenging political dynamics.

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  3. Ontario leader will call election to fight Trump's threatened tariffs

    Ford's decision to call an early election appears to be more about consolidating his power in the face of external pressures than addressing the immediate concerns of Ontarians.

    Ontario leader will call election to fight Trump's threatened tariffs

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  4. Ontario Leader Will Call Election to Fight Trump's Threatened Tariffs

    Doug Ford’s decision to call an election appears to be a politically motivated attempt to strengthen his position in the face of federal trade challenges, yet it risks backlash from voters who might see it as an unnecessary move.

    Ontario Leader Will Call Election to Fight Trump's Threatened Tariffs

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Updated: Jan 24th, 2025, 4:12 PM ET

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Ontario's Premier Doug Ford plans to call an early election on Jan. 29, aiming for a strong mandate to counter U.S. President Trump's threatened 25% tariffs on Canadian imports. With potential job losses exceeding 500,000, Ford stated that a larger mandate is necessary for effective representation in the event of a tariff war. Opposition parties criticize the timing of the election, suggesting it may serve to avoid scrutiny over ongoing investigations regarding Ford's past environmental policies. The election is slated for Feb. 27, more than a year ahead of the scheduled June 2026 date.

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