Could Trump's trade war on Canada backfire?

Could Trump's trade war on Canada backfire?

August 25, 2026 3:30 pm MST.

Multiple American media outlets are criticizing President Donald Trump's on Canadian products. With midterm elections looming, political correspondent Glen McGregor discusses whether the trade war could end up backfiring for Trump.

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