Canada's pushback exposes limits of Trump's leverage

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Canada's retaliation tests US power limits as trade talks with Canada derailed, testing President Trump's dominance strategy, testing limits of American power against allies and enemies alike. Vance's leaked comments preceded Carney's abrupt exit from negotiations, sparking new tariffs on $872bn annual trade. Canada now explores energy restrictions and boycotts, mirroring Iran's leverage tactics. Midterm elections may force Trump to back down, while Canada considers distancing from US alliances. Mexico chooses closer integration, but other nations watch Canada's resistance as a blueprint.


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