How Canada can hit back at the US economy and Trump

Canada, which sends about 70% of its goods to the US, retains significant leverage in the trade dispute through energy exports, purchasing power, and political pressure, despite facing economic risks. The country is the top customer for 26 US states and supplies most US natural gas, electricity, and 60% of crude oil imports. Retaliatory measures include strategic dollar-for-dollar duties on steel, dairy, and other goods, while provincial bans on US alcohol have already cut exports sharply. Canadian leaders have threatened energy surcharges and targeted Republican states ahead of US midterm elections. Polls show 76% of Canadians back Ottawa's hardline stance, though analysts estimate recent tariffs could trim up to 0.6% off Canada's GDP.