US midterm results boost Canadian hopes for tariff relief

Democrats swept Tuesday's US midterm elections, a result Canadian officials called a victory that may pressure the White House to ease tariffs on Canada amid renewed trade talks. The Democratic wave reflected voter frustration over affordability, with polls showing most Americans blame tariffs for higher prices. Key races in Maine and Michigan centered on trade, where losing Republican candidates distanced themselves from Trump's levies on Canadian goods. Democratic control of Congress may not immediately change tariffs, as Trump can veto legislation and used executive orders to impose them. Canada faces an ideal window before January to finalize a deal, though Trump's post-election distractions could complicate negotiations.