A Canadian provincial premier has called a snap election, saying U.S. President Donald Trump’s attacks on Canada are threatening jobs, businesses and the country’s ability to determine its own future VICTORIA, British Columbia -- A Canadian provincial premier called a snap election Tuesday, saying U.S. The provincial election comes after U.S.-Canada trade talks broke down, deepening a dispute that has brought steep tariffs.
British Columbia Premier David Eby effectively put Trump on the ballot, arguing the election offers British Columbians a choice between his government’s efforts to resist U.S. economic pressure and opponents he accused of embracing “MAGA-style politics.” “Join us saying hell no to Trump and to his politics,” Eby said in announcing the Oct. 24 election. Eby said Trump’s trade war and threats against Canada have changed conditions in British Columbia enough to justify an election two years early. He also vowed to keep American alcohol off provincial shelves, saying “not one drop of Jack Daniels” would return until Canada gets a fair deal with the United States.
The New Democrats won a narrow majority in the 2024 provincial election, giving Eby enough seats to govern without relying on another party, and he was not required to call another election until 2028. The election call also comes amid turmoil among the opposition British Columbia Conservatives. Kerry-Lynne Findlay resigned as party leader Sunday following a wave of defections and expulsions from her caucus.
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