Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s office denies claims she urged U.S. interference in Canada’s federal election. Smith, while lobbying against U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods, told Breitbart News she hoped for a pause on tariffs until after the election, suggesting a Conservative government under Pierre Poilievre would better manage trade relations with the U.S. Smith maintains her comments were about trade policy and her preference for a Conservative government, not an attempt at influencing the election’s outcome. Both Poilievre and Liberal leader Mark Carney have commented on the situation, framing it as a matter for Canadian voters to decide.
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Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s March interview with Breitbart sparked controversy after she revealed requesting a pause on U.S. tariffs until after Canada’s federal election, believing they benefit the Liberals. Smith argued these tariffs hinder Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre’s electoral chances and that Poilievre’s approach aligns with the current American direction. Critics, including political analysts, contend Smith’s actions harm Poilievre’s appeal to moderate voters, while the Liberals are already using her comments against the Conservatives. Poilievre himself has attempted to distance himself from President Trump and the Republicans, further highlighting the political implications of Smith’s actions.
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Alberta Premier Danielle Smith faces criticism for statements made in a March Breitbart interview. Smith allegedly revealed attempts to influence the Trump administration to delay tariffs impacting Canada until after the federal election, ostensibly to aid Pierre Poilievre’s campaign. This action is raising concerns about potential impropriety and interference in Canadian electoral processes. The comments have sparked widespread debate regarding the appropriateness of a provincial premier’s involvement in federal politics.
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