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EU chief opens door for Canada to become 'associate member'

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen backed proposals for Canada to become the EU's first associate member, citing closer cooperation on trade, defense, AI, climate, and security. The move follows Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney seeking a unique alliance amid tense US relations and collapsed trade talks. Von der Leyen also proposed a European Security Council including the UK and Ukraine.

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EU Chief Floats Plan to Make Canada First Associate Member

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed making Canada the European Union's first associate member, saying the bloc must urgently rethink its partnerships. She made the remark to Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney during a speech in Strasbourg.

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Carney's new love-in with EU has everything to do with Trump

Canada and the EU are deepening ties as both seek to reduce reliance on the US amid Trump-era trade tensions. The article frames Trump's tariffs and annexation-style rhetoric as the catalyst for a closer Canada-EU alliance. It highlights Canadian counter-tariffs and EU interest in stronger cooperation on trade, energy, minerals, and defense.

Left 2.6

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Two Democrats cross aisle to help tee up final vote on Russia sanctions bill

The House advanced a procedural rule for a Russia sanctions bill that would grant President Trump tariff authority over countries purchasing Russian energy and extend existing Iran sanctions. Two Democrats, Reps. Jared Golden and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, voted with Republicans to move the measure forward despite Democratic objections that it expands presidential tariff powers and may not mandate Russia sanctions.

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Carney says Canada can emerge from Trump's trade war with a stronger and independent economy

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada aims to emerge from its trade war with the United States as a stronger, more independent economy and announced plans to seek private investment in major airports. He criticized a zero-sum approach to international economic relations while saying Canada will wait for the right conditions for a deal.

Left 2.4

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Sally Field makes subtle jab at US-Canada trade war during Emmys speech

At the 2026 Emmys, Sally Field thanked Canada during her acceptance speech, a subtle reference to U.S.-Canada trade tensions. The article contextualizes the remark with the ongoing trade war, Trump's tariff actions, and other examples of celebrities making political statements at awards shows.

Left 1.3

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Watch live: Bessent faces House questions on economy

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is scheduled to testify before the House Financial Services Committee on the state of the U.S. financial system. The hearing is expected to address tariffs, deficits, affordability, energy prices, and the conflict with Iran.

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Geopolitics and grain don't mix, say these Montana farmers

Montana farmers describe being hurt by Canadian retaliatory tariffs and uncertainty from the Trump administration's trade war, including higher equipment costs and disrupted cross-border agricultural trade. Some are adapting with new crops and equipment, while farmers and officials express frustration that food and farming are being used as bargaining chips.

Left 2.6

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Trump’s tariffs on Canada could cost him several red states

An opinion contributor argues that Trump's tariffs on Canada and Canada's retaliatory tariffs are harming red states and could cost Republicans key midterm elections. It cites trade data, focus groups, and polls showing Democratic candidates leading in several Senate races to suggest voter anger over affordability will hurt the GOP.

Left 3.0

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House Democrats face divisions on Russian sanctions bill

House Democratic leaders oppose a Russia sanctions bill that would give the Trump administration broader tariff authority, but some Democratic members are undecided or supportive. Republicans need Democratic votes to pass the measure, which already cleared the Senate and is backed by the White House.

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Weak Domestic Demand Continues to Weigh on Chinese Economic Activity

China's investment slump and consumer spending remained under pressure from weak domestic demand in August, even as industrial production rose 5.2% on resilient exports. Fixed asset investment fell 7.2% in the January-to-August period, and retail sales rose just 0.4%.

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