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Washington ExaminerSep 16, 2026Sig. 4AnalysisTrade Law Politics

Inside Scoop: No poverty for SPLC, US-Canada trade war, meanwhile in Mexico…

This episode recap discusses US-Canada trade tensions, with the guest blaming both Trump and Carney while warning tariffs disrupt a productive relationship and could affect midterm elections. It also promotes a segment critical of the Southern Poverty Law Center, saying it shifted left and expanded its hate map to include conservative groups, amid federal allegations. A final segment notes Trump's focus on Mexico and warns cartels benefit if the relationship deteriorates.

BBC NewsSep 15, 2026Sig. 7AnalysisTrade Foreign Politics

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.

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PBS NewsHourSep 15, 2026Sig. 6NewsEconomy Trade Foreign

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.

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Washington ExaminerSep 15, 2026Sig. 3NewsCulture Media Trade

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.

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The HillSep 15, 2026Sig. 6OpinionForeign Politics Trade

Armenia is turning westward — the West should take it seriously

An opinion contributor argues that Armenia is shifting toward the West through a prospective EU application and a U.S.-brokered transit project, while Russia applies economic pressure. The piece frames Western engagement as necessary to secure Armenia's sovereignty and reduce dependence on Moscow and Tehran.

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Wall Street JournalSep 15, 2026Sig. 6NewsEconomy Politics Trade

Canada Looks to Lure Investment With Expensing Change That Promises to Give Country a Tax Edge

Canada plans to introduce immediate expensing for most new business assets, aiming to lower effective tax rates and spur investment. Prime Minister Mark Carney says the change would make Canada the most tax-competitive advanced economy for new investment amid tougher trade conditions and U.S. tariffs.

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Washington ExaminerSep 15, 2026Sig. 7OpinionForeign Trade Economy

Trump’s ultimatum for BRICS: Pick the US market or stay in bed with autocrats

This op-ed argues that President Trump is right to use steep tariffs and access to the U.S. market as leverage against BRICS, which it portrays as an anti-American bloc aligned with Iran and Russia. It dismisses economists' warnings that aggressive pressure could backfire and frames foreign policy as a test of strength and alignment.

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Washington ExaminerSep 15, 2026Sig. 8OpinionTrade Economy Technology

Trump’s well-intentioned semiconductor tariff is a $1.6 trillion self-inflicted wound

The op-ed argues that Trump's semiconductor tariffs, though well-intentioned, will impose a $1.6 trillion economic cost and amount to a self-inflicted wound. It presents the policy as a major free-market failure despite its protective aims.

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Washington ExaminerSep 15, 2026Sig. 6OpinionForeign Economy Trade

Eleven nations, zero trust: The great BRICS delusion

The article argues that BRICS, despite its expanded membership and economic weight, lacks the institutions, unity, and domestic consumer base needed to rival the G7. It outlines three structural weaknesses: weak rule-of-law institutions, internal divisions, and dependence on Western consumers, concluding that BRICS is more a loud tent than a fortress.

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NPRSep 15, 2026Sig. 6NewsEconomy Trade Politics

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.

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The HillSep 15, 2026Sig. 6OpinionTrade Elections Economy

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.

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Washington ExaminerSep 15, 2026Sig. 6OpinionTrade Foreign Economy

Trump is making Canada worth courting — and China has noticed

The article argues that Trump's tariffs are pushing Canada to deepen trade ties with China and India, undermining U.S. economic leverage. It contends Washington has itself to blame and that Canada is acting rationally to reduce dependence on a single trade partner.

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