Ford government enjoys polling bump after latest U.S.-Canada trade war twist
The new study by Liaison Strategies was conducted in the days after Donald Trump slapped 50 per cent tariffs on billions of dollars of Canadian products after talks collapsed.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford is experiencing a significant boost in public support following the most recent escalation in the U.S.-Canada trade conflict, according to a new poll. The Progressive Conservatives are currently leading, with 39% of respondents backing them, while 35% support the Liberal Party. The Opposition New Democratic Party (NDP) holds 20% support, with 5% opting for the Green Party or another alternative.
This turnaround for Ford’s party comes after a series of controversies, including the government's purchase of a private jet for the premier, stricter transparency laws, and a spending scandal. David Valentin, a principal at Liaison Strategies, the polling organization, noted that the Progressive Conservatives have gained six points since last month, attributing the improvement to the recent U.S. tariffs imposed on Canadian products.
Ford's recent verbal attacks on President Donald Trump, such as calling him a "loser" and the "king of bankruptcies," have also contributed to the surge in support. However, while the PCs have reclaimed the lead, Valentin emphasized that Ford is still in a less favorable political position compared to last month, and the party is not yet in a fully healthy state.
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