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A Trump insider on the president’s trade tacticsAs Canada’s trade war with the U.S. shows no signs of cooling off, we’re joined by a trade expert who was in the White House during Donald Trump’s first term. We hear about the president’s preferred negotiating tactics, and what he looks for in a deal.The West Block6 hours
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What is Trump trying to achieve in Venezuela?U.S. President Donald Trump is ramping up pressure on Venezuela by authorizing the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) to conduct covert operations inside the country. Jackson Proskow looks at what Trump is trying to achieve in Venezuela, what it could mean down the road, and what’s still unclear.Global NationalOct 16
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Hamas signals openness to Trump’s plan, will Israel follow through?Israel has reportedly halted its offensive to capture Gaza City a day after Hamas issued a surprisingly positive response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s peace plan. Trump said Israel has agreed to an initial withdrawal from Gaza and is waiting for a response from Hamas. However, skepticism remains as deaths continue to mount in Gaza...Oct 4
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N.Y. Attorney General Letitia James indicted for fraud on Trump’s demandNew York Attorney General Letitia James has been indicted on allegations of bank fraud. The indictment came after President Donald Trump demanded it. James has denied any wrongdoing and said Trump has weaponized the justice system. Candice Cole has the details.U.S. NewsOct 10
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How Trump’s pressure on Israel, Hamas led to Gaza peace deal breakthroughWhile international pressure was mounting on Israel and Hamas to find a way to end the war in Gaza, it was ultimately U.S. President Donald Trump’s influence that led to the breakthrough. Jackson Proskow looks at how Trump pushed both sides to an agreement, and the questions about whether long-term peace can be achieved.Global NationalOct 9
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Israel-Gaza peace deal: Will Trump’s plan mean lasting peace in the Middle East?Israel and Hamas have agreed to the first phase of U.S. President Donald Trump’s plan for Gaza, a ceasefire and hostage deal that could be a first step toward ending the costly conflict that has roiled the Middle East.The Ben Mulroney ShowOct 14
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Trump hosts Zelenskyy after call with PutinMaria Popova, Associate Professor of Political Science at McGill University joins Global’s Nivrita Ganguly to discuss what Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s recent visit to the White House means for the ongoing war in Ukraine.WorldOct 18
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How will Canada respond to Trump’s new lumber, cabinet and furniture tariffs?U.S. President Donald Trump is escalating his trade war with Canada by slapping a 10 per cent tariff on lumber imports and 25 per cent duties on cabinets and furniture. Mackenzie Gray explains how Trump’s tariffs are affecting businesses on both sides of the border, and how Prime Minister Mark Carney is staying tight-lipped about...Global NationalOct 1
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Illinois governor J.B. Pritzker files lawsuit to block Trump’s National Guard deploymentA judge is set to rule on a lawsuit filed by the state of Illinois and the city of Chicago seeking to prevent the National Guard from being deployed by the federal government over their objections. Speaking to reporters on Thursday, Illinois governor J.B. Pritzker said the lawsuit is important to establish the “constitutional limits...Global NationalOct 9
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Trump’s National Guard deployment plan sparks violent protests across U.S.Protests erupted across the U.S. on Sunday against President Donald Trump’s plans to send troops from the National Guard to a growing list of American cities. The White House says the move is needed to crack down on crime and illegal immigration. As Candice Cole reports, the tensions have turned violent.U.S. NewsOct 5
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Tepid reaction as Trump-Putin meeting in Hungary announcedNews of a second meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin drew tepid reaction from residents in both countries on Friday. Trump announced that he would meet the Russian president in Hungary in the coming weeks, following a hours-long phone call between the two leaders on Thursday, which he said was...WorldOct 17
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Trump says Hamas will disarm or ‘we will disarm them’President Donald Trump said on Tuesday, after the U.S. helped broker a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, that if Hamas doesn’t disarm, “we will disarm them. And it will happen quickly and perhaps violently.”Oct 14
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Trump’s 51st state comments have strengthened Canadian pride, poll showsWhile U.S.-Canada trade negotiations continue, a new Ipsos poll has found that Canadian attitudes toward U.S. annexation have solidified against the idea of becoming the 51st state, with support dropping sharply as Canadians increasingly view the proposal as rhetoric.CanadaOct 3
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Trump suggests Herzog pardon Netanyahu in corruption trialDuring a visit to the Knesset on Monday to speak about the developing Israel-Hamas peace deal, U.S. President Donald Trump suggested that Israeli President Isaac Herzog pardon Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for his ongoing corruption trial. Netanyahu was indicted in 2019 in three cases, including one involving allegations of bribery from businessmen offering cash, champagne,...PoliticsOct 13
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A closer look at Trump’s ‘war’ on dissent, drug cartelsAs the U.S. President escalates his claims of America being at “war” both on home soil and in international waters, what does this mean legally? The show spoke with Professor Geoffrey Corn, former Judge Advocate General officer and U.S. Army’s senior adviser for law-of-war issues. “Once you cross that threshold into armed conflict,” Professor Corn...The West BlockOct 5
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Takeaways from Carney’s meeting with Trump at White HouseThere appears to be renewed optimism for a Canada-U.S. trade deal after Prime Minister Mark Carney’s cordial Oval Office meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump. Jackson Proskow explains the takeaways from the Carney-Trump meeting and what its friendly tone may signal.Global NationalOct 7
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Carney and Trump to meet for second time in WashingtonPrime Minister Mark Carney is preparing to travel to the White House to meet with Donald Trump. Mount Royal University Political Scientist, Lori Williams discusses the pressure the PM is under to negotiate a trade win with the U.S. President.Global BCOct 4
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Autism advocates worry about stigma after Trump’s commentsAdvocates in the Autism community are worried about growing stigma. The renewed fears are front and centre in light of President Donald Trump’s remarks this week. Health reporter Katherine Ward has reaction from families and doctors.HealthSep 24
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Trump interrupted by pro-Palestinian lawmaker during Knesset speechDuring a speech at the Knesset about peace in the Middle East on Monday, U.S. President Donald Trump was interrupted by a left-wing, pro-Palestinian lawmaker protesting for the recognition of Palestinian statehood. “That was very efficient,” Trump joked to Israeli officials after Ayman Odeh was dragged out of the unicameral legislature of Israel.PoliticsOct 13
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‘No Kings’ protests aimed at Trump call for end to authoritarian ruleMillions of people across the U.S. and cities around the world took part in a new round of ‘No Kings’ protests this weekend. The mass movement, spanning more than 2,500 demonstrations, drew massive crowds. Demonstrators are calling for an end to what they describe as authoritarian rule, accusing U.S. President Donald Trump of abusing his...PoliticsOct 18