In the final stretch of the Canadian election campaign, party leaders are keen on keeping U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats as a key issue. With just 10 days left until election day, Canadians are flocking to the polls early, taking advantage of the long weekend. After a heated English language debate, leaders are back on the campaign trail, with the Liberals striving to maintain their lead in the polls. David Akin delves into how the Liberals are working to make Trump a defining election issue in the midst of intense competition.
A previous claim made by Pierre Poilievre regarding the Bank of Canada’s response to inflation has resurfaced. Poilievre, during his Conservative leadership campaign, vowed to dismiss the Bank’s governor if he were to become prime minister. Mackenzie Gray investigates the renewed scrutiny surrounding this promise and Poilievre’s lack of clear answers on the matter.
As tensions in Ukraine persist, the United States issues a stark warning regarding the peace process. Secretary of State Marco Rubio asserts that the U.S. is prepared to walk away if Russia and Ukraine do not demonstrate a sincere commitment to peace. Redmond Shannon reports on Russia’s continued aggression in the region despite international efforts.
Amidst Good Friday services held at the Vatican, Pope Francis, battling pneumonia, was notably absent from leading today’s mass. The pontiff’s recovery raises uncertainty over his participation in the upcoming Easter Sunday service. Mike Armstrong highlights the global observance of the solemn day and the various ways in which people marked the occasion.
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