Rob Gillies
@rgillies.bsky.social
Chief of Bureau for The Associated Press in Canada.
“Once he actually starts having to administer the country, the Trump problem, the American problem, is just inconceivable,” historian Robert Bothwell said. “It’s like being handed a sack full of rabid beavers.” apnews.com/article/cana...
Trump's trade war and annexation threats have upended Canada's election
U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war and annexation threats have upended Canada’s election and dramatically improved the fortunes of the Liberal Party, which could win a fourth consecutive term in ...
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April 24, 2025 at 1:48 PM
“Once he actually starts having to administer the country, the Trump problem, the American problem, is just inconceivable,” historian Robert Bothwell said. “It’s like being handed a sack full of rabid beavers.” apnews.com/article/cana...
“If you are into two-party competition for the foreseeable future, then you have to be much closer to the center of the political spectrum than the Conservatives have been,” said Ian Brodie, ex-chief of staff to Harper, noting a new leader might be needed. apnews.com/article/cana...
Trump's trade war and annexation threats have upended Canada's election
U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war and annexation threats have upended Canada’s election and dramatically improved the fortunes of the Liberal Party, which could win a fourth consecutive term in ...
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April 24, 2025 at 1:42 PM
“If you are into two-party competition for the foreseeable future, then you have to be much closer to the center of the political spectrum than the Conservatives have been,” said Ian Brodie, ex-chief of staff to Harper, noting a new leader might be needed. apnews.com/article/cana...
“At least 40% of the electorate is just petrified about the continued existence of the country,” said Ian Brodie, Harper’s ex chief of staff. “It is a once-in-a-lifetime lineup of forces that works against everything Pierre been doing since he got himself into politics.” apnews.com/article/cana...
Trump's trade war and annexation threats have upended Canada's election
U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war and annexation threats have upended Canada’s election and dramatically improved the fortunes of the Liberal Party, which could win a fourth consecutive term in ...
apnews.com
April 24, 2025 at 1:40 PM
“At least 40% of the electorate is just petrified about the continued existence of the country,” said Ian Brodie, Harper’s ex chief of staff. “It is a once-in-a-lifetime lineup of forces that works against everything Pierre been doing since he got himself into politics.” apnews.com/article/cana...
TORONTO (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war and annexation threats have upended Canada’s election and improved the fortunes of the Liberal Party, which could win a fourth consecutive term in power next week. apnews.com/article/cana...
Trump's trade war and annexation threats have upended Canada's election
U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war and annexation threats have upended Canada’s election and dramatically improved the fortunes of the Liberal Party, which could win a fourth consecutive term in ...
apnews.com
April 24, 2025 at 1:38 PM
TORONTO (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war and annexation threats have upended Canada’s election and improved the fortunes of the Liberal Party, which could win a fourth consecutive term in power next week. apnews.com/article/cana...
Days before Canada's election, Trump insists that Canada needs the US more than the US needs it apnews.com/article/auto...
Days before Canada's election, Trump insists that Canada needs the US more than the US needs it
President Donald Trump says Canada would “cease to exist” if it weren’t for the United States. Wednesday's comments came just days before Canadians are set to vote in an election dominated by Trump’s ...
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April 23, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Days before Canada's election, Trump insists that Canada needs the US more than the US needs it apnews.com/article/auto...
Former U.S. Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson called it “extraordinary” that a country would choose a foreigner to head its central bank, and that it’s a mark of how admired Carney is.
“He is calm and cool in a crisis,” Paulson said. apnews.com/article/mark...
“He is calm and cool in a crisis,” Paulson said. apnews.com/article/mark...
Trump's tough talk might help Liberal Mark Carney win a full term as Canada's prime minister
The former central banker appeared destined to become one of Canada’s shortest-serving prime ministers until Donald Trump picked a fight with the U.S.’s northern neighbor.
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April 22, 2025 at 12:11 AM
Former U.S. Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson called it “extraordinary” that a country would choose a foreigner to head its central bank, and that it’s a mark of how admired Carney is.
“He is calm and cool in a crisis,” Paulson said. apnews.com/article/mark...
“He is calm and cool in a crisis,” Paulson said. apnews.com/article/mark...
“The Trumpy hectoring of people, the slogans, the big rallies — like it all just seems like so Trump,” Kory Teneycke said.
“His style and his approach to politics certainly channel a lot of Trump. It’s like a cheap karaoke version of Trump." apnews.com/article/cana...
“His style and his approach to politics certainly channel a lot of Trump. It’s like a cheap karaoke version of Trump." apnews.com/article/cana...
Conservative Poilievre seemed poised to be Canada's next leader. Then Trump declared economic war
Until a few months ago, Pierre Poilievre was seen as a shoo-in to become Canada’s next prime minister and shepherd his Conservative Party back into power for the first time in a decade.
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April 22, 2025 at 12:05 AM
“The Trumpy hectoring of people, the slogans, the big rallies — like it all just seems like so Trump,” Kory Teneycke said.
“His style and his approach to politics certainly channel a lot of Trump. It’s like a cheap karaoke version of Trump." apnews.com/article/cana...
“His style and his approach to politics certainly channel a lot of Trump. It’s like a cheap karaoke version of Trump." apnews.com/article/cana...
AP wins reinstatement to White House events after judge rules government can’t bar its journalists apnews.com/article/trum...
AP wins reinstatement to White House events after judge rules government can’t bar its journalists
A federal judge has ordered the White House to restore The Associated Press’ full access to cover presidential events.
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April 8, 2025 at 9:36 PM
AP wins reinstatement to White House events after judge rules government can’t bar its journalists apnews.com/article/trum...
WASHINGTON (AP) — AP wins reinstatement to White House events after judge rules government can’t bar its journalists, citing 1st Amendment.
April 8, 2025 at 9:28 PM
WASHINGTON (AP) — AP wins reinstatement to White House events after judge rules government can’t bar its journalists, citing 1st Amendment.
NEW YORK (AP) — S&P 500 drops 6% and Dow plunges 2,200 to close the worst week since 2020 after China retaliates against Trump's tariffs.
April 4, 2025 at 8:06 PM
NEW YORK (AP) — S&P 500 drops 6% and Dow plunges 2,200 to close the worst week since 2020 after China retaliates against Trump's tariffs.
NEW YORK (AP) — Dow drops 1,680 in its biggest wipeout since 2020 as fears of fallout from tariffs shake markets and S&P 500 sinks 4.8%.
April 3, 2025 at 8:28 PM
NEW YORK (AP) — Dow drops 1,680 in its biggest wipeout since 2020 as fears of fallout from tariffs shake markets and S&P 500 sinks 4.8%.
NEW YORK (AP) — Dow drops 1,150 points as US stocks see the biggest declines in a global sell-off following Trump's latest tariff volley.
April 3, 2025 at 1:39 PM
NEW YORK (AP) — Dow drops 1,150 points as US stocks see the biggest declines in a global sell-off following Trump's latest tariff volley.
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate passed a resolution Wednesday night that would thwart President Donald Trump’s ability to impose tariffs on Canada, delivering him a rare rebuke just hours after the president unveiled sweeping plans to clamp down on international trade.
April 2, 2025 at 11:57 PM
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate passed a resolution Wednesday night that would thwart President Donald Trump’s ability to impose tariffs on Canada, delivering him a rare rebuke just hours after the president unveiled sweeping plans to clamp down on international trade.
WASHINGTON (AP) — White House says Trump tariffs won’t add onto existing taxes on imports of steel, aluminum and autos.
April 2, 2025 at 9:41 PM
WASHINGTON (AP) — White House says Trump tariffs won’t add onto existing taxes on imports of steel, aluminum and autos.
WASHINGTON (AP) — White House says existing tariffs on trade from Canada and Mexico are unchanged by new Trump order.
April 2, 2025 at 9:41 PM
WASHINGTON (AP) — White House says existing tariffs on trade from Canada and Mexico are unchanged by new Trump order.
Some Americans are still appreciative of what Canadians in Gander, Newfoundland did for stranded Americans after 9/11 …
March 30, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Some Americans are still appreciative of what Canadians in Gander, Newfoundland did for stranded Americans after 9/11 …
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Control tower at Myanmar's Naypyitaw International Airport collapsed in earthquake, satellite photos analyzed by AP show.
March 29, 2025 at 2:22 PM
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Control tower at Myanmar's Naypyitaw International Airport collapsed in earthquake, satellite photos analyzed by AP show.
“For anyone who thinks the Associated Press’s lawsuit against President Trump’s White House is about the name of a body of water, think bigger,” Julie Pace, the AP’s executive editor. “It’s really about whether the government can control what you say.” apnews.com/article/ap-t...
The AP and the Trump administration are due back in court in their fight over White House access
The Associated Press and Trump administration are due back in court in their fight over access to presidential events.
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March 27, 2025 at 1:19 AM
“For anyone who thinks the Associated Press’s lawsuit against President Trump’s White House is about the name of a body of water, think bigger,” Julie Pace, the AP’s executive editor. “It’s really about whether the government can control what you say.” apnews.com/article/ap-t...
New Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney seeks alliances in Europe as he deals with Trump apnews.com/article/carn...
New Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney seeks alliances in Europe as he deals with Trump
New Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is heading to Paris and London to seek alliances as he deals U.S.
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March 16, 2025 at 11:15 PM
New Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney seeks alliances in Europe as he deals with Trump apnews.com/article/carn...
New Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney seeks alliances in Europe as he deals with Trump apnews.com/article/carn...
New Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney seeks alliances in Europe as he deals with Trump
New Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is heading to Paris and London to seek alliances as he deals U.S.
apnews.com
March 16, 2025 at 2:09 PM
New Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney seeks alliances in Europe as he deals with Trump apnews.com/article/carn...
“This is Wayne Gretzky — the best-known and best-regarded Canadian in my life time. Since the early 80’s this guy has been Canadian like a beaver and maple syrup,” Teneycke said. “He’s absolutely iconic, and he would be booed if he took center ice at any NHL game apnews.com/article/trum...
Donald Trump is reviving the fortunes of governments and leaders that talk tough against him
Canada’s governing Liberal Party appeared poised for a historic election defeat this year. Then Donald Trump declared economic war and threatened to annex the entire country.
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March 10, 2025 at 11:12 PM
“This is Wayne Gretzky — the best-known and best-regarded Canadian in my life time. Since the early 80’s this guy has been Canadian like a beaver and maple syrup,” Teneycke said. “He’s absolutely iconic, and he would be booed if he took center ice at any NHL game apnews.com/article/trum...
“Trump is like a flaming freight train that is igniting everything in its path,” Kory Teneycke said. “It’s not just a big thing. It’s almost the only thing that is moving the electorate right now.”https://apnews.com/article/trump-world-leaders-popularity-5a753bea79dc8169ad0a92e37ed6d665
Donald Trump is reviving the fortunes of governments and leaders that talk tough against him
Canada’s governing Liberal Party appeared poised for a historic election defeat this year. Then Donald Trump declared economic war and threatened to annex the entire country.
apnews.com
March 10, 2025 at 11:11 PM
“Trump is like a flaming freight train that is igniting everything in its path,” Kory Teneycke said. “It’s not just a big thing. It’s almost the only thing that is moving the electorate right now.”https://apnews.com/article/trump-world-leaders-popularity-5a753bea79dc8169ad0a92e37ed6d665
Canada’s governing Liberal Party appeared poised for a historic election defeat this year. Then Trump declared economic war and threatened to annex the entire country as a 51st state. Now the Canadian Liberals and their new prime minister could come out on top.
apnews.com/article/trum...
apnews.com/article/trum...
Donald Trump is reviving the fortunes of governments and leaders that talk tough against him
Canada’s governing Liberal Party appeared poised for a historic election defeat this year. Then Donald Trump declared economic war and threatened to annex the entire country.
apnews.com
March 10, 2025 at 11:07 PM
Canada’s governing Liberal Party appeared poised for a historic election defeat this year. Then Trump declared economic war and threatened to annex the entire country as a 51st state. Now the Canadian Liberals and their new prime minister could come out on top.
apnews.com/article/trum...
apnews.com/article/trum...
The surge in Canadian nationalism has bolstered the Liberal Party’s chances in Parliamentary elections that are expected within days or weeks, and Liberal showings have been improving steadily in opinion polls.
Canada to name a new leader while dealing with Trump trade war
Former central banker Mark Carney looks set to become Canada’s next prime minister after the governing Liberals announce a replacement for Justin Trudeau on Sunday. U.S.
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March 7, 2025 at 11:32 PM
The surge in Canadian nationalism has bolstered the Liberal Party’s chances in Parliamentary elections that are expected within days or weeks, and Liberal showings have been improving steadily in opinion polls.
NEW YORK (AP) — US stocks drop again as companies warn that Trump tariffs likely mean higher prices for consumers, lower sales.
March 4, 2025 at 2:56 PM
NEW YORK (AP) — US stocks drop again as companies warn that Trump tariffs likely mean higher prices for consumers, lower sales.