Mark Carney Declares Victory: Vows to Defend Canada from Trump’s Threats

Mark Carney, Canada’s newly elected Prime Minister, has declared a defiant victory, pledging that the country will “never” yield to mounting threats from U.S. President Donald Trump. In a powerful victory speech early Tuesday, Carney condemned Trump’s aggressive trade measures and rhetoric, framing the election as a turning point for Canadian sovereignty.

Carney’s Liberal Party secured 169 seats in the federal election—just shy of the 172 required for a majority—ushering in a fourth consecutive term, but this time with a minority government. Despite the narrow margin, the win marked a dramatic political comeback fuelled by a surge in anti-Trump sentiment across the nation.

Throughout the campaign, Carney positioned himself as a centrist and crisis-tested professional who could navigate Canada through economic uncertainty and geopolitical tension. He capitalized on growing public frustration over Trump’s punitive tariffs on Canadian goods, including steel, cars, and pharmaceuticals, and warnings of U.S. intentions to weaken Canadian autonomy. “America wants our land, our resources, our water, our country,” Carney warned, asserting that Canada must rely on itself and its allies to thrive.

Trump’s return to the White House had initially bolstered Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre’s chances, with polls once showing a 20-point lead over the Liberals. However, voter backlash to Trump's threats helped reverse that momentum. In a stunning loss, Poilievre not only conceded defeat but also lost his long-held Carleton seat to Liberal challenger Bruce Fanjoy.

Carney’s diplomatic experience and economic credentials, including his leadership roles at the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England, resonated with voters concerned about the country’s future. He has vowed to reduce dependence on the U.S. by rebuilding Canada’s manufacturing base, expanding clean energy infrastructure, and forging stronger ties with allies in Europe and beyond.

Despite tensions, Trump congratulated Carney in a call, and the two agreed to meet soon. Carney emphasized that any future negotiations with the U.S. would be based on mutual respect between two sovereign nations.

In a shifting global landscape, Carney’s win is being seen as a rallying cry for Canadian resilience and independence.