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Ottawa Backs Down on Digital Tax Dispute Amid Pressure from Trump White House

Canada has reportedly agreed to delay its planned digital services tax (DST) following pressure from former U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration, according to a recent statement from the White House. The tax, which was originally slated to target tech giants like Amazon, Meta, and Google, had been a major sticking point in U.S.-Canada trade discussions. The White House claimed Canada “caved” to U.S. demands after months of negotiations, with Trump’s team arguing the tax unfairly targeted American firms. The Canadian government, however, framed the delay as a strategic move to preserve economic stability and avoid retaliatory tariffs. Critics within Canada argue that the government’s decision reflects a growing trend of yielding to U.S. economic influence, while others say the delay is pragmatic given ongoing global talks about a coordinated approach to taxing digital revenues. The issue remains contentious, and observers are watching closely to see whether Canada will revive th...
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Poilievre's Leadership Under Scrutiny: Conservative Party Faces Critical Decision

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre may soon face a leadership review, with discussions emerging about the party's direction following the recent federal election. Under party rules, Poilievre is subject to a review at the next Conservative convention, though the exact date remains undecided. 

Despite losing his Ottawa-area seat of Carleton, Poilievre has maintained confidence in his leadership, pointing to the party’s overall gains in votes and seats. However, some within the party have raised concerns about the campaign’s messaging and strategy, fueling speculation about potential challenges to his leadership. 

Poilievre is currently preparing to run in a byelection in Alberta’s Battle River-Crowfoot riding, a move designed to bring him back into the House of Commons. Meanwhile, Conservative MPs are weighing their options, with many publicly supporting Poilievre while others push for a reassessment of the party’s future. 

As the Conservative Party navigates this critical juncture, the leadership review could prove pivotal in shaping its trajectory ahead of the next federal election.

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