Poilievre beat Prime Minister Mark Carney to the punch, speaking half an hour before Carney was scheduled to send Canadians to the polls
Pierre Poilievre launched his federal election campaign by revisiting his political roots as an "underdog," recalling his first successful election in 2004. Poilievre aims to represent change after a decade of Liberal rule, navigating concerns about U.S. tariffs and President Trump. He seeks to balance respect for the U.S. presidency with strengthening Canada's independence. Liberal Leader Mark Carney accuses Poilievre of adopting Trump-like policies. Poilievre emphasizes his upbringing and introduces his family at campaign events.
