In Canada, the ruling Liberal Party hadn't led in national polls since February 2021. Now, according to a recent Ipsos survey, they lead the oppositon Conservatives, 38% to 36%.

President Trump on Thursday said he will pause 25% tariffs on U.S. imports from Mexico and Canada that are covered under a 2020 trade agreement, delaying levies imposed on the nations earlier this week.

Mexico President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Wednesday her country will not immediately retaliate against steel and aluminum tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump. The Mexican government will wait until April,