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Are Trump’s global tariffs illegal? | About That

Are Trump’s global tariffs illegal? | About That

Has Congress given the U.S. president the power to impose sweeping tariffs through the International Emergency Economic Powers Act? The Supreme Court will make a decision in a ruling that could restrain the Trump administration’s primary economic and foreign policy tool. Andrew Chang breaks down the central arguments for and against President Donald Trump’s use of the statute to impose worldwide tariffs — and explains why the justices don’t seem convinced.

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Could Canada join Eurovision?

Could Canada join Eurovision?

Government job cuts, more defence spending and … getting Canada into Eurovision? The budget promise has Europop fans excited, but CBC’s Abby Hughes explains why sending a Canadian to the campy song competition isn’t an easy feat.

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Mark Carney says former prime minister Stephen Harper asked him to be finance minister
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October 12, 2024

Mark Carney says former prime minister Stephen Harper asked him to be finance minister

Liberal leadership candidate and former Bank of Canada governor Mark…

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Liberals will soon pick the next prime minister. Here's what candidates are promising
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October 12, 2024

Liberals will soon pick the next prime minister. Here’s what candidates are promising

In just under a month, Liberal Party members will choose…

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'Canadians have lost trust in our party,' Liberal leadership hopeful says while taking a swipe at Trudeau
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October 12, 2024

‘Canadians have lost trust in our party,’ Liberal leadership hopeful says while taking a swipe at Trudeau

Liberal leadership contender Karina Gould said Thursday the government she…

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Freeland pitches herself as tested Trump negotiator as protesters disrupt Liberal leadership launch
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October 12, 2024

Freeland pitches herself as tested Trump negotiator as protesters disrupt Liberal leadership launch

Former finance minister Chrystia Freeland laid out her case Sunday…

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Inside Carney's leadership launch: Teleprompter issues, mystery limo and an unexpected supporter
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October 12, 2024

Inside Carney’s leadership launch: Teleprompter issues, mystery limo and an unexpected supporter

Mark Carney’s official campaign launch for Liberal leader included high…

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Chrystia Freeland confirms she is running for Liberal leader
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October 12, 2024

Chrystia Freeland confirms she is running for Liberal leader

Former finance minister and deputy prime minister Chrystia Freeland is entering…

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Mark Carney says it's 'no time for politics as usual' as he launches campaign to replace Trudeau
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October 12, 2024

Mark Carney says it’s ‘no time for politics as usual’ as he launches campaign to replace Trudeau

After months of speculation about his future, former Bank of…

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Mark Carney to launch bid for the Liberal leadership in Edmonton tomorrow
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October 12, 2024

Mark Carney to launch bid for the Liberal leadership in Edmonton tomorrow

Mark Carney will launch his candidacy for the Liberal Party…

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Innovation Minister Champagne, Former B.C. premier Clark not running to replace Trudeau
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October 12, 2024

Innovation Minister Champagne, Former B.C. premier Clark not running to replace Trudeau

The pool of potential candidates to replace Prime Minister Justin…

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