Trump throws a tariff grenade into the election campaign

Update: 2025-03-28

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At Issue this week: Federal campaigns are forced to pivot as U.S. President Donald Trump drops new tariff threats. Party leaders defend their political vulnerabilities. And a number of Liberals change their minds about not running again. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.

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Trump throws a tariff grenade into the election campaign

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Trump throws a tariff grenade into the election campaign

Trump throws a tariff grenade into the election campaign