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ChaptersIntro - 0:00If Global Tariffs are removed - 2:15Trump Reinstates Global Tariffs - 10:40

While Ottawa remains in the dark, MP Jamil Jivani just returned from Washington with a direct update from the US.

Recorded Wednesday, February 11, 2026In this conversation, U.S. Ambassador Pete Hoekstra discusses the complexities of U.S.-Canada relations, focusing on trade negotiations, political dynamics, and the differing approaches of both countries. He highlights the importance of understanding each other's political systems and communication styles, the ongoing bridge controversy, and the role of Mexico in trade discussions. The ambassador emphasizes the potential for economic cooperation and the need for both nations to work together to address challenges and seize opportunities.

Witnesses from CSIS and the SITE Task Force testified on foreign interference, the debate over 'naming names' reached a boiling point. Watch the exact moment the Committee confronted the refusal to release the identities of those involved in meddling. We're breaking down the testimony, the procedural roadblocks, and what this means for the integrity of our next election. Is transparency still the priority in Ottawa? Let's look at the facts.

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Trump just dropped a BOMB on the Canada-US relationship!

Mark Carney just doubled down on a plan that most Canadians literally cannot afford. While Ottawa claims the new "Groceries and Essentials Benefit" is a win, the reality is a massive shift in our economy that could push middle-class families over the edge.From the $2.3B EV rebate gamble to the "Carney Doctrine" shifting trade away from the US, we are entering a period of economic rupture. Is this a lifeline for Canadians, or a desperate move that will lead to more debt and higher costs? We're breaking down the fine print Carney doesn't want you to see. Join the live chat now—let's talk about what this means for YOUR wallet.

A controversial video from the Trump administration, featuring images of Barack Obama and Michelle Obama, has sparked significant social media discussion and heated debate.

While Ottawa scrambles to handle the new US tariffs, Pierre Poilievre just did the unthinkable. He's bypassed the usual Liberal talking points and gone straight for a 'Canada First' trade play that has Mark Carney's team in a tailspin. Is this the leadership Canada needs to survive the Trump era, or is it a dangerous gamble? We're breaking down the BOLD move the media isn't telling you about.

While you're worried about 100% tariffs and the price of gas, the media elite spent the last 24 hours at award ceremonies patting themselves on the back. But what they just admitted on stage reveals a systemic rot that goes deeper than we thought. From the total fracture of the Conservative Party in Calgary to the celebrities openly attacking our trade partners, Canada is being led into a trap. Today, we're looking at the 'Gross' reality of the establishment's new plan.

The Davos "tough guy" act may have crumbled. After spending a week telling the world that America's "old order" is dead, Prime Minister Mark Carney was reportedly forced into an urgent, desperate phone call with Donald Trump. Why the sudden panic?

Mark Carney just made the most dangerous move of his career. After Donald Trump threatened a 100% Tariff on ALL Canadian goods, Carney didn't de-escalate—he walked away. Is this a diplomatic failure, or is Carney sabotaging the Canada-US relationship to protect his Davos "Strategic Partnership" with China?Today we're breaking down the leaked details of the Quebec City blow-up, and Trump's "Governor" insult on Truth Social.Watch this LIVE to see: