Trump threatens more tariffs on Canada over wildfire smoke drifting to the U.S.

Trump threatens more tariffs on Canada over wildfire smoke drifting to the U.S.

Author: CBC July 18, 2026 Duration: 44:39

As wildfires burn across Canada, displacing residents and threatening public health, the smoke is also making its way over to the U.S. American politicians are demanding that Canada get those fires under control — or face economic retribution. Power & Politics hears from Ontario Minister of Natural Resources Mike Harris on those threats. Plus, U.S. President Donald Trump used a prime time speech to cast doubt on the U.S electoral system and outline a conspiracy ranging from Chinese interference to the deep state. P&P has a reality check on those claims and the Reporter Roundtable weighs in.


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