Midterm battlegrounds face economic fallout from US-Canada trade war
The US-Canada trade war is intensifying, with Canada imposing retaliatory tariffs on $20bn of US goods following failed negotiations. This conflict threatens key industries in competitive midterm states like Maine and Michigan, forcing Republican candidates to carefully manage their stance. While consumer price hikes are delayed, businesses face immediate costs, and a 'buy Canadian' movement is reshaping cross-border commerce.