Doug Ford hints at an early election, citing Trump’s presidency as a reason for a clear mandate to protect Ontario’s interests
Ontario: Premier Doug Ford is thinking about calling an early election. He believes he needs a fresh mandate to tackle challenges posed by Donald Trump’s presidency.
Ford feels that with Trump in office, it’s crucial to have a clear direction for the next four years. He’s been riding high in the polls, and his approval ratings are looking good.
As Trump took office, he hinted at a trade policy that could affect Ontario. Ford is worried about potential tariffs that could hurt jobs in the province.
Initially, Ford warned that tariffs could impact hundreds of thousands of jobs. But now, he seems more determined to push back against any threats to Ontario’s economy.
He’s been vocal about needing a strong mandate to protect Ontarians from any job losses. Ford wants to ensure that Ontario has a strong voice in both Washington and Ottawa.
Interestingly, even though the opposition parties are ready to support a stimulus bill, Ford insists on going to the polls. They argue that an early election would create unnecessary chaos.
Ford’s party is already gearing up for a campaign, appointing candidates and setting up campaign offices. It looks like they’re preparing for a fight, regardless of the political landscape.
With all this going on, it’s clear that Ford is serious about making his case to the voters. He wants to ensure Ontario is ready to face whatever comes next.
