Ontario's premier Doug Ford is facing election on Thursday, aiming to secure a strong mandate amid looming US trade tariffs. Critics argue this election call distracts from a criminal investigation regarding Ford's past government actions. Political expert Lydia Miljan suggests the election was in Ford's plans for months, highlighting his party's positive polling and initiatives like $200 rebates to residents. Ford presents a robust opposition to US tariffs while his opponents criticize him for government scandals and healthcare issues.
Doug Ford has called a snap election to obtain a strong mandate to face potential US trade tariffs impacting Ontario's economy, but critics see it as a distraction.
Political science expert Lydia Miljan noted that Ford likely planned the election for months, supported by positive polling and strategic policies aimed at voter attention.
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