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Carney shifts focus away from Trump ahead of budget

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Taylor, S. (2026, November 5). Carney shifts focus away from Trump ahead of budget. Toronto Star. https://www.thestar.com/rolling-file/carney-shifts-focus-from-trump-ahead-of-budget/article_86ec685e-eca7-4167-96ef-93b7a19f61d2.html

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Prime Minister Mark Carney avoided answering questions about communication with U.S. President Donald Trump during a press session following recent midterm elections. Instead of confirming or denying any conversations, Carney responded by stating twice that Canada is independent in its decisions.

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Prime Minister Mark Carney avoided answering questions about communications with U.S. President Donald Trump during a press conference on November 5, 2026. When reporters asked if he had spoken to Trump, Carney responded by saying in both French and English, "We’re masters of our destiny," indicating that Canada is independent from external influences. This statement came as the focus shifted away from U.S. political matters towards preparing for the upcoming Canadian budget.

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If Prime Minister Mark Carney has communicated with U.S. President Donald Trump since this week’s midterms, he isn’t saying. asserted

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Heading into Question Period, Carney did not respond to questions from reporters about whether he’s spoken to Trump, saying instead in French and then in English, “We’re masters of our destiny. “ asserted

We → head → destiny

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