“Violent crime is up actually 57 per cent, shootings are up, firearm-related offences are up 100 per cent, extortion is up 300 per cent.”

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On the recordAugust 13, 2026
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre criticized Carney, saying he has already “backed down” to many of Trump’s demands.
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Pierre Poilievre
Conservative Party of Canada
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Criticizing Prime Minister Carney's concessions to Trump.

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