President Trump’s trade war is escalating, with the European Union and Canada imposing retaliatory tariffs on U.S. exports. World leaders are benefiting domestically by opposing Trump’s tactics, such as threatening tariffs and insulting allies. The “rally ’round the flag” effect is boosting approval ratings for leaders like Canada’s Mark Carney and Mexico’s Claudia Sheinbaum who stand up to Trump, while those who back down, like Colombia’s Gustavo Petro, face consequences.
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