In Canada-US politics news today, what was revealed in Trump’s longest tirade yet (1 hour, 47 mins) during the State of the Union address last night? As per usual, Trump’s speech was riddled with lies about the US economy, gasoline prices, inflation, immigration tariffs and so much more. Let’s fact-check the highlights together.

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This politics news update was recorded on February 25, 2026.

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Fact-checking Trump’s longest ever State of the Union

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cgmlzg0p8k2o

Fact check: Trump makes false claims about the economy, elections and crime in State of the Union

https://edition.cnn.com/2026/02/24/politics/fact-check-state-of-the-union

In breaking news today, what’s happening on the USS Gerald Ford navy warship? Let’s talk about this wild setback in Trump’s grand distraction plans for Iran and related US politics news updates.

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This politics news update was recorded on February 24, 2026.

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Miserable sailors moan about backed-up toilets aboard US warship as deployment is extended amid mounting Iran tensions

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-15580349/US-navy-warship-sailors-toilets-iran-trump.html

7 Experts on the Risk of a Wider War with Iran

https://www.politico.com/news/magazine/2026/02/24/iran-us-strikes-expert-forum-roundup-00794832

Joint Chiefs Chairman Flags Iran Attack Challenges

https://www.chosun.com/english/world-en/2026/02/24/4PBADIOHTJB6LFNSH5FFQGTQNU/

Trump warns Iran ‘time is running out’ for nuclear deal as US military builds up in Gulf

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cly5pd459gko

In Canadian politics news, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith begged the Canadian government to send her province more immigrants. Now, she is blaming them for Alberta’s problems. Conflicting data reveals her true Separatist political motivations. Let’s talk about it!

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This politics news update was recorded on February 24, 2026.

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Premier Smith Letter to Prime Minister Trudeau

https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/Premier%20Smith%20Letter%20to%20Prime%20Minister%20Trudeau.pdf

Ipsos poll suggests Canada more united than in 2019, despite Alberta tensions

https://globalnews.ca/news/11677506/canada-more-united-than-2019-ipsos-poll/

In this Canadian politics news update, we break down the latest US-Canada trade news as Prime Minister Mark Carney takes a firm stance against escalating Trump tariffs. Now, the European Union is following Canada’s lead, signaling a coordinated pushback against Donald Trump’s aggressive trade strategy. What does this mean for Canada, the United States, and global markets? Let’s talk about the shifting power dynamics shaping today’s trade landscape.

Tune into Episode 378 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for daily politics news updates.

This politics news update was recorded on February 23, 2026.

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EU Freezes US Trade Deal on Tariff Uncertainty

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2026-02-23/eu-freezes-us-trade-deal-on-tariff-uncertainty

EU Parliament puts US trade deal on ice after latest Trump tariff hit

https://www.politico.eu/article/eu-parliament-puts-us-trade-deal-ice-after-latest-donald-trump-tariff-hit/

An EU strategy in the wake of the United States Supreme Court tariffs ruling

https://www.bruegel.org/first-glance/eu-strategy-wake-united-states-supreme-court-tariffs-ruling

In a breaking news update, the United States Supreme Court has ruled that Trump’s tariffs against Canada and the rest of the world are unlawful. What does this mean, and what happens now in US-Canada relations and Trump tariff news? Let’s talk about it!

Tune into Episode 377 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for daily politics news updates.

This politics news update was recorded on February 20, 2026.

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Federal deficits and debt will worsen over next decade, Congressional Budget Office finds

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/federal-deficits-and-debt-will-worsen-over-next-decade-congressional-budget-office-finds

Trump’s tariffs on Canada, world are unlawful, U.S. Supreme Court rules

https://globalnews.ca/news/11675702/donald-trump-tariffs-us-supreme-court-ruling/

In today’s Canadian politics news update, Prime Minister Mark Carney’s recent $6.6 billion military defense spending announcement and Defense Industrial Strategy has been called the greatest investment in Canada’s military since WWII, and also a “word salad full of cliches”. Let’s unpack the details of this historic legislation in Canadian politics, including how it’s designed to create 125,000 jobs for Canadians and the creation of the Defense Investment Agency.

Tune into Episode 376 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for daily politics news updates.

This politics news update was recorded on February 19, 2026.

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Carney unveils ‘Buy Canadian’ defence plan, says security can’t be a ‘hostage’

https://globalnews.ca/news/11670421/carney-defence-industrial-strategy/

Defence Investment Agency

https://www.canada.ca/en/defence-investment-agency/corporate/leadership.html

Prime Minister Carney launches Canada’s first Defence Industrial Strategy to strengthen security, create prosperity, and reinforce strategic autonomy

https://www.pm.gc.ca/en/news/news-releases/2026/02/17/prime-minister-carney-launches-canadas-first-defence-industrial

In today’s Canadian politics news update, Prime Minister Mark Carney’s strategic trade partnerships have defied all economic expectations, shifting Canada’s economy and trade dynamics more than anyone once thought possible. Now, with the European Union reportedly in talks to join the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade agreement that includes Canada, PM Carney is proving his point. When the world’s middle powers come together, democratic nations are not doomed in the wake of the American empire. And Canada’s economy certainly is not doomed in the wake CUSMA, as some Canadian politicians want you to believe.

Tune into Episode 375 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for daily politics news updates.

This politics news update was recorded on February 18, 2026.

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John Ivison: Canada’s pivot to Europe for trade gains traction as Trump loses momentum

https://nationalpost.com/opinion/john-ivison-xx

US Consumers Bear 95% of Tariff Costs, Federal Analysis Shows

https://thedeepdive.ca/us-consumers-bear-95-of-tariff-costs-federal-analysis-shows/

U.S. House votes against Trump’s tariffs on Canada

https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/trump-tariffs-canada-house-representatives-vote-congress-9.7084213

Federal deficits and debt will worsen over next decade, Congressional Budget Office finds

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/federal-deficits-and-debt-will-worsen-over-next-decade-congressional-budget-office-finds

Bill discusses the tragic mass shooting last week in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, where swift police action likely saved lives, and the fallout in Canadian politics news including Prime Minister Carney’s response and the attendance of political leaders at the memorial. Bill and Madeleine send our deepest condolences to everyone in Tumbler Ridge and a sincere thank you to the brave officers who intervened without hesitation.

Tune into Episode 374 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for daily politics news updates.

This politics news update was recorded on February 15, 2026.

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Mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., leaves 8 dead, including 6 children, and a nation in mourning

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/livestory/active-shooter-alert-tumbler-ridge-secondary-school-bc-live-updates-9.7083740

‘Canadians are with you,’ says PM at Tumbler Ridge vigil

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cde4kdr2z6do

Report reveals alarming rise in gun violence in Canada; urges shift in national response

https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/news/report-reveals-alarming-rise-in-gun-violence-in-canada-urges-shift-in-national-response/

As Trump blames Canada, smuggled guns from the U.S. claim Canadian lives

https://nationalpost.com/news/smuggled-u-s-guns-in-canada

Gun-related deaths lower in Canada than U.S., but higher than many G20 countries

https://www.ctvnews.ca/canada/article/gun-related-deaths-lower-in-canada-than-us-but-higher-than-many-g20-countries/

Why Tumbler Ridge is resilient

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/tumbler-ridge-resilient-9.7087865

Breaking news today in Canadian politics with the floor crossing of former Conservative MP Matt Jeneroux to the Liberal Party, with a special advisor role to Prime Minister Mark Carney. Is this the ‘betrayal’ its being framed as? What other politics news is at play? Let’s talk about it!

Tune into Episode 373 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for daily politics news updates.

This politics news update was recorded on February 18, 2026.

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MP Matt Jeneroux leaves Conservatives to join Liberals, citing ‘national unity crisis’

https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/jeneroux-joins-liberals-9.7095322

The post-Poilievre leadership race has begun

https://www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/article-the-post-poilievre-leadership-race-has-begun/

Conservative MP Matt Jeneroux crosses floor to Liberals

https://www.theglobeandmail.com/politics/article-conservative-matt-jeneroux-joins-liberals/

Three Conservative MPs who met with far-right German politician will stay in caucus

https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/three-conservative-mps-remain-in-caucus-1.6769523

In politics news today regarding US-Canada relations, Prime Minister Mark Carney has appointed a new US-Canada trade negotiator Janice Charette. The newest bipartisan veteran to join PM Carney’s Team Canada has been tasked with fighting an uphill battle as agenda-driven Conservatives like Jamil Jivani actively besmirch Canada’s name on the global stage. The Trump butt-kissing from certain Canadian politicians knows no bounds. Let’s talk about this breaking Canada news today.

Tune into Episode 372 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for daily politics news updates.

This politics news update was recorded on February 16, 2026.

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Janice Charette named Canada’s chief trade negotiator with U.S.

https://www.theglobeandmail.com/politics/article-janice-charette-named-canadas-chief-trade-negotiator-with-us/