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Ontario Premier Doug Ford has surged back into the lead in polls, now up four points among decided voters — a rebound fueled by his fiery exchange with the U.S. President, which included calling him a “loser” and “dictator.” The feud, sparked by a controversial Ontario trade ad last fall that derailed negotiations and led to new U.S. tariffs, has clearly resonated with voters. While Ford’s personal approval remains low, his party benefits from the political momentum of standing firm against Washington. A staggering 83% of Ontarians support matching U.S. tariffs dollar-for-dollar, and even more favor retaliatory measures like banning American alcohol or taxing electricity exports. Yet, overall sentiment in the province remains bleak — 72% say things are heading in the wrong direction — suggesting Ford’s rise is more about framing than fanfare.

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