Up First from NPR Canada's New Leader, ICE Arrest Columbia Student, Congress and The Budget
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Mar 10, 2025 Canada has a new leader, Mark Carney, who faces significant economic and trade challenges with the U.S. Meanwhile, Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia student and pro-Palestinian activist, is arrested by ICE, raising concerns about deportation and activism on campuses. On the legislative front, House Republicans are pushing a budget bill amid internal conflicts, risking a government shutdown without bipartisan support. The convergence of these political developments highlights a tumultuous time for both countries and ongoing debates in Congress.
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Canada's New Leader
- Mark Carney, former head of the Bank of England and Bank of Canada, is Canada's new Prime Minister.
- He won a landslide victory in the Liberal Party leadership race, replacing Justin Trudeau.
Carney's Economic Focus
- Carney's experience in finance is seen as crucial for navigating Canada's economic challenges.
- He's expected to take a tough stance against President Trump's trade policies.
ICE Arrest
- Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia graduate and pro-Palestinian activist, was arrested by ICE.
- His lawyer says agents revoked his green card without providing a reason.