PrimeTime Politics with Michael Serapio

Economist Don Drummond reacts to the market turmoil following the global tariffs announced last week by the U.S. and what can be done in Canada to safeguard our economy. Abacus Data CEO David Coletto discusses the latest polling numbers from his firm. AFN Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak speaks about Indigenous voters and priorites in the federal election.

The bureau chiefs panel, Bob Fife (Globe and Mail), Tonda MacCharles (Toronto Star) and Joël-Denis Bellavance (LaPresse) discuss the latest news from the campaign and how the leaders are performing as the second week of the race wraps up. Minister of Jobs and Families Steven MacKinnon explains the supports his government is rolling out to help workers impacted by tariff layoffs. Oshawa Mayor Dan Carter talks about the impact of auto tariffs on his city and why he still feels optimistic.

Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens talks about the impact of auto tariffs on his city as plants begin to shutdown. Canadian Labour Congress President Bea Bruske discusses the impact of tariffs and plant closures on Canadian workers. Business Council of Canada President Goldy Hyder gives his thoughts on what Canada needs to do to respond to tariffs and grow the economy.

Senator Hassan Yussuff and Brian Kingston, CEO Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers' Association give their thoughts on President Trump's tariff action today and the exemptions Canada received. Ohio Democratic Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur talks about the importance of the Canada-U.S. trade relationship. Pascal Chan, Vice President, Strategic Policy & Supply Chains at the Canadian Chamber of Commerce talks about the impact of tariffs on Canada's economy.

Washington-based reporter for The Hill, Laura Kelly, discusses the response in Congress to President Trump's tariffs against Canada. The campaign managers panel, Michele Cadario, Jordan Paquet and Cheryl Oates talk about Liberal Leader Mark Carney's failure to remove candidate Paul Chiang and how the campaign is shaping up in the second week. Abacus Data CEO David Coletto breaksdown the latest numbers from his firm.

Human rights activist and Senior fellow at the Raoul Wallenberg Centre for Human Rights Marcus Kolga gives his thoughts on Liberal Leader Mark Carney's decision not to drop candidate Paul Chiang after he suggested people could turn in his Conservative rival to the Chinese consulate for a bounty. Polls analyst Éric Grenier discusses the latest polling numbers and areas to watch as the campaign enters its second week. Retired Canadian Lieutenant-General Yvan Blondin talks about the issues with Canada's procurement of the F-35 fighter jet.

The bureau chiefs panel, Bob Fife (Globe and Mail), Tonda MacCharles (Toronto Star) and Joël-Denis Bellavance (LaPresse) talk about how the leaders are performing on the campaign trail and responding to the latest tariff threat from President Trump. Flavio Volpe, President of the Automotive Parts Manufacturers'​ Association talks about the impact of tariffs on the Canadian auto sector and how he thinks the government should respond. Windsor Ontario Mayor Drew Dilkens and Lansing Michigan Mayor Andy Schor discuss the impact of auto tariffs on their communities as they meet in Washington with other North American mayors to advocate for free trade.

Unifor National President Lana Payne speaks about the impact of tariffs on Canadian workers and what her union would like to see the federal government do to counter the threat. The strategists panel, Susan Smith, Cole Hogan and George Soule talks about the impact that tariffs will have on the federal campaign. 338 Canada's Philippe Fournier provides an update on the latest polling aggregate and seat projections in the federal campaign.

Brian Kingston, CEO of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers' Association talks about the impact of tariffs on the auto sector as President Donald Trump announces he will tariff cars made outside of the U.S. beginning April 2. Coverage of Prime Minister Mark Carney's reaction to tariffs on the Canadian auto industry. Reaction from Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre to the tariffs on the Canadian auto industry.

The campaign managers panel, Michele Cadario (Liberal), Jordan Paquet (Conservative) and Cheryl Oates (NDP) talk about the issue of alleged foreign interference during the 2022 Conservative leadership race and Pierre Poilievre's handling of questions about the allegations. CKNW radio host Jas Johal talks about the state of play in British Columbia during the federal election.