Citizens of Michigan celebrate the victory of Mark Carney in the American election

In the end, Mark Carney, the former Bank of England governor, will have run a successful campaign, winning the Canadian federal elections in a surprising turn of events, becoming the nation's prime minister.

On the banks of the Detroit River, which separates Detroit, Michigan, from Windsor, Ontario, American lawyer Taylor Segue was eager to celebrate Tuesday morning, following the results of the neighboring Canadian election.

In a dramatic shift in public opinion between November and the return of Donald Trump to the White House, the polls on Monday evening handed Mark Carney, the successor to Justin Trudeau, a seat in parliament in the Carleton riding, ousting the conservative Pierre Poilievre, a politician with populist undertones.

" The first 100 days of Donald Trump's presidency were chaotic and alarming. We are facing an authoritarian ruler with contemptible qualities, and it is appalling that the American people elected this man to lead the country, "Mr. Segue summarized while looking at the Canadian flag fluttering on the shore of the neighboring city. "The Canadian voters have demonstrated their ability to make discerning decisions. Not long ago, it was the conservatives, Poilievre, and his imitation of Donald Trump who were leading in the polls, but Canada has seen, by observing the situation in Washington since January, what the implementation of this type of extremist political program truly means, and the country has decided: I don't want that. "

"An ally, a neighbor"

In the metropolis of Michigan, the industrial hub of the automobile industry, which has faced challenges due to the trade war launched by Donald Trump against Canada, the electoral vote that took place this week across the river garnered interest, albeit without raising passions.

" In all my life, this is certainly the Canadian election I have followed the closest, "said Glenn Stevens Jr., director of MichAuto, an association promoting the world of automobiles and mobility in Michigan, in his office. "Mark Carney is a pragmatist with business experience. In the world of automobiles, it's a tumultuous time right now, especially between Canada and Washington. We hear the frustration and anger from the Canadian side, and it's understandable. We will have to work together to solve the problems. Michigan and the United States are stronger united with Canada. The next four years will be very busy for us, as well as for your new prime minister. "

In the night from Monday to Tuesday, in front of his supporters, Mark Carney also acknowledged the weight of the task by calling on the country to unite for the "difficult months to come." He also emphasized that "the old relationship with the United States is over" and that it is now necessary to work to build a new one. The rapid deterioration since January 20th and the beginning of Donald Trump's second term of the friendship between the two countries is concerning to Nancy Pellerino, a retiree from a major American retail chain.

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" Almost everyone here has a link with Canada. We live literally on the other side of the river, we have daily interactions and not just in the world of automobiles. It is unimaginable to mistreat a friend, an ally, a neighbor like this, "she says, referring to the tariffs imposed on Canada, as well as to the constant remarks from the American president about his desire to make Canada a part of the United States. "Mark Carney, that's a good thing for you while we now have to live under an increasingly authoritarian regime and in the perspective of losing our democracy and our freedoms. "

The woman in question came to express her fears, sign in hand, outside the Macomb Community College in Warren, north of Detroit, where, on Tuesday evening, Donald Trump had hosted a celebration for his supporters to rejoice in his "100 days of greatness" at the White House, as announced by a banner at the entrance. This corner of Michigan has served the president three consecutive victories since 2016. Last year, he swung the state of the "Rust Belt" into the Republican camp with a significant majority of over 80,000 votes.

"A dark period"

The populist boasted about the revolutionary nature of his early policies aimed at mass deportation of illegal immigrants, cutting back on government jobs, and reducing the trade deficit, all to put America first. He also launched multiple attacks on his opponents and non-compliant media, branding them as communist, far-left, and crazy, as well as his critique of the American judicial system, one of the pillars of American democracy through its independence.

"We cannot allow a handful of obstructionist judges to hinder the enforcement of our laws and assume the duties that exclusively belong to the President of the United States," he declared. "The judges are trying to strip the president of the power to ensure the safety and security of our country."

Music to the ears of Kelly Sackett, president of the Republican Party in Kalamazoo County, central Michigan, who came with her son to attend the celebration organized by the president in conquered territory. "Canada was also ready for this, to have lower taxes, fewer immigrants, more freedom, less government...she said about the federal Canadian elections on Monday. Of course, we would have liked the Conservatives to win these Canadian elections. It's not good news for us. But I don't think Mark Carney will give Donald Trump any trouble."

On the banks of the Detroit River, Melody Wilson had a different perspective. "Don't be like us, stay who you are. The United States has entered a dark period. The relationship with Canada has become terrible. I'm afraid today to cross the bridge to visit my friends on the other side. The new guy you elected, I don't know him, but like everyone else, he has the right to defend the place where he lives from external threats. To continue to live in peace."

Mark Carney, the former Bank of England governor, demonstrated his political readiness, winning the Canadian federal elections and becoming the nation's prime minister.
On the banks of the Detroit River, American lawyer Taylor Segue expresses his admiration for the Canadian voters' discerning decisions, having ousted the conservative Pierre Poilievre who mimicked Donald Trump's politics.
Glenn Stevens Jr., director of MichAuto, an association promoting the automobile industry in Michigan, sees Mark Carney as a pragmatist who could help navigate the tumultuous times in the automobile industry, especially in relation to the trade war between Canada and the US.
Nancy Pellerino, a retiree from a major American retail chain, is concerned about the rapid deterioration of the friendship between Canada and the US under the second term of Donald Trump's presidency, particularly with regards to tariffs and comments about annexing Canada.
Donald Trump boasted about the revolutionary nature of his policy aimed at cutting back on government jobs, reducing the trade deficit, and mass deportation of illegal immigrants, all while attacking the media, critics, and the American judicial system.
Kelly Sackett, president of the Republican Party in Kalamazoo County, sees Mark Carney's election in Canada as an opportunity for lower taxes, fewer immigrants, more freedom, and less government, similar to Trump's vision.
Melody Wilson, on the other hand, hopes that the new Canadian prime minister would protect Canada from external threats while maintaining the nation's character and values, fearing the degradation seen in the US under Trump's presidency.
The 'General News' and 'Crime & Justice' sections have reported an increased number of car-accidents, fires, and criminal activities in the wake of Trump's contentious policies, creating a sense of insecurity and unease among the American people.
The 'Sports' section, however, has reported a newfound happiness in the world of basketball, with the NBA's success and the rising talent of Canadian basketball players, providing a glimmer of hope amidst the chaotic and incomprehensible political landscape in both Canada and the US. The new policy-and-legislation, war-and-conflicts, and migration trends are yet to be seen in their impact on these developments.