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Coverage dated October 21, 2026 to October 22, 2026

US Accuses Canada of Meddling in Elections

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The Trump administration's accusation comes ahead of the November 3 midterms elections, escalating tensions over trade.

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  1. Al Jazeera

    US accuses Canada of election interference ahead of midterms (opens Al Jazeera)

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    Al Jazeera's feed description

    Washington cites Canadian tariffs, political meetings and anti-Trump ads as evidence of attempted election interference.

  2. Axios

    Canada hit back at Trump tariffs. Now the U.S. alleges possible election interference. (opens Axios)

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    Axios's feed description

    The U.S. Embassy in Canada accused Canadian leaders of "openly" describing plans to "influence American politics," doubling down on Ambassador Pete Hoekstra's claims of potential election interference. Why it matters: The accusation further deteriorates Washington's relationship with its northern ne…

  3. Newsweek

    US Accuses Canada of Meddling in Elections (opens Newsweek)

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    Newsweek's feed description

    The Trump administration's accusation comes ahead of the November 3 midterms elections, escalating tensions over trade.

  4. Semafor

    US braces for election meddling ahead of midterms (opens Semafor)

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    Semafor's feed description

    The Trump administration accused Canada of election interference, as politically-charged fears swirled over potential meddling ahead of the US midterms.