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In today’s politics news update, let’s talk about the Canadian government’s strategic move to purchase submarines from South Korea and how this could positively impact the struggling auto industry. Bill highlights the recent Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed between Canada and South Korea. Prime Minister Mark Carney’s strategic decision is a step further as Canada diversifies its trade partnerships beyond the United States, particularly in light of the challenges posed by Trump’s tariffs. Tune into Episode 368 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for daily politics news updates. This Canada politics news update was recorded on February 5, 2026. Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU! Become a channel member to hear Bill’s stories from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his exclusive series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/join Listen everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featured BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.social SubStack: https://billkelly.substack.com/ WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel: https://youtu.be/K4H60fzlWpc FURTHER READING South Korean submarine maker signs MOU with Algoma Steel https://www.ctvnews.ca/canada/article/south-korean-submarine-maker-signs-mou-with-algoma-steel/ Germany’s TKMS seeks investment package to woo Canada over US$12 billion submarine tender https://www.ctvnews.ca/business/article/germanys-tkms-seeks-investment-package-to-woo-canada-over-us12-billion-submarine-tender/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

In politics news today, let’s talk about why Conservative MP Jamil Jivani’s recent trip to the United States, supposedly at the behest of Pierre Poilievre, is a meaningless photo-op at best, or even downright dangerous for Canadian politics and US-Canada trade negotiations. Tune into Episode 367 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for daily politics news updates. This Canada politics news update was recorded on February 4, 2026. Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU! Become a YouTube member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/join Listen everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featured BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.social SubStack: https://billkelly.substack.com/ WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel: https://youtu.be/i3jVq5JytZc?si=XCoPYDjaV4YPSAP9 RELATED VIDEOS Big Party Names Turned Their Backs on Pierre Poilievre Before Conservative Leadership Review Today https://youtu.be/4VahVvaDu3E?si=1qJP71xJKLxGECFF Mark Carney Towers Over Pierre Poilievre in New Polls, the Same Gap He Once Held Over Trudeau https://youtu.be/Om4gGY_upcg Pierre Poilievre's INSANE Response to Trump's Venezuela Takeover Gets BRUTAL Backlash | News Today https://youtu.be/IIMx4Rjrs8Q FURTHER READING Donald Trump just sent Canada a Valentine via Conservative MP Jamil Jivani https://torontolife.com/city/donald-trump-just-sent-canada-a-valentine-via-conservative-mp-jamil-jivani/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

In breaking news today, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has doubled down on her Trumpian political tactics, publicly demanding that Prime Minister Mark Carney allow her to meddle in Canada's politically-independent judiciary system or she will ‘withhold funding’ from the judicial appointment process. Danielle Smith told PM Carney in a letter that she wants be consulted on all future appointments to Alberta’s Court of King’s Bench, the Alberta Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court of Canada. Let’s talk about why this is a terrible idea… This shocking move comes just days after Alberta’s three chief justices issued a rare public statement, warning that democracy only functions when all three branches of government operate independently and respect each other’s role. Premier Smith has declared her desire to “direct” judge appointments in the past and has invoked the Notwithstanding Clause four times in the last sitting of Parliament alone. Tune into Episode 366 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for daily politics news updates. This Canada politics news update was recorded on February 4, 2026. Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU! Become a YouTube member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/join Listen everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featured BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.social SubStack: https://billkelly.substack.com/ WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel: https://youtu.be/tMweyKSH9vY FURTHER READING Danielle Smith says Alberta will withhold funding for judges without more input on selection https://globalnews.ca/news/11650810/danielle-smith-alberta-judges/ Alberta judges urge respect, independence after Danielle Smith said she wants to ‘direct’ them https://globalnews.ca/news/11640013/alberta-judges-danielle-smith/ Statement by the Chief Justices of Alberta Courts https://albertacourts.ca/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

In light of major Canadian politics news following the Conservative Party of Canada convention and the ‘doublespeak’ comments heard from party leader Pierre Poilievre, as well as Alberta Premier Danielle Smith regarding Alberta independence we covered in this week’s politics news updates… Let’s take a deeper look into the psychology of Pierre Poilievre’s Conservative voter base as well as the driving force behind Alberta separatist sentiments, according to new surveys from Abacus Data and Ipsos. The lines of comparison to the mentality driving Donald Trump’s MAGA movement is staggering. Tune into Episode 365 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for daily politics news updates. This Canada politics news update was recorded on February 3, 2026. Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU! Become a YouTube member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/join Listen everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featured BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.social SubStack: https://billkelly.substack.com/ WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel: https://youtu.be/maF50xlNvZg FURTHER READING On home turf, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith jabs familiar foes to warm reception https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/danielle-smith-alberta-ucp-united-conservative-party-9.7069719 B.C. premier says Alberta separatists seeking assistance from U.S. is ‘treason’ https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/eby-alberta-separatism-9.7066320 Alberta UCP caucus has ‘no business’ signing separation vote petition: former premier https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/alberta-ucp-caucus-has-no-business-signing-separation-vote-petition-former-premier-9.7071622 Support for Independence in Alberta Reaches Levels Similar to Quebec https://www.ipsos.com/en-ca/support-independence-alberta-reaches-levels-similar-quebec Who is in the Conservative Party “base” and how does it differ from other Canadians https://abacusdata.ca/who-is-in-the-conservative-party-base-and-how-does-it-differ-from-other-canadians/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

In major Canada politics news this week, the threat of Alberta separation is escalating across Canadian politics. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said she "supports a strong and sovereign Alberta within a united Canada" which sounds like an oxymoronic statement, to me. If Danielle Smith truly believes in a united Canada, her policy actions don’t reflect that. Danielle Smith’s hypocrisy is especially evident in light of the breaking news that Alberta separatists have been meeting with US President Donald Trump’s administration. The group is seeking a possible $500-billion US line of credit from the U.S. Treasury to help bankroll Alberta independence, a move that BC Premier David Eby called “treasonous”. Let’s talk about it! Tune into Episode 364 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for daily politics news updates. This Canada politics news update was recorded on February 2, 2026. Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU! Become a YouTube member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/join Listen everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featured BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.social SubStack: https://billkelly.substack.com/ *Comment ‘likes’ on behalf of this channel are an acknowledgment of your comment, not necessarily an endorsement of its contents. WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel: https://youtu.be/DdrwHTb_nII?si=r6I9jQqNuiMEHAMG FURTHER READING On home turf, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith jabs familiar foes to warm reception https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/danielle-smith-alberta-ucp-united-conservative-party-9.7069719 B.C. premier says Alberta separatists seeking assistance from U.S. is ‘treason’ https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/eby-alberta-separatism-9.7066320 Alberta UCP caucus has ‘no business’ signing separation vote petition: former premier https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/alberta-ucp-caucus-has-no-business-signing-separation-vote-petition-former-premier-9.7071622 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

Canadian news media reacted to Pierre Poilievre securing 87.4% of the Conservative delegations confidence in last weekend’s leadership review like it was a resounding endorsement, but was it? And does that ultimately matter when the rest of Canada doesn’t like him? Plus, Pierre Poilievre seems to have borrowed a few strategies from Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberal politics messaging playbook. Tune into Episode 363 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for daily politics news updates. This Canada politics news update was recorded on February 1, 2026. Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU! Become a YouTube member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/join Listen everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featured BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.social SubStack: https://billkelly.substack.com/ *Comment ‘likes’ on behalf of this channel are an acknowledgment of your comment, not necessarily an endorsement of its contents. WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel: https://youtu.be/iopxQrbH2jY FURTHER READING Pierre Poilievre sails through leadership review as Conservatives deliver a strong endorsement https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/conservative-poilievre-leadership-review-9.7069573 Conservative leadership vote 2026 results: Poilievre easily passes leadership test, receives 87.4 per cent support https://www.thestar.com/politics/federal/pierre-poilievre-leadership-review/article_17af79ff-8be5-480a-b7ae-c3bfda459833.html Big Party Names Turned Their Backs on Pierre Poilievre Before Conservative Leadership Review Today https://youtu.be/4VahVvaDu3E?si=gOGXKdR61d1T6qSV Canadians React to Pierre Poilievre’s Conservative Leadership Review, Alberta Separation | Live News https://www.youtube.com/live/3RMccI6Gw7A?si=omEE9e2ZjpJEF0x0 Mark Carney Towers Over Pierre Poilievre in New Polls, the Same Gap He Once Held Over Trudeau https://youtu.be/Om4gGY_upcg?si=TZaNYB57pUQMaiN0 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

This is a polished recording of Bill’s weekly open discussion about trending Canada news and politics news this week. Today, we discussed the results of Pierre Poilievre’s Conservative leadership review in Calgary and the politics surrounding it, including the growing noise of Alberta separation and more trending politics news this week. Tune into Episode 362 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for daily politics news updates. This livestream was recorded on January 31, 2026. WATCH THE LIVESTREAM HERE and subscribe for daily news updates: https://youtu.be/MJbin_P0_qk Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU!Become a BKP community member for our episode archive and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his exclusive series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/joinListen everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featuredBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.socialSubStack: https://billkelly.substack.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

In today’s canadian politics news update, we break down growing internal tensions within the Conservative Party as the Conservative convention and leadership review take place today. Questions are mounting around Pierre Poilievre’s leadership, while provincial leaders appear to be distancing themselves from him, signaling deeper divisions. Bill welcomes back special guest Dr. Lori Turnbull, a Canada public policy expert and professor at Dalhousie University, to discuss speculation around floor crossings, public backlash at the Opposition’s negative strategy, and the rising influence of Alberta’s separatist movement. Meanwhile, public opinion polls show strong momentum for Canada Prime Minister Mark Carney of the Liberal Party, forcing the Conservative Party of Canada to rethink its messaging as the canada news cycle and political landscape continue to shift. Tune into Episode 361 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for daily politics news updates. This politics news update was recorded on January 30, 2026. Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU! Become a YouTube member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/join Listen to The Bill Kelly Podcast everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featured BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.social SubStack: https://billkelly.substack.com/ *Comment ‘likes’ on behalf of this channel are an acknowledgment of your comment, not necessarily an endorsement of its contents. WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel: https://youtu.be/4VahVvaDu3E CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to the Conservative Convention 03:11 Conservative Leadership Review Dynamics 06:07 The Role of Provincial Leaders 09:02 Floor Crossing Speculations 14:54 Conservative Opposition Strategies 18:08 Alberta’s Separatist Movement 21:08 Implications for Canadian Politics This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

In major Canada politics news, sources say that Prime Minister Mark Carney is in the process of achieving a defense procurement agreement with Sweden’s Saab for the purchase of Gripen fighter jets. Plus, signs are indicating a reduction of Canada’s F-35 fighter jets purchase with the United States by less than half the originally agreed upon 88, giving Canada’s military a ‘hybrid fleet’. Although no decisions have been announced by the Carney government yet, sources tell veteran journalist John Ivison that talks are underway. In news today, Canada’s defence minister says F-35 fighter jet purchase ‘remains under review’. Tune into Episode 360 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for daily politics news updates. This politics news update was recorded on January 29, 2026. Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU! Become a YouTube member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/join Listen to The Bill Kelly Podcast everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featured BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.social SubStack: https://billkelly.substack.com/ *Comment ‘likes’ on behalf of this channel are an acknowledgment of your comment, not necessarily an endorsement of its contents. WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel: https://youtu.be/a4tJgAejtQs?si=zdEEgeqv2PKlqaG1 FURTHER READING John Ivison: Sources say Ottawa considering Swedish jets over F-35s for half of fleet https://nationalpost.com/opinion/john-ivison-sources-say-ottawa-considering-swedish-jets-over-f-35s-for-half-of-fleet The military is babying F-35s to hide their true cost to taxpayers https://responsiblestatecraft.org/cost-of-f35/?utm_source=dailypnut.beehiiv.com&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=trump-threatens-tehran-the-russia-ukraine-casualty-data&_bhlid=d52ba60b0b0b2aabd94392dc411c040b54ffa8ca U.S. ambassador gives prime minister the cover he needs to cut Canada’s F-35 order https://ottawacitizen.com/public-service/defence-watch/us-ambassador-canada-f35-order Canada’s defence minister says F-35 fighter jet purchase ‘remains under review’ https://globalnews.ca/video/11643278/canadas-defence-minister-says-f-35-fighter-jet-purchase-remains-under-review This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

Discussing major Canada news today, Bill Kelly and Markham Hislop of Thoughtful Energy Journalism/Energi Media unpack how and why US President Donald Trump is weaponizing the amended Canada-China trade deal. They touch on breaking news across US-Canada relations including Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Davos speech, Trump’s tariffs threats to Canada, and how it could impact USMCA-CUSMA negotiations. Tune into Episode 359 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for daily politics news updates. This politics news analysis was recorded on January 29, 2026. Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU! Become a podcast member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/join Listen to The Bill Kelly Podcast everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featured BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.social SubStack: https://billkelly.substack.com/ *Comment ‘likes’ on behalf of this channel are an acknowledgment of your comment, not necessarily an endorsement of its contents. WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel: https://youtu.be/Uo7EQhweRRg?si=YASeDLhdgowPsbwq FURTHER READING Read Markham Hislop’s article: Why Trump is Weaponizing the Canada-China Agreement https://open.substack.com/pub/markhamhislop/p/why-trump-is-weaponizing-the-canada?utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=web This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

In major Canada politics news, Prime Minister Mark Carney’s recently introduced a new GST rebated called the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit aimed at assisting low-income Canadians amidst rising costs of living. Carney's plan to provide relief from the worsening affordability crisis reflects polls ranking it as the Liberals greatest area for improvement. Tune into Episode 358 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for daily politics news updates. This politics news analysis was recorded on January 27, 2026. Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU! Become a podcast member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/join Listen to The Bill Kelly Podcast everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featured BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.social SubStack: https://billkelly.substack.com/ *Comment ‘likes’ on behalf of this channel are an acknowledgment of your comment, not necessarily an endorsement of its contents. WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel: https://youtu.be/LnHnW9-2xQY?si=QET9v-V6-xO7_ljd FURTHER READING Carney unveils boost to GST credit as Parliament resumes https://www.ctvnews.ca/politics/article/carney-unveils-boost-to-gst-credit-as-parliament-resumes/ Approval of Carney government rises to 64%; 78% believe arrangement with China on canola and cars was the right thing to do. https://sparkadvocacy.ca/insights/2026/01/approval-of-carney-government-rises-to-64-78-believe-arrangement-with-china-on-canola-and-cars-was-the-right-thing-to-do The new Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit https://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/news/2026/01/the-new-canada-groceries-and-essentials-benefit.html GST credit hike a ‘meaningful’ affordability measure for low-income people: economist https://www.nsnews.com/the-mix/gst-credit-hike-a-meaningful-affordability-measure-for-low-income-people-economist-11790889 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

In major news this week, let’s unpack the recent criticisms faced by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney from U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent about Canada’s updated trade deal with China, as well as Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s sudden change of tune on the matter. The conversation delves into the misinformation surrounding PM Mark Carney’s trade deal with China, the hypocrisy of United States-China trade relations, and the broader implications of US President Trump’s influence in the Western Hemisphere. Tune into Episode 357 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for daily politics news updates. This politics news analysis was recorded on January 27, 2026. Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU! Become a podcast member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/join Listen to The Bill Kelly Podcast everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featured BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.social SubStack: https://billkelly.substack.com/ *Comment ‘likes’ on behalf of this channel are an acknowledgment of your comment, not necessarily an endorsement of its contents. WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel: https://youtu.be/UyCvJQw8kKI?si=KLyrHQYCtnrBgpa8 FURTHER READING Ford and Carney agree on ‘99%’ of issues despite Chinese EV spat https://globalnews.ca/news/11637911/ontario-doug-ford-meet-federal-evs/ Approval of Carney government rises to 64%; 78% believe arrangement with China on canola and cars was the right thing to do. https://sparkadvocacy.ca/insights/2026/01/approval-of-carney-government-rises-to-64-78-believe-arrangement-with-china-on-canola-and-cars-was-the-right-thing-to-do What does the US import from China? https://www.supplychaindive.com/news/what-does-us-import-from-china/746291/ ‘It is much more fulsome for the United States’: Bessent on framework deal https://youtu.be/7Vjqe7w-JzA This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

In major politics news, Prime Minister Carney has rebutted US President Donald Trump’s lies about the new Canada-China trade deal that decreased tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs). Let’s debunk the overblown accusations against PM Mark Carney’s decision to allow 49,000 vehicles into Canada priced under $35,000, which will increase to up to 70,000 EVs over 5 years. Will this 3% influx in Chinese market share crash Canada’s auto industry? Tune into Episode 356 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for daily politics news updates. This politics news analysis was recorded on January 26, 2026. Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU! Become a podcast member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/join Listen to The Bill Kelly Podcast everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featured BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.social SubStack: https://billkelly.substack.com/ *Comment ‘likes’ on behalf of this channel are an acknowledgment of your comment, not necessarily an endorsement of its contents. WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel: https://youtu.be/MlV2hYSx1G0 FURTHER READING Trump Threatens Canada With 100% Tariff If It Makes Deal With China https://www.forbes.com/sites/mikestunson/2026/01/24/trump-threatens-canada-with-100-tariff-if-it-makes-deal-with-china/ BREAKING NEWS: Trump Says 100% Tariffs on ALL US-Canada Trade if Carney Goes Through with China Deal https://youtu.be/xogYBi6foaU This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

In major Canadian politics news, poll after poll indicates Prime Minister Mark Carney’s recent actions, speeches and policies in light of Trump’s economic threats has boosted popularity of the Liberals across provinces and parties. The growing gap between Mark Carney and Pierre Poilievre is undeniable. Let’s breakdown the data in today’s Canada news update. “61% have a positive view of Carney personally, compared to 39% who feel the same way about Conservative leader Poilievre. This is a yawning gap, similar to the advantage Poilievre had over Justin Trudeau a year ago.” - Bruce Anderson, Spark Advocacy Insights Bruce Anderson Tune into Episode 355 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for daily politics news updates. This politics news analysis was recorded on January 26, 2026. Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU! Become a podcast member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/join Listen to The Bill Kelly Podcast everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featured BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.social SubStack: https://billkelly.substack.com/ *Comment ‘likes’ on behalf of this channel are an acknowledgment of your comment, not necessarily an endorsement of its contents. WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel: https://youtu.be/Om4gGY_upcg?si=fPF7sl8VVXHh2sjP FURTHER READING Approval of Carney government rises to 64%; 78% believe arrangement with China on canola and cars was the right thing to do. https://sparkadvocacy.ca/insights/2026/01/approval-of-carney-government-rises-to-64-78-believe-arrangement-with-china-on-canola-and-cars-was-the-right-thing-to-do Federal Tracker: Liberals Widen Lead to 8, 42% to 34% https://press.liaisonstrategies.ca/federal-tracker-liberals-widen-lead-to-8-42-to-34/ Canadians sharply divided on Pierre Poilievre’s leadership https://abacusdata.ca/canadians-sharply-divided-on-pierre-poilievres-leadership/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

Join Bill for his weekly open discussion about trending Canada news and politics news this week. Today, we discuss US President Trump’s threat to impose 100% tariffs on all US-Canada trade, the Canadian government’s initial response and other trending politics news this week. WATCH THE LIVESTREAM and the live chat replay HERE: https://youtube.com/live/XvmzZ3NVGKQ This livecast is being recorded on January 24, 2026. Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU! Become a podcast member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/join Listen to The Bill Kelly Podcast everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featured BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.social SubStack: https://billkelly.substack.com/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe