Just under half of Americans consider the US to be “close allies” with Canada

Original Publish Date » March 31 , 2025
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Americans are less likely to view Canada and the US as close allies than they were two years ago, the latest indication that Trump’s tariff threats and talk of annexing a neighbouring country are souring a critical economic and military relationship.

While 7 in 10 Democrats saw Canada and the US as close allies before Trump returned to office, now that number is down to about half. For Republicans, the number dropped from 55% to 44%.

Although most still see the countries’ relationship as at least “friendly,” just under half of US adults now consider the US to be “close allies” with its neighbour to the north. (AP)