Trade War Updates, Leadership Race, and More - A Summary of Today's Top Stories

Trade War Updates, Leadership Race, and More

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and U.S. President Donald Trump discussed trade and fentanyl amid ongoing turmoil over U.S. tariffs. Both countries will continue discussions, but details remain unclear.

In a related development, the U.S. announced a one-month exemption on auto tariffs for Canada, Mexico, and the United States. This exemption aims to avoid economic disadvantages for automakers associated with the USMCA agreement.

Chrystia Freeland, a candidate in the Liberal leadership race, stated that she would invite rival Mark Carney to serve as finance minister if she wins. Freeland believes this combination would be ideal for leading the country.

The Parliamentary Budget Officer projects a $50.1-billion deficit for the fiscal year ending March 31.

The Canadian Security Intelligence Service warns of potential threats to the Arctic region.

Former B.C. cabinet minister Mike de Jong was informed he cannot run for federal Conservatives.

Jack Daniel's maker criticizes Canada's decision to remove U.S. alcohol from store shelves.

Ontario Liberal Party Leader Bonnie Crombie will not ask any members to step aside for her.

Justin Trudeau is in Ottawa with no public events scheduled.

Chrystia Freeland visited an automotive parts manufacturer in Vaughan, Ont. Mark Carney released an economic plan that includes convening a first ministers' meeting to address interprovincial trade barriers.

Bloc Québécois Leader Yves-François Blanchet and Green Party Leader Elizabeth May held news conferences. NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh spoke at a convention and attended the party's campaign launch.

Mélanie Joly participated in a conversation event with the Toronto Region Board of Trade on Canada-U.S. relations.

Who was the first prime minister to live in 24 Sussex Drive?

Louis St. Laurent, the Liberal prime minister from 1948 to 1957, moved in in 1951. The federal government expropriated the house in 1946 and refurbished it as a residence for the prime minister in 1950. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau chose not to live there, opting for Rideau Cottage instead. 24 Sussex Drive is currently cleared out pending a decision on its future.