# This Week in Washington: Trade war escalates as Trump’s popularity dips before midterms

https://mins.news/en/video/84113

- Global News, 2026-10-02 21:00 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4wH2vIISOzg

> The United States has taken another step in its ongoing trade war with Canada. With the Nov. 3 midterm elections approaching, President Donald Trump’s approval rating has fallen. Trump has recently dismissed the prospect of peace with Iran, while the U.S. announced 20 per cent cuts to military positions. AI leaders also signed a voluntary White House accord that misspelled the president’s title.

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