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Trump tariffs cool Quebec's push for independence for now
U.S. President Donald Trump's 50% tariffs on Canadian steel caused a Quebec steel factory to lose about a third of its orders, leading to significant layoffs in Quebec,.
Support for Quebec's independence has dropped to about 30%, its lowest in decades, reflecting declining support.
Paul St-Pierre Plamondon, leader of the Parti Québécois, stated that a third referendum on independence will not happen while Trump is president.
Trump's tariff policies have increased Canadian patriotism in Quebec, but only about 10% of Quebecers view Trump favorably,.