NYT
Trump’s Midterm Pitch Clouded by Iran War and Canada Tariffs
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
President Trump announced tariffs on Canada and faced rising oil prices as he prepared campaign events for Republican midterm candidates. The tariffs on Canadian goods took effect in early 2026, and crude oil prices increased during the same period. Trump held multiple rallies across states with competitive midterm races.
Original reporting: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/09/business/canada-iran-war-trump-midterms.html