A Trump Card Gag

More than a decade has passed since Donald Trump took that infamous escalator ride, launching himself into the arena of politics. In all those years, amidst the countless headlines, debates, and controversies, I've managed to avoid the temptation of making a "Trump card" gag—until now. The alignment of Danielle Smith with Trump has created the first major gaffe of the Canadian election campaign, sparking controversy and certainly causing some behind-the-scenes fury between Smith and Pierre Poilievre. Her comments have undoubtedly complicated his efforts to steer the Conservative Party away from divisive politics - as in a reputation. Of being a Timbit Trump leading a Maple MAGA cult. It seems that, whether in politics or wordplay, timing is everything, and this particular moment has finally provided the perfect scenario for this metaphor.