Commonwealth secretary-general pitches group as 'alternative' to U.S. trade

Commonwealth members include large countries like the United Kingdom, Australia, India and Nigeria, and many of the world’s smallest countries, such as Tuvalu.

Prime Minister Mark Carney's second budget — set to be unveiled on Thursday — will include new affordability measures, business tax incentives and investments in infrastructure, defence and culture, according to a senior government source.

The leader of the official opposition also called on Carney to "keep your promised debt anchors," urging the prime minister to reduce the deficit until the budget is balanced.

Asked last week if he would respect the results of the midterms, Trump said he would, “if they're honest elections.” That has election workers bracing for election fallout.