In a recent post on the Truth Social platform, U.S. president-elect Donald Trump referred to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as “Governor Justin Trudeau” of the “Great State of Canada.” This slip-up sparked reactions from Canadian ministers as they made their way to a cabinet meeting. Immigration Minister Marc Miller humorously compared the situation to “living in an episode of South Park,” highlighting the absurdity of the mistake.
Housing Minister Sean Fraser emphasized the federal government’s commitment to prioritizing the well-being of Canadians, despite the inaccurate reference by Trump. Transport Minister Anita Anand reiterated Canada’s sovereignty and expressed her pride in living in the country. Health Minister Mark Holland urged a mature and responsible approach to handling such comments, emphasizing the importance of staying focused and not getting caught up in parsing every word.
The Canadian ministers’ reactions reflect a mix of amusement, pride, and a call for level-headedness in the face of political gaffes. As the world continues to watch the interactions between Trump and Trudeau, it remains important to maintain composure and focus on the priorities of serving the people.
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Video ““Episode of South Park”: Canadian ministers react to Trump calling Trudeau 'governor'” was uploaded on 12/10/2024 to Youtube Channel Global News