In a recent statement, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau responded strongly to U.S. President Donald Trump’s assertion that the new tariffs imposed on Canadian goods were in response to fentanyl entering the United States from Canada. Trudeau dismissed Trump’s claim as “totally bogus” and expressed his belief that Trump’s true intention is to see the “total collapse” of the Canadian economy.
Trudeau made it clear that Canada would never become a part of the United States, despite Trump’s aggressive trade measures. He acknowledged that the tariffs could potentially harm the Canadian economy, but assured Canadians that the federal government is working on solutions to support the country through these difficult times. Trudeau emphasized that the situation will be challenging, but he remains committed to protecting Canadian interests.
The introduction of these tariffs has created tension between Canada and the United States, with Trudeau standing firm against what he sees as an unjust attack on his country’s economy. The future of trade relations between the two countries remains uncertain, as both leaders continue to escalate their rhetoric. It is clear that Trudeau is prepared to defend Canada’s interests and resist any attempts to undermine its economy.
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Trudeau puts tariffs on American goods all Canadians will pay
If liberals call an election, everything will be just fine
Meanwhile Trudeau did his best to disarm Canadians. There is a reason Swiss citizens keep a uniform and weapon at home.
Canada is in full power fighting form. Come on baby
I’m sure you’ll be fine Trudeau
Don’t worry about us
Trudean should stop working on the borders. Its just an excuse from Trump. No matter what we do, Trump will keep bully on us.
Donald is an absolute joke lol n they thought our pm was dumb lmao
Its a tariff, not the end of the world. You should have negotiated but you sat on your hands.
Good thing we brought in millions of people
Hey Trump, Wackers.
Pretty sad that this is what it takes for countries to start investing in themselves than others. In the more self sufficient you are the more stability you'll have by not relying on others. Sense is truly not common in politics 🤔😔😔😔😔😔
What about the useless carbon tax ???
YOU are the threat to Canada not Trump.
Many other United States Presidents Have used Tariffs, and always for the same reasons…
1. **Thomas Jefferson**: He imposed the Embargo Act of 1807, which restricted trade with all foreign countries to avoid conflicts and protect American interests.
2. **James Madison**: He enacted the Tariff of 1816, which was designed to protect American industries from foreign competition after the War of 1812.
3. **Abraham Lincoln**: He signed the Morrill Tariff in 1861, which raised tariff rates to protect American industries and generate revenue for the Civil War.
4. **William McKinley**: He was a strong advocate for protective tariffs and signed the McKinley Tariff Act of 1890, which raised duties on imports to protect domestic industries.
5. **Herbert Hoover**: He signed the Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act in 1930, which raised tariffs on thousands of imported goods in an attempt to protect American jobs during the Great Depression.
6. **Donald Trump**: He imposed tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, as well as on goods from China, Canada, and Mexico, as part of his trade policy.
Tariffs have been a significant tool in U.S. trade policy, used by various presidents to protect domestic industries, generate revenue, and achieve trade policy objectives.
Canadians want the border safe and stop the drugs. These people lie. We could only hope to have a leader like Trump. WE WANT A NEW LEADER NOW.
Whatever Trudeau disagrees with is PROBABLY a good idea
I honestly hate everyone standing there. They are liars. Canadians want new leaders!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Trump will destroy Canada’s economy…so why did you shut down parliament, fool
Trudeau ruined us what is wrong with everyone
You should separate Friendship and Business, don't crybaby Canada…
Trump is such a nut
Canada has 68,000 active duty military, meaning they are on a salary and being paid right now. Why didn't you put half of them on the border? All Trudeau and liberals did was issue threats and thumb their nose at Trump for the last few months. Media coverage about Trump is also biased and negative.
Just to be clear, these are the tariffs Canada has imposed on the USA for years: Milk: 270% Cheese: 245% Butter: 298% Chicken: 238% Sausages: 69.9% Barley seed: 57-57.8% Copper: 48% Aluminum: 45% Steel: 25% Cars: 45% TVs: 45% Eggs: 163% Wheat: 94% Bovine/Meat: 26.5% Source : Global Affairs Canada
This American stands with Canada! I am so embarrassed and ashamed.
Ottawa should immediately announce plans to construct the west to east pipeline. Creating thousands of jobs and a great way to inject useful billions into Canada’s economy.
trump dumping decades of US hegemony so he can establish his own monarchy
The U.S. leadership is “lying through their teeth” about fentanyl concerns motivating the trade war.
Trump and Lutnick are totally fabricating the issue so that they can declare a national security crisis, doing so enables them to apply tariffs in a way that bypasses Congress that typically has domain over trade policy
I thought lilcastro was gone?
He looks crushed 🫠
If the USA is not afraid of Canada tariffs, why is Canada afraid of the USA tariffs?
51st State ❤
Trudeau if you wanna help canada’s economy then leave.
Shame on our government! Always be there with you, damn you, lots of things should done few decades ago! Who believe to you? You taxed us to death! Who bought us here?
Look! These Canadian libs gonna blame it all on Trump, if they aren't already did. 😂
He has no.plans to annex Canada. He is making u think of annexation. So Russia annexation is acceptable.
Just canceled two cybertruck pre-ordered 5years ago. Canada produces 1.4 millions vehicles annually and, sold 1.7 millions 2024. Put tariffs (50%?) temporary on all imported vehicles now? We need to use our market to protect our manufacturers! Please Mr. PM !
Oh brother this guy stinks!
He wants Canada 🇨🇦 this is economic war stand up to that bully Canada
I'm looking forward to the moment Trump is visting the King of England and he is told he is also the king of Canada 😅😂
It’s on YOU Trudeau! 🇨🇦🫵🇺🇸