Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was visibly emotional during a press conference in Ottawa, following US President Donald Trump’s tariff war threats.
A viral video showed Trump mocking Trudeau, threatening to annex Canada as the 51st state, and referring to him as “Governor Trudeau.”
The trade war between the US and Canada began when Trump imposed a 25% tariff on goods imported from Mexico and Canada. The move was met with widespread criticism, with many experts warning of the potential consequences of a trade war. Trudeau had previously spoken out against the tariffs, calling them “unacceptable” and vowing to take action to protect Canadian businesses.
Trudeau’s emotional response during the press conference was a rare display of emotion from the typically composed leader. He said, “On a personal level, I made sure that every single day in this office, I put Canadians first… We’re insulted, we’re angry, but we’re Canadian, which means we’re gonna stand up for each other, we’re gonna fight… and we’re gonna win.”
Trump’s taunts against Trudeau have been a recurring theme in the trade war. In addition to referring to Trudeau as “Governor Trudeau,” Trump has also threatened to annex Canada as the 51st state. The comments have been widely condemned, with many viewing them as a personal attack on Trudeau.
The trade war between the US and Canada has significant implications for both countries. The tariffs imposed by Trump have already led to increased costs for Canadian businesses, and many experts warn of the potential for job losses and economic instability. The trade war also has implications for the global economy, with many experts warning of the potential for a wider trade war.
Canadian politicians have been quick to condemn Trump’s actions, with many viewing them as a personal attack on Trudeau. Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland said, “Canada will not be intimidated by the United States. We will stand up for our rights and our interests.”
Trump’s trade war with Canada has taken a personal toll on Trudeau, with the Canadian Prime Minister visibly emotional during a press conference. The trade war has significant implications for both countries, and many experts warn of the potential for a wider trade war. As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how the trade war will affect the relationship between the US and Canada.