(TheLastPatriotNews.com) – In a sheer outrage, Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has insulted President Donald Trump by calling the latter’s trade policies “dumb” and destructive towards the Canadian economy.
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The tension escalates as severe U.S. tariffs provoke a fierce Canadian response.
Trudeau openly criticized President Donald Trump’s imposition of tariffs, labeling them a “trade war” and showcasing a rare showdown between these neighboring countries.
With the U.S. enforcing a 25% duty on certain Canadian goods along with a 10% levy on Canadian energy, Trudeau did not hesitate to retaliate.
Canada’s response includes a 25% tariff on $155 billion worth of American goods.
The first wave alone targets $30 billion worth of products.
Trudeau isn’t stopping at mere words; he’s planning to challenge these U.S. tariffs at the World Trade Organization.
He insists they’re a clear violation of free trade agreements.
Critical of Trump’s tactics, Trudeau believes that the tariffs will lead to inflation and harm American jobs, casting a shadow over this trade conflict’s repercussions.
The tariffs incite sweeping reactions from Canadian leaders. Doug Ford, Ontario’s Premier, plans aggressive countermeasures such as increasing tolls for American drivers and removing American products from local shelves.
The backlash underscores the gravity of the situation and reflects Canada’s resolve not to back down.
“Donald, you are a very smart guy, this is a very dumb thing to do,” Trudeau said, cited by CBC.
In a show of solidarity, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum sided with Canada, promising a united front against the U.S. tariff hikes.
Highlighting another angle, she denounced a White House document that accused Mexico of drug trafficking ties, calling it “offensive” and “unsupported.”
Trudeau’s determination to protect Canada’s economic interests is clear.
“We are Canadians. We are going to fight and we are going to win,” he declared.
The Canadian government has also announced measures to support citizens affected by the tariffs, including job support and business aid, ensuring national unity in the face of adversity.
“What he wants to see is a total collapse of the Canadian economy because that will make it easier to annex us. That is never going to happen. We will never be the 51st state,” Trudeau said further, cited by AP.
As this trade war continues, Canadians are responding with national pride. Many boycott U.S. vacations and prioritize purchasing Canadian products.
However, with economic ties strained, both Canadians and Americans may face looming financial impacts.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's direct message to Pres. Trump about tariffs: “This is a very dumb thing to do. We two friends fighting is exactly what our opponents around the world want to see.”https://t.co/p3UwDdeRir pic.twitter.com/XZh6vC5m8o
— ABC News (@ABC) March 4, 2025
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