Trudeau Calls Trump’s 51st State Remarks Flattering Yet Distracting from Tariff Issues

Trudeau emphasizes that Trump’s comments divert attention from the real impact of tariffs on Americans

Trudeau Calls Trump’s 51st State Remarks Flattering Yet Distracting from Tariff Issues
Trudeau Calls Trump’s 51st State Remarks Flattering Yet Distracting from Tariff Issues

Ottawa: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau recently addressed President Trump’s comments about Canada becoming the 51st state. He called them flattering but pointed out they distract from serious issues like tariffs.

In an interview on MSNBC, Trudeau stressed that Trump’s talk about Canada joining the U.S. is just a distraction. He highlighted the real concern: the potential 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum.

Trudeau firmly stated that Canadians take pride in their identity. He said, “The 51st state? That’s not happening.” He wants people to focus on how tariffs could raise costs for Americans.

He reminded everyone that no one wants to pay more for energy or electricity. The focus should be on the real consequences of tariffs, not on Trump’s jokes about statehood.

Trudeau recalled a past meeting with Trump where the topic came up. He joked about trading Vermont or California, but Trump quickly changed the subject, realizing it wasn’t funny.

He emphasized that while Trump’s comments might seem amusing, the potential tariffs are a serious issue that could hurt American wallets and the trading relationship between the two countries.

Despite Trump’s ongoing threats about tariffs and annexation, Trudeau remains unfazed. He said he’s not bothered by the nicknames and comments, focusing instead on the real issues at hand.

Trudeau believes there’s a bit of flattery in Trump’s remarks, seeing Canada as a great country. But he insists that Canadians need to take these comments seriously.

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