Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau flies to Florida to meet with Trump after tariffs threat
Dinner with a Side of Tariffs: Trudeau Meets Trump
Canadian PM Justin Trudeau hit up Mar-a-Lago for a three-hour dinner with President-elect Trump, aiming to chat about those hefty tariffs on Canadian goods. With the threat of a 25% tax looming, they tackled everything from trade and border security to Ukraine and NATO. As one of the first G7 leaders to meet Trump post-election, Trudeau's trying to keep things chill between Canada and the U.S. amidst all the drama.
Border Talk: The Real Drug Smuggling Numbers
Trump's concerns about drugs and migrants from Canada might be overblown. With only 43 pounds of fentanyl seized at the Canadian border last year versus 21,100 pounds at the Mexican border, it’s clear where the real issues lie. Trudeau is pushing back, saying Canada shouldn't be lumped in with Mexico when it comes to border problems.
Tariff Tug-of-War: What’s Next for Trade?
If Trump pulls the trigger on those tariffs, it could spark a full-on trade war. Trudeau warned that this would hurt not just Canadians but also American consumers. Canada is ready to fire back with its own tariffs if needed, as both countries rely heavily on each other—think $3.6 billion worth of goods crossing the border daily!
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