Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau visited President-elect Donald Trump in West Palm Beach, Florida, following Trump’s threat to impose a 25% tariff on products from Canada and Mexico. Trump made the tariff announcement on his social media platform Truth Social, citing concerns about drugs and crime coming through the borders.
Trudeau was the first leader of the G7 to meet with Trump since the tariff threat. The two discussed the challenges facing both countries and the impact of the tariffs on consumers. Trudeau emphasized that any tariffs would not only harm Canadians but also raise prices for American citizens and damage U.S. industry.
Trump also threatened a 10% tariff on Chinese products until they stop allowing illegal drugs into the U.S. He has long promised to crack down on illegal migrant crossings and drug trafficking, claiming that crime is at unprecedented levels in the country.
Trudeau’s visit was unannounced and not included in official schedules. Despite the tensions over tariffs and border security, Trudeau described his conversation with Trump as productive and emphasized the importance of addressing shared challenges. The meeting between the two leaders highlights the complexity of U.S.-Canada relations and the need for cooperation despite disagreements over trade policies.
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