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Let the trade wars begin. Trudeau has hurt canada far more than Trump ever could. Canada will not win this. Go to Canada and every car you see is American, half their foods American, in America we use very little Canadian goods. Do some research.

Canada is already heading into an economic crisis, and what Trudeau just did might be the final nail in the coffin. This is his last big mistake — and he’ll soon blame Trump’s policies to cover up his own failures.\n\nLet’s be clear: Trump’s tariff policies aren’t some random attack — they’re based on a simple reality: The U.S. doesn’t need Canada. Here’s why:\n\nEconomy Size Comparison:\n\nU.S. GDP (2024): Over $28 trillion\nCanada GDP (2024): Around $2.3 trillion\nThe U.S. economy is more than 12 times larger than Canada’s — the leverage is completely one-sided.\nTrade Imbalance:\n\n75% of Canadian exports go straight to the U.S. — Canada’s economy depends on the American market to survive.\nMeanwhile, only around 12-15% of U.S. exports go to Canada. The U.S. can replace Canadian goods easily through Mexico, Europe, or Asia, but Canada has no backup plan for losing U.S. access.\nPopulation and Consumer Base:\n\nU.S. population: Over 330 million\nCanada: Around 40 million\nThe U.S. is 8 times the market size, meaning American businesses would always prioritize the U.S. market over Canada.\nNatural Resources & Energy:\n\nCanada’s oil, gas, and timber exports rely heavily on U.S. buyers.\nThe U.S. is already the world’s top producer of oil and gas thanks to its shale industry — it can easily survive without Canadian energy.\nCanada, on the other hand, would struggle to find new customers fast enough to avoid collapse.\n\nDefense & Global Influence:\nThe U.S. holds dozens of trade agreements with major powers like the EU, Japan, South Korea, and Mexico.\nCanada’s economy relies heavily on U.S. investment, which could be cut off or redirected if necessary.\nBottom line: Trudeau is dragging Canada into a crisis of his own making. He’s gambling with his country’s economic future, knowing full well that in any economic war with the U.S., Canada loses — fast. When the fallout hits, Trudeau will shift the blame to Trump, but the facts are clear: Canada needs the U.S. far more than the U.S. needs Canada.

Canada l stand with you and that rest of the Democratic world. Unfortunately we have an idiot in chief who doesn't have a blanking clue on how to run a botega yet alone in the United States of America.\nTo yours truly the felon in chief your days are numbered the American people will make it a priority to remove you from the white house along with the Maga bootlickers that support your blank toosh . Trudeau Mad Respect to you a true leader in chief of the free world.

Thank you, Mr. Trudeau! Many of us Americans agree with everything you said

Bravo!?????? I am an American and I stand with Canada. Leaders from other countries around the world should be as strong as your leader Trudeau! This message could not be more clear or direct. And I’m glad Trudeau didn’t call him with president in front of his name. trump doesn’t deserve it. He is a disgrace to America and exactly what America is not about. No one knows how he could get here But it’s a nightmare that we are trying to wake up from. Trump has spread cancer in America and we are fighting for our lives. We are deeply sorry for all the pain we are causing people around the world. This is our fight and we unfortunately are making it everyone’s problem. We need help, so thank you for everything you are doing.

Canada and America should work together. Trudeau is the only one talking about a trade war. Think about that... Trump imposed reciprocal tariffs on many countries who later came to the Whitehouse and invested billions to bring business here. Canada has enjoyed the American gravy train for long enough. Just look at the comparison between how much money goes into Canada and how much of that America actually sees a return on.

He never said Trump is a smart man, that was part of the quote damn it. I’m an American who is so sad, mad, outraged we are treating Canada and Mexico. Thank you Trudeau, I heard your message for us. I certainly cast my vote and will do so again towards unity, reason, compassion and love for the world. Not this disgusting behavior.

Thank you Prime Minister Trudeau. As an American, I agree with you 100%!!! I absolutely do not support DT, and I know may Americans that do not like what he's doing to our country and the world.

Never have I ever wanted more than I do now to move to Canada. What a lucid, professional and accurate depiction of what is really going on. I only hope that more Americans understand that we cannot alienate and anger our closest allies without dire consequences. Thank you for being a voice of reason, Trudeau.

President Trudeau, don't worry, all Americans I have seen say they don't want this either, but they understand your response and they commend you for it. So don't feel guilty for doing your job.

Nobody likes trudeau. I see lots of europeans who have no idea what they are talking about supporting this. But americans and canadians all agree that trudeau is trash, he already quit, hes just stealing as much as he can before he leaves and leaving a dumpster fire in his wake

While I don’t agree with Trumps tariffs, I understand why he’s doing them. As a Canadian citizen, please don’t glamorize Trudeau- hes a spoiled rotten brat of a former PM. Nothing more. You’ve not lived the last 10 years under his totalitarian govt, suspending the rights of Canadians at will, insulting and dividing our country at will, taking away legal firearms owners rights rights at will (people who had to pass safety courses and are more vetted than RCMP officers). \n\nHe’s proven to be more fake than a $3 dollar bill. All the liberal & ndp’s in Canada are. He has the worst record in Canadian history as a PM, including the highest taxes, home prices, massive, unsustainable immigration, and the worst healthcare crisis in Canada’s socialized medical system since its inception. \n\nHe’s accumulated more debt than all previous PM’s COMBINED (as per the PBO). \n\nThen he comes on here after he resigned on Jan.6th - yes after cratering Canada’s economy methodically for the last 10 yrs - to inflame the POTUS and who will pay for that? Canadian and American working class citizens. \n\nIf you think Canada is so great, you’re either a wealthy boomer, or have no clue what it’s like to work for a living in this modern economy in Canada. People are required to work 2-3 jobs just to afford the basics. Wages have been stagnant since the 90’s here, with cost of living rising 600-700% in the last 10 yrs.

I wonder why King Charles has chosen to give Trump a State Visit when Trump has declared economic war on part of his 'commonwealth'? Trump should remember that King Charles is also de-facto head of the Canadian state - Trudeau is the King's 'Prime Minister'. As a Brit, I stand with Canada and will boycott American goods for the rest of my life - no forgiveness!

Trudeau is a total DICKHEADD always trying to scare americans, AND hes hella manipulative , he shoud worry about canadians and stop trying to pep talk U.S natives like were babies , we know whats up, hes just mad that we Americans are standing up to the bullshit were fuckenn tired as well,, weve been seeing prices go up, and thats why were fighting back , FUCKK YOUUUU CANADA AND YOUR LEADER!. straight up like that,, yall dont give a fucc about us yall never do. yall didnt send help when the fires were happening in california.

Thank you, Prime Minister Trudeau! We Americans don't want this either!

Thank you PM Trudeau for this speech. i hope my fellow Americans are listening-so we begin process for returning to truth, honesty, friendship with our allies, and an intelligent realistic president and government. A government which doesn't bow to Putin.

As an American, I love Canada but Trudeau really sucks. Without a doubt, he looks down on the US and has openly insulted America.

Mr. Trudeau I am American and I am with you and not our president. I agree totally with you as matter fact you have any openings. I’ll move to Canada too.?

It's unfortunate that Trudeau is trying to help Americans more than our own President

As an American I apologize for absolutely nothing. \n\nThat being said Trudeau did good here. Id trade him for Trump in a heart beat.

As an American, I’m embarrassed and ashamed of what has transpired. Trump is a FN joke of a president and EVERYONE KNOWS IT. I’m with you Canada ?? alongside Ukraine ??. I hope they realize that Trump doesn’t represent what most sane Americans want as a country.\nRespect to Trudeau , that’s what leadership looks like.

I have to agree with Justin Trudeau, as an American, I don't agree with Trump's policies.

Dear Trudeau, most Americans don’t want this either. This crazy egomaniac needs to feel power at the expense of the American people. I’m sorry Canada.

Hey Trudeau, tell the truth. The Biden Administration has raised the prices of everything. The Biden administration has compromised the security of the American people by allowing open borders. Dont blame turmp you scumbag

Trudeau the American people stand with President Trump don't poke the bull cuz you will get the horn

When a Canadian starts to speak sternly to you, you know: Shit is coming. As a German, I am with the Canadian people. Please, don’t let yourselves get confused: Trumps blisteringly incompetent management is what the 36% of Americans who voted for him deserve, as well as the about 30% of Americans who DIDN’T vote at all. Sorry for the other about 34%. On a side note: Amazing, how Trudeau still flatters Trump at the end. Very diplomatic and manipulative. Because Trump is so dump, he falls for shit like that.

as an american i wish you luck canada and trudeau. i despise donald trump.

As a Canadian, and not a Trudeau voter, I am very impressed with our prime minister the last few months. \nWe will not back down. And we will NEVER be American

Nothing but two people trying to do what they think is best for their own countries. I'm not mad at that, but Trudeau for the sake of his country, will make it harder on us by his tarrifs which tells me how much she really cares for Americans, not more than his. Which I'm fine with. You have to take care of your own, but tit for tat isn't good for anyone.

So much respect for Canada and Mr Trudeau. I am a US American, ashamed of our executive branch. I hope you stick it to us. Cut off your oil to the US. I think you'll find better partners elsewhere.

This is sad Canadian people don't deserve this American people don't deserve this Primeminster Trudeau good address to your people and the American people Keeping it real hard times for both countries ahead

AMERICANS SHOULD NOT EVEN GIVE TRUDEAU THE TIME OF DAY JUST LIKE YOUR PRESIDENT, TRUDEAU IS A NOBODY LET THAT SINK IN.

American here, Canadians are our neighbors and friends. It is understood that Trumps actions will hurt all of us. We know that Canada must take action. Prime Minister Trudeau is a wise leader. I respect his actions.

Thank you PM Trudeau! As an American, I appreciate your information, something that isn’t readily available in my country.

It's simple Trudeau. Remove the tariffs THAT WERE ALREADY IN PLACE on American goods before Trumps tariffs were placed; Trumps tariffs goes away. Keep thinking that you can beat the US economy, and he will crush yours.

Well, if what DT has done this to Canada, which essentially hurts American consumers, WHY is Trudeau doing the same thing to his Canadian citizens? ?

From the American people to Trudeau we hate you Canadians are cool but you ruined that country

I hate saying I am a American BUT I am so very proud of Trudeau and I think once Canada turns off it's power to America and turns off the gas line Canada can have frump by the balls which needs to be done and ASAP .. GOD BLESS CANADA

Remember , he let huawei install in , and let china army nake military training , and p4 winnipeg loboratory work with china bio weapon army\n\nYou are responsable for dead of American , trudeau have fear because he is associate to cartel and china mafia , Canada protect terrorist from cartel for money land

Great man Trudeau ? \nTrumps is shame of American nation \nImpeachment

THANK YOU PM Trudeau! As an American who grew up on the Detroit/Windsor border, I love our Canadian friends. And it hurts my heart to see what’s happening right now between our countries. I HATE this administration. I have never once voted for the man who sits in the Oval Office right now. But I will respectfully disagree on one thing with you - that man is not a very smart guy. Otherwise, if he were - this would not be happening!! Bless you Prime Minister. ??

This matters little. Canada will collapse first, Trudeau acts like Americans are undergoing some plight. We are fine

Preach it brother Trudeau! Not all Americans stand with tRump, vAncy, or mUsty! They could care less about our friends and allies! They care about only themselves, and how much money they can grift from everyone! I disagree with one of your points. He is NOT a smart guy.

As an American who has never voted for Trump, as sad as this message is, I appreciate how Prime Minister Justin Trudeau always talks clearly and factually, and never gaslights which is what Trump and MAGA GOP always do.

repugs are NOT Americans. Trudeau and most Canadians know this. He should say this OUT LOUD!! \n \nREPUGS ARE NOT AMERICANS! REPUGS ARE NOT AMERICANS! REPUGS ARE NOT AMERICANS! REPUGS ARE NOT AMERICANS!

Trudeau! Thank you for being the representative everyone needs! As an American living in Germany, i support you, as do all my friends! Please dont give up on Americans. Be our voice! ❤ We believe in you!!!

We stand with you, Prime Minister Trudeau. We love you. I will not buy one Fuck1ing USA product. I will not go to visit my ailing sister in the USA. I am done with the USA until smart ass Americans get their vote right!!

Congrats, PM Trudeau!\n\nKeep your stance firm, DO NOT BACK DOWN! Our bully, is just a puppet, being played by both Putin and the Rat.\n\nMany Americans appreciated, respect, and LOVE Canada/Canadians!

American citizen here -- I stand by everything PM Trudeau just said 100%. (am so embarrassed I wish I could slink out of here) Americans will rightly suffer for the actions of dumb@$$ tRump. I'm sorry that the suffering extends across our borders. Stay firm Canada!!

Trudeau is an example of a strong leader! Watch out Trump! Wake up fellow Americans, this is serious!