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I'm a Canadian, we have a massive piece of land and small population.\nWe should be friends with everyone. Never pick sides.\nTo look into history, U.S never be friends with anyone. They are only friends with money!\nI don't go against the Americans, but we also have to take care of our own economy.\n\nTrump just find an excuse to blame Canada so he can tariff the Canadian. We never do things to harm our neighbours. \nI spent thousands of dollars every year in Vegas and have multiple times shares there, but they chose to put a rope on us!\n\nI don't go against Russia and China either because we all have one common goal, that is a better life for all and there's nothing wrong with it!\n\nDon't worry too much about Trump, he is old and likes to show the world that he is powerful before he is gone! \nCanadian will ride through good and bad times. We all have to work together because we are hard working Canadians!

Trump just made Trudeau just made Canada look like an ANGEL and the U.S. like DEVILS!! Well done!!!????

CANADA is not helping secure U.S. borders from lethal drugs. And didn't Canadians learn his dictatorship with the truck driver's bank accounts?

Many of us stand with our strongest friend and neighbor. This is not what the people of the U.S. desire, it is not what we want either. The government that stands against our friends and allies and we are using our voices in hopes someone who is sucking his teat takes a moment to come to common sense. We are not a great nation in this moment and my heart aches for the many impacted from this rediculous moment of arrogance, name calling and isolation from the world

A big part of America’s power isn’t just about its military or econom it’s about its allies. The U.S. doesn’t act alone; it has a web of partnerships that make it stronger. NATO, defense agreements, and strategic alliances give it global reach and help deter threats. Its allies also boost trade, innovation, and diplomacy, making sure the U.S. isn’t just a superpower on its own but part of a network that reinforces its influence. When the U.S. moves, it often moves with others, and that collective strength is a big reason why it holds so much power worldwide. This is at risk

The stock market goes up and it goes down. That's the nature of the stock market. Canada will lose in this fight. The U.S. has the greatest economy in the world.

This looming tariff squabble between these once-chummy nations needs to hit the discussion table, stat! So, let’s roll out a grand convoy led by Canada’s finest, Terrance and Phillip, to face off with a U.S. special delegation spearheaded by the legendary Eric Cartman. We propose this showdown happens near Niagara Falls, where the mist can douse the heated trade tensions. Canada better 'respect his authoritah,' or the U.S. might just demand a full refund—starting with trade of Mike Myers for Michael Myers!!

MAGA people are so delusional voting for this. U.S. is screwed and dictatorship is creeping in

I am crying as I watch this from Boston… I do wish when other countries r saying “ the U.S. “ is doing something that they just change that to “king”Trump because none of this is coming from the American people- we r as angry as the rest of the world:(

Oh well.. just another nail in the coffin of the dying empire, that the U.S. has become.. once EU and others counteract the tariffs in April the demise of the U.S. is only going to speed up... this is going to get ugly for the U.S. pretty fast..

Here is a list of tariffs Canada Imposes on U.S. but losing their mind over 25% tariffs \nGoods: \n⁃ Dairy Products: \n⁃ Milk: 270% \n⁃ Cheese: 245% \n⁃ Butter: 298% \n⁃ Poultry: 238% \n-Eggs: 163% \n⁃ Barley: 160% \n⁃ Wheat: 94% \n⁃ Sugar: 265% \n⁃ Peanut Butter: 295% \n⁃ Rice: 150% \n⁃ Vegetables: 100% \n⁃ Fish Products: 100% \n⁃ Lumber: 20% \n⁃ Shoes: 30% \n⁃ Cocoa: 30% \n⁃ Metals: 25% \n⁃ Wool: 30% \n⁃ Tobacco: 100+%

I wish Trudeau could run for U.S. President

It’s most of the world, and sensible Americans who employ common sense and logic vs tRump and his neofascist agenda. In professional wrestling terms, the U.S. has turned “heel,” but the now occupant of the White House, who should’ve never returned, always has been one. I don’t understand his appeal, and why so many Americans have been sucked into his orbit.\nI don’t want this, many tRump voters don’t want this. This’ll adversely affect the world, and will do nothing to reduce the nearly $2 trillion deficit. tRump’s tax cuts for the wealthy, and fElon Musk’s austerity measures will, and already are raising unemployment, and will further increase the divide between the wealthiest and most marginalized among us.\nThe U.S. siding with Russia, the two countries having the biggest nuclear stockpiles, is a threat to the world.\nIf WW3 starts, it won’t be because Zelenskyy won’t act to end a war in which his country was unnecessarily invaded, it’ll be because of Russia’s invasion of it, and the U.S. turning its back on its now former allies.\nThose of us in the states who oppose tRump and his alliance with Putin need to continue to stand up, speak out, and perhaps even do more. We’ve never seen anything like this before. Hate to say it, but this could very well be the beginning of the end of what was once a great nation. I’ll end this with a quote from FDR.\n“The liberty of a democracy is not safe if the people tolerated the growth of private power to a point where it becomes stronger than the democratic state itself. That in its essence is fascism: ownership of government by an individual, by a group, or any controlling private power.”

It's truly unfortunate that this is all caused by 1 person, who no longer has a system of checks and balances on him. I feel our relationship with the U.S has come to an end. We need to have closer ties with our friends in Europe, and secure more trade deals with the EU and Great Britain.

This Question goes towards trump Who Took Care Of Our U.S Citizens When No One Can Fly On 9/11 Canada Who Helped With Our Fires Canada. Trump you call yourself a Man Of God does the bible say Love Your Neighbor

Cease gun importation into Canada\n\nMany go to U.S. to obtain fentynal, meth, cocaine, et al (drug czars or none)

As a U.S. citizen, I agree with Trudeau. I can only hope the rest of the USA can stop being stupid.

I mean, things have to get worse before it gets better! In order to bring companies back to the U.S., something has to be done to make them come back. Surely people didn't think that it was gonna be an easy road to bring these companies back home? Tariffs are the only thing that'll make these folks come back. Yeah, we will have to bite the bullet until it all comes to past!

Swnd all your goods to the UK. We will buy them all. Not buying anything from the U.S.

I will NOT travel to the U.S. or buy any American goods until this trade war ends!!! We love you Canada ?

Wow, Trudeau we actually want peace for Ukrainian people and for Russian people. You chose not to want to meet the U.S. to establish fair trade deals. I would consider you not a friend or ally. When you misrepresent the Truth that tells us alot about you!

This is what the head of a goverment should sound like, not the crying baby orange man that runs the U.S

I’m a U.S. citizen and I support the Canadian government and its people. And Trump is not a smart guy he’s a idiot

As a u.s citzen I'm appalled and ashamed of my president. The elites got what they want but doesn't mean it will last they talk about exposing corruption but yet are doing some pretty corrupt things why do we only get 2 choices for a president and lesser of two evils why don't we pick someone with morals and that have the best interest for our country and people not just the rich cause I've been struggling before during and after trump maybe we need new congress and stop this dumbass blame game of pointing fingers when dems and rep come together we can be unstoppable why are people so stupid and selfish like we have it easier than most country's last I knew we don't eat cats or dogs so that tells me are economy not as bad as other places just seems like the rich are losing and this will help them stay rich. I don't like Biden or trump but my god does no one notice the segregation that's pushing us apart? we were all for Ukraine before and now plp wanna act differently without facts or knowledge kids family's they are dying cause putin is a prime example of a dictator.... praying and hoping we come together to fix this and show our next generation on what not to do.

Canada's response to America's tariffs under Trudeau is a masterclass in balancing diplomacy with pragmatism. While the U.S. pursues a protectionist agenda, Canada stands resilient, leveraging strategic countermeasures and asserting its sovereignty. Trudeau's approach is not just about retaliating in kind; it’s a nuanced display of commitment to fair trade and a reminder that economic interdependence cannot be taken for granted. In a world where global relations are increasingly volatile, Canada’s measured response signals both defiance and cooperation, leaving the door open for a future where both nations can find common ground amidst the tension.

The U.S. is no longer the sugar daddy of the world why don’t you understand! The disrespect to President Trump is ridiculous from this woke socialist idiot! This is about equality and showing the respect of the country that drives your economy and protects your borders! Trudeau like the American left has swore to the woke religion, and the destruction it has inflicted on our country especially the last four years is over! Start showing respect to your closest ally or find yourself the 51st state if you keep FAFO! MAGA/MURICA!❤

U.S Army veteran I stand with Canada. I will never bow down to Russia like trump has.

So, why is it that this guy makes it seem like they haven't been taken advantage of the U.S. since they have been able to! He is also lying about that northern border, too. Russians have been illegally crossing into the U.S. thru Canada for years. I know it as fact bcuz I've met Russian truckers who told me how they originally came to the U.S. via Canada! It's easier up there bcuz that border isn't as secure as the southern border. I guarantee you their statistics for fentynal crossing in via Canada is wrong. Those are just the statistics for the fentynal they caught, not the shit they haven't caught! Tariffs shouldn't have had to be the reason for Canada to do their job. They should have already been doing their job at that border. Trump had to threaten them in order for them to use drones, etc. at the border. They should have been doing that. This shows that they were already taking advantage of the weak ass government who just left office. Maybe he should just become the 51st state to make it all much simpler!

The U.S “leaders” are choosing the wrong side of history here. The world is ready to stand up to them. Americans should be very worried about the global position Trump is putting them in.

Divide and conquer. The enemies are weakening the adverse alliances while the extend and consolidate their alliances. The big man is doing the bitting for U.S. enemies.

Much respect Trudeau.....coming from a U.S. citizen. Stand up to bullies from our country.

The world knew this was coming and did nothing to protect their citizens and businesses from any of this. Everyone is retaliating and fist waving American citizens at the bad time we will have as a result. You can miss me with the fear mongering. Everyone is trying to take advantage of the U.S citizen and using the president as an excuse.

Is Trudeau eligible for the U.S. Presidency? I'm sure America can find a way!

It all makes sence, Donald want a war, because, if U.S is in war, Donald do not need to step Down after 4 years, if they are in war, he wants to stay in Office forever, just me thougts from Denmark

i dont know what puten got to do with a trade war between canada and the u.s., some people will suck down any shit.

Trump wants to be a dictator. He needs to distance himself from allies and crash his countries economy so he can declare Marshall law and end all future elections and opposition. The Robber Barons will buy everything of value for next to nothing and most of the U.S. will be slaves .

Excellent speech!! Proud to be Canadian ... a citizen of a country who truly respects humanity and world peace.?? I lived in the U.S. for two decades and know first-hand that many wonderful Americans do not share the disrespectful and dangerous rhetoric of Donald Trump and gang. We are better together than divided!! Stand up! Speak up! ❤️????❤

American here. Family moved to Canada ?? after American Revolutionary War (yep family was a royalist). Stayed in Oh Canada for over 100 years. As an American ?? (country I love) - I stand with Canada ?? even though it will cost me & other lower / middle classes $$$$. Not Canada’s fault. It is the fault of the orange ? man who is a pretender POTUS. A man who kisses Putin’s ring. A man who protects billionaires & trillionaires… not the majority of U.S. Americans. He doesn’t care about the grossly misguided people who voted for him - they are finding out now! Stay Strong Canada ??! Thank you for standing up to this American Bully! So many of us are ashamed, disgusted, and so sorry! ❤??❤??

U.S. citizen here, I did not vote for him or for this! I stand with you and the need to defend yourself. You have been our friend and ally. It appears the wanna be dick-tator is bent on destroying this country.

Canada, Mexico, Germany and other countries who are getting caught up in the orange turd of a president's mess. He's not my president and just so you know I've never voted for him. I'm so embarrassed to be an American right now... I promise 50% of U.S voters are idiots the other half of us understand economics, the importance of allies and we're generally nice/smart people. #trumpsucks

Yall some sad Americans fr yall just good with the U.S funding an being taken advantage of yall weird. Oh an don’t waste ya time replying cuz if you do you a dick eater.It’s America first

I wish Trudeau was our president. I hate what is happening in the U.S. because of Trump and his minions. Putin must be gleeful at the destruction of the U.S. and all of the favors that Trump has given to him. The American people do not want this horror show that Trump and Musk has orchestrated. The Trump cult is bringing the downfall of America in the world. We are no longer the 'home of the free and the brave', and Trump is no longer the 'leader of the free world'. America will diminish and become a small, petty, stupid, country. I am glad for Trudeau, and Micron, and the UK and all of the democratic countries and people. I feel horrible for what is happening to Ukraine because of Trump. Mr. Trudeau, you are a fine and wonderful person and head of your country. I wish that you could help us out of this madness. :(

I hope Canadians know that not all U.S. citizens agree with this. Canada has been a great neighbor to the U.S. This is a shame.

Donald Trump and his administration have been captured by Russia. Every single thing he does that seems not to make sense, which seems to hurt America, are directives from Vladimir Putin. He wants to weaken America and destabilize the West. And he found individuals willing to commit treason in order to do his bidding. I hope the rest of the world understands what has happened to the U.S. government. Many of us, who didn't vote for Trump, understood he was a Russian asset. Trump voters rejected this and believed his lies. The majority of Trump voters will soon realize they have been betrayed. They don't have to become Democrats to abandon Trump and fight against this Russian takeover of our country. We need them. We need the world's help.

Very disrespectful speach. Calling trump dumb and calling him donald. This pipsqueek leader will harm his own economy. U.S can absorb the impact. Canada will go into recession

I truly believe that most of us in the U.S. back Canada, not that lying scumbag that gullible idiots (and our ridiculous Electoral college, a system that allows the minority to rule) put into office.

I'm not shocked that Trump are siding with Russia because I have warned people that Trump would betray all U.S allies before the election.

Dear Canadians, the American citizens not want this. We love you guys as our biggest ally and partner. Everything you are saying is correct. Please stand up to these bullies and keep fighting for what is right! Apologies from the u.s. citizens!

Very clear though out speech. I'm ashamed of what the U.S. is doing right now. We need to pray for all our countries right now.

It’s always somebody else with the problems never the u.s. who has the problems smh ?