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His delivery was so clear and elegant in both English and French; Trump and Vance should learn. This is how a gentleman statesman behaves, especially if he's the representative of a country

I wish he, and every politician spoke this clearly, succinctly and truthfully all the time\nExtremely well put. This is truly the dumbest trade war in history, and I curse whatever moron first whispered about the scourge of tariffs in Trump's ear.

Intelligent and cristal clear speech ❤ Germany loves Canada!

Wow - what a speech.\nNever heard it before in such a manner from a politican.\nI have to say this as a german.\nWish we had in germany someone who speaks clear facts and talks directly to the people.\nAdmiring that he also speaks directly to Trump - in clear words.\nMuch respect to Canada.\nStanding with you ❤️.\n\nHopefully wars will end immediately.\nPeace worldwide.

How the heck did you become a multi-millionaire? Canadians are OVERTAXED, so yes you SHOULD be worried about tariffs and you resigned. Make that make sense. When its all over-it will make clear sense.

Finally, a president who has a clear and strong speech; he finally took his place, but he is resigning.

America! This is the Clown (Donal Trump) you selected as the president of the United States! Buckle up for the worst four years of your life! What a damn shame, I use to think Americans were some of the smartest people in the world, but I was very wrong! Donal can't even speak clearly, he has the mind of a child!

Coherent. Clear. Easily Digestible.

Putin advise Donald Trump to disassociate ourselves with all of our allies and to break down our defenses so he can then come in and start a war with the United States of America then we would have no allies that we can count on because of all the enemies that Donald Trump has made in once Putin can take over the United States of America and start bombing us then we are f***** and we will learn how it feels to be bombed and lose many of our people here in the United States just like Ukraine is going through right now and other countries that are fighting for their freedom and their people! Y'all have to understand this s*** is bigger than tears and Donald Trump is too f****** dumb to understand and to see what Elon musk, putin, Kim Jong-un all are plotting against his dumbass to hurt the United States of america, to hurt his own people, Donald Trump do not give a f*** about the United States of america, let's be clear or his people, and he damn sure does not give a damn about the Constitution of the United States of America

This is what a real leader looks like. He might not be perfect, but he clearly has the best interests of his (and other) people at heart, rather than being a slave to his own ego.

It’s clear that fentanyl is not in question, something else going on!

I love Canadians. They are sweet, kind, funny, hard working people. I have worked with them plenty. I apologize to our Northern neighbor, and I am so, so sorry this ugliness is being thrown at you. I did not vote for it and never have supported the rapist, felon. Trudeau is an example of a good, stable (Genius...ha ha) leader, who is speaking clearly with adult vocabulary, who is not out to injure anyone yet who is standing up strong for his own people. Him speaking directly to US citizens made me tear up, if only we had this kind of leader.

Thank you PM Trudeau for a well articulated, respectful but forceful message. There are many clear thinking Americans behind you

Between Friday's disaster with Zelensky and today's imposition of tariffs on Canada, the evidence is clear. Trump's America has joined Russia in an alliance intended to demolish the world's democracies.

So what's Trumpy gonna do now...declare war on Canada and invade? Trudeau did misspeak...Trumpy is ANYTHING but a very smart guy! But he is a VERY dumb one. That's VERY clear.

Love the clear speech laying out the facts in a coherent way. Thank you Trudeau.. I hope this reaches the ears of the Trump supporters and finally sinks in

Amazing clear and concise speech well done Canada !

It's pretty clear DJT is a Russian asset. Always has been, always will be.

We understand. We live just south of Lake Superior. We don't want this either but it's important that no country should bow to the United States. Let us be clear- Our president lack moral character and integrity and is no more trustworthy than Putin. Trump isn't concerned about Fentanyl, because if he was, he wouldn't be gutting the agencies that track it.

Its a pleasure to hear someone speaking well and clear without hate and nonsense.

Too bad he stepped down. Prime Minister Trudeau speaks and uses clear words. Trump got stuck with first-grade words. Immigration and all this gender craziness is how the demagogs won elections.

I've never heard someone speak so clearly and straightforward with politics in over 10 years.

I was questioning PM Trudeau for his foreign relationships and dealing with Khalistan separatists and straining Canada's relationship with India. But this speech changed that perception. I like how he addresses the very issue. Crystal clear and a very matured leader I would now change my position about him. This trade war will really hurt both sides. It may help govt as businesses will pay more on sales taxes. But it will ultimately hurt the consumers, especially middle and low income folks on both sides of the border a big way. There are so many problems to solve in USA and he focused on this.

Superb speech. And a clear casus belli for Trump. If the US economy is down significantly, he'll blame Canada, arguing that you've put unfair tariffs on the US with the specific purpose of hurting them (which is undeniable!) and it's Anschluss time, baby. Never underestimate how crazy he is.

CANADA be proud of your Country and Prime Minister Trudeau for delivering such a clear and too the point message on what is a senseless and pointless trade war. All the Best, IRELAND

What an incredible speech by Trudeau! He spelled the situation out very clearly! I am not a Canadian or an American, but I found the speech very moving.

TRUMP SOLD US OUT TO RUSSIA … it is clear… stop Peter pattering \nHE SOLD US OUT

A clear, rational, thoughtful speech. I miss those days...

Wooow, what a clear speech and action. Sadly, Trump is severely mentally ill, as 70 psychiatrists have warned since 2017 continuously. Moreover, Trump is a gangster like, who surrounded him with nuts alike. More moreover, he jumped into Putin's criminal boat. What a president voted Americans... Russia put a president in America, the Nobel Prize for mental illness is spreading around the World goes to the Kremlin. Eternal shame for those who voted Trump. WW3 is closer than ever.

As much as he is a slick b*stard, he is an incredible charismatic, clear speaker. And in the face of the US government, everybody seems like an angel.

Just so we're clear, We the People do not want this trade war.

Anti americanism? Seriously? I'm a US citizen and it's blatantly clear that this is the work of DJT and the Republican party. This isn't on Canada. CNN, you are pathetic

American here. We don’t need anyone let me be clear Canada relies more on us than we do them. I STAND WITH TRUMP.

Canada is like the responsible, clear thinking version of the US.

Absolutely right! We simply have the wrong person in the White House. He is clearly bent on destroying us and benefitting the world's dictators.

Trump is clearly a Russian asset. This is not a conspiracy, just look at the overwhelming evidence. Putin is directing him to re-create the world order in his vision.

I find this speech has caused me to re-evaluate Justine Trudeau - he has become the statesman we always hoped he could be and he stated clearly Canada will retaliate for this incomprehensible attack on the greatest trading partner the US has.

As an American I am impressed by Canada ! They truly have an intelligent grown-up for a president. No name calling just clear honest truths !

My country I have never been more proud of our leaders than I am today! ?? Civilized, clearly articulated intelligent speach like our fellow Brits, France, Germany ect! \n\n That IS what it looks and sounds like to be a civilized leader of a country! No name calling, gaslighting, intimating, aggressive lies! All truth! All facts! And all the Canadian way! ???????????? ect Unite!!

Great speech Prime Minister! Clear, concise and truthful! Someone needed to tell the world the truth. All Trump doles out is lies, lies and more lies!

You know he’s wrong when he does nothing but describe it as “dumb”. Make no mistake the US demands were clear, and Trudeau chose to escalate this

Absolutely it's not a trade war and don't try to incite blind nationalism. The tariff to be imposed on Canada by US clearly is a demand/indication forcing Canada to look into then curb the drug problem, which has already destroyed Canada and endangered the national security of US. Wake up and act sensibly before it's too late to save Canada.

I have to I’m happy to see him actual find his federal spine!!! This speech was clear, constructive, professional and one that I can back! I’m willing to put up with the pain for the sake of our pride! He needs now to actually follow up with firm action, both in tariffs,reducing electricity, natural gas, oil as well as giving support to those Canadians who will need them,

I won't vote for him but he sure can speak clearly and thoughtfully without a teleprompter. Unlike the moron to the south.

8:02 then lower your tariffs Trudeau so we can lower ours! We made it very clear we are going to have reciprocal tariffs! Meet our demands so we can end this

Donald clearly wants to become a neutral country aligned only with Israel and maybe Taiwan to cut on defense, NATO and start trading with countries like Russia to make money on it. Al at the cost on selling the democracy of the states

I gotta say this guy is well spoken, clear, smart and decisive.

I'm a American and don't like how our government is playing. I support Canada and Ukraine and Mexico. Prime Minister Justine Trudeau spoke very clear, it was good to listen to him. I hope my people will listen too.

It is becoming quite clear now. This isn't about drugs. This is a libertarian plan to crash in annihilate the economy and the government of the United states. One particular faction wants a Christian fascist government and the other faction wants a completely deregulated pro wealth government with no social security and no welfare and no aid for the poor whatsoever. Trump is just a puppet. A stupid and easily programmable puppet.

clear speach!