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I AM ?? CANADIAN. How mad are we? Furious and overtly patriotic. I will do everything within my limited economic (non-billionaire), physical and social power to protect Canada against american aggression. You have threatened our democratically elected government, natural resources, economy and personal freedom. By electing “that person” as your leader and aligning with authoritarian dictatorships like Russia, you have threatened not only Canada and Ukraine but world peace. You have threatened your own economic and personal freedom. Prime Minister Trudeau spoke succinctly in a comprehensible way to let you, the american people, know the seriousness of your choice. If you understand what you have done and realize the implications, then peacefully protest (if that is still allowed with your evolving fascist/populist/authoritarian government). Contact your local, state/territorial and federal government officials. You can let your governors, senators and representatives know that you do not agree with the government’s actions and the subsequent hardship it will impose not only on the world but on you, your family and neighbours. Make change happen in a peaceful, non violent manner, while you still can. We didn’t ask for nor want this absurdly unnecessary confrontation but when attacked, we will fight our old friends and historic allies. Elbows up Canada!

Europe and Canada are so polite in dealing with a mad and unfit president of the US, even they are treated badly! He is undoubtedly questionable!

We should not allow a foreigner to undermind our Govt. Canada has been in recession since last year under Trudeau’s leadership.

I wish I could move to (sane and compassionate) Canada ❤

Didn't this guy run Canada into the ground ?

_Trudeau can fix this by purging his position as Prime Minister to governor of Canada becoming the 51st state of America_

I'm an American citizen, and I'm pleading to Canada and other countries -- please save us!

Well done Canada ??

haha , eeuu is not at war with canada. CNN ALWAY LIES

Thank you Canada ! Trump is killing us !

Let's take Canada let's go trumps

Its a grand spectacle to see him speak. At just about the time other circumstances are turning an unknown corner Canada,yes Canada has now spoken up about something credible and concerning. Canada might as well now that some savior from Europe will emerge from a broken chair and claim to be the broker of peace and prosperity. As for me there is only one savior and HE knows the time and places. And his name is not what youve known it to be. Individual realtionships with HIM are all youve got. Goodluck everyone. Read the fine print.

So the USA is your closest friend. Most people don’t rip off their closest friends. Canada has engineered a beneficial balance of trade against the USA.

From Vancouver here, last couple week was wild. Me and my friends and family stand with Canada and support local economy ?? this is gonna leave a scar for Canadian and US relationship for a very long time

I'm sorry Canada. I'm sorry for all of it. Keep standing up against the EMPIRE i stand with you Canada ✊?

It's Disgusting! And Embarrassing! We don't support this! I'm so Sorry Canada ❤?? ❤Michigan

Why does this little potato even get airtime? He's a corrupt globalist puppet for the WEF.\n\nJust look at Trudeau's horrible track record. He had essentially destroyed Canada. Let's not buy into his BS.

I support peace with Canada. Mortified to be an “American”

I'm sorry Canada. Trump isn't a good president. :(

You go Canada.

Stand by Canada \nTrump is the enemy of the Western World.\nTrump is Putin’s puppet

Theres nothing wrong with reciprocal tarrifs . Us charges whats canada charges

Trump has had zero success on the building development front in Canada...look it up. He was drummed out of Canada. This is part of his Revenge tour. Horrifying.

I am an American standing with Ukraine and Canada if anyone can stop this War it will be Canada and Ukraine and many other Countries standing up for Ukraine we have alot of bullies in our Country the USA especially Trump and I hope it all comes back and bites him in the ass and he goes down real hard he is a number 1 Moran

I stand with Canada. Would you please take over the U.S?

I can totally see Canada as a part of the EU. Love, from Poland.

Standing with Canada! Well done, Mr Trudeau!\n(Ukrainian ?? temporary living in Portugal ??)

The Rump is not Canada's friend. Rump has no idea how to be diplomatic. He is a Putin ass kiss.

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

This action is part of a Bigger plan that we dont know about, but maybe, this is only PART ONE of things to be added onto Canada and force them to be sold/given to the USA and become The 51st State of The United States. #CanWeAllJustGetAlong

As an American, Canada I’m so sorry. To the rest of the world please please hear me. Trump supporters are the minority here, most of us are actively fighting against this. We want peace but in no way shape or form should any government fold to this man. Canada, do what you need to do. Please don’t fold either. Make sure this country feels every second of it.

What happened to CNN talking about Canada like they’re the ones being the bad guy?? I feel like I’m watching Fox instead of CNN

I'm heartbroken for us all. Blame Canada (and Mexico), which is an artificial excuse. This allows him to impose tariffs. Putin wants this, and trump is his lapdog.

I have always been a proud American citizen. My paternal side of my family has been traced back to the Mayflower and I have ancestors and family that have served in the Revolutionary War, the American Civil War, WWl, WWll, Vietnam, the Gulf, and Afghanistan. This country has made many mistakes and has had much shame throughout its existence for various things but this is the first time and U.S. president has turned his back on our friends and allies in favor of an evil authoritarian leader named Vladimir Putin who strokes his massive ego and gives him elusions of power and respect from Putin when in reality Putin is playing Trump like a fiddle. The New York Times was not right. Donald Trump is not a bright guy. I stand strongly with my friends in Canada ??.

I’m embarrassed for my country. I stand with Canada, Mexico, and Ukraine. Please stand fast while we suffer through this absurd and dangerous man.

Shame on you dear Canada you were those who were not only killing my people in Afghanistan Kandahar for USA's sake but also sacrificed your very beautiful Young children in USA's useless war.

Can a us become a province of Canada. Because I'm not proud to be an American with Maga on this earth and Trump as the King and Elon being president. The gullible average American who voted for a rapist and felon is a problem too. Never forget who put these un American people in office.

It HAS happened before. During Trump's first term, he started a trade war with Canada that lasted a year, IIRC.

Stand strong Canada. The good people of the US stand with you.

OMG, now Trump is going to send his lapdog Mr Vance to screem “Apologise to the president, You never say thank you, you disrespect this country USA, You never appreciate what we do for Canada”.

lol Fidel Trudeau on his way out after selling out Canada and giving his buddies billion dollar kickback deals (corruption and treason) scolding us? You chose a weak leader who has took you to the ground with him.

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 !

I think Trump’s plan is to disconnect Canada as ally and join Russia to defeat us and take over Canada

TRUMP IS WEAK \n\nbut Canada is weaker ??

Canada has a grownup president, we in the US has an infant for president..

Wait but, doesn't Canada have tariffs on us too?

THE RELATIONSHIP IS BAD NOW THANKS TO CANADA PRIME MINISTER BRUTOU‼️ \nU.S. HAVE A 41 BILLION DEFICIT WITH CANADA ?? GO TRUMP TARIF.\nALERT ? ALL OTHER NEGATIVE COMMENTS AGAINST TRUMP ARE BEEN PAID.\nNOW DEMOCRATS ALL OF THE SUDEN KNOW MORE ABOUT THE ECONOMY? WHY BIDEN DIDN’T FIX IT?

Maybe Canada should up that to 35%

A much needed voice of reason and strength at the same time. Our support from Austria for our friends in Canada. You would be warmly welcomed in the EU. ????

Stand with Canada, nothing more than proud to be Canadian ??