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I think it is inappropriate for a leader of a country to address and undermine the leader of another.\n#negativediplomacy

Funny how Trudeau only used the adjective BIG when addressing Donald ???

First, he backdown from his responsibility, by resigning from the post of Governor... N now he representing 51st state of USA... How on earth he can address Canada....

I almost thought for a second maybe he’s just addressing the us as a whole and our political figures, but then he said “your government is doing this to you” and he couldn’t be more right. I’m ashamed to be American. This is my ancestors country. I no longer want to be American.

The best thing is how Trudeau dumbed down his speech when he addressed Trump. Shorter sentences and much simpler words. Like he was talking to elderly man with severe dementia.

Looking at this from FInland, I really appreciate Trudeau's strong stance on this. He's addressing Donald, but I think he's also speaking to the American people.\n\nA question came to mind - people talk about allies, but who does Trump see as an enemy? Has he been asked that? Something makes me think that in his head the actual enemy is people in his own country...

Trudeau, I know you will never see this comment, but thank you for having the moral fiber to address the people of my country with such concern. Thank you to every Canadian for showing us what real strength is in a country. I'm so sorry that we are not reciprocating as a country, you deserve better.

Trudeau you're a PM and when you disrespect the president publically you disrespect America, so you have no right to address the American people. You don't know how to handle politics and thats why your own people have verbalized that they want you gone! Your lack of respect for the President and the United States is what put you and your country in this situation in the first place. Tou're leaving out on a low. Humble yourself and sit down and talk to the President, and address him as such, and he'll cut you a deal, and you can gain back some dignity. Otherwise, stop complaining to the world community. You look weak!

Love him or hate him, this was great and what a master class level troll. \n1. No reference to “president” \n2. Called him Donald, which trump hates\n3. Said what he was doing was dumb\n4. Spoke in super simple language - notice how he dummied right down when addressing trump

If Trudeau speaks to Canada in English and French....\nTrump must address America in English and Russian.

Dumb Trump should learn how to speak and address diplomats from Trudeau.

Trudeau's words are smoke and mirrors a bit imo. Liberals will go forward with an additional 20% carbon tax dispitie the tariffs occurring. Trump isn't the only one that is harming Canada in one way or another. Trump is forcing Canada to do better with our borders and crisis's that had not been addressed quickly enough. We (Canada) allowed these issues to get out of hand and it took another country to tell us that we needed to do better because the issues affect them as well. I'm stating facts here and now we Canadians will suffer for all of it.

And another thing don’t address him as Donald it’s Mr. President Trump. He might just be your president before long Justin.

This is all making me so sick. I really appreciate Trudeau addressing Americans. I just hope Canadians and other good around the world remember that many people here do not want this. I'm afraid many of us may need help soon.

God. The shift in language when he starts talking to Donald. And then shifting back to adult speak when he goes back to addressing the Canadians.

Love how he switched his tone like speaking to a small child when addressing Donald

Prime Minister Trudeau epitomizes a true leader. I wish he was my country's leader. Kudos to him for directly addressing the P.O.S. who calls himself our leader. Thank you for your support of the American citizens and empathizing with us as we have to endure yet another term.

Trump's Tariffs rn is a problem, but Trudeau and the Liberals socialism principles are more appalling. The criminality, housing, inflation rate, and immigration policies needed to be addressed

Notice how Justin Trudeau dubs down his language when addressing Trump.

Addressing our President by Donald is disrespectful and unprofessional. Very tacky!

Rather watch this than that address by Rump

Haven't heard from Prime Minister Trudeau addressing the trade imbalance between the U.S. and Canada. This is what is all about.

I have just listened to Trump's State of the Union address. Gone is any respect I had for your country. What a hunk of crap that was....constant lies and falsehoods....no wonder you are losing your democracy. Shame on your Mitch.....you knew he was guilty as sin and now he is going to ruin your country. Job well done!

When addressing Donald directly, I like how he slowed down, as if talking to a toddler :)

Thanks for using small words when addressing Trump directly, not like the arrogant clown will listen, but it was nice to use dumbed-down language so he might understand

Stay honest and true in every way you can. Character really is destiny. I love my country but we are under siege by our own government, a group of sycophantic grifters who do not possess the wisdom, experience nor the disciplined intelligence to fulfill the duties their positions require. I stand with Canada and admire Mr. Trudeau for being willing to call out Donald Trump and address us Americans directly. Yes, we will all pay for this stupidity—except of course the MAGA elite.

I am so proud of Canada and the Prime Minister. As an American, and respect and support this professional and empathic acknowledgement to this hideous tariff war. Americans are watching a mature leader, addressing several nations. The Heritage foundation is reckless and feeding Dfrump.

You know you’ve messed up bad when the government of your closest ally starts addressing you by your first name only.

Watching this instead of shitty american presidents address to congress.

Why are you talking during the address? I'm a great deal more interested in hearing what Trudeau has to say than CNN anchors regurgitating it second hand. Get a clue, guys.

Paula Newton, you’re correct, how dare Trudeau talks to US citizens directly or addresses “Donald” directly, after Canadians have been told we’d make a great 51st State and our Right Honourable Prime Minister has been called a “governor”!\n\nThe AUDACITY!\n\nElbows Up, Canada!

Wait wtf is happening? When did all this happen? I voted for Trump. Does trump have a long term plan here? How long? Like woah I don't want more inflation. But maybe I'll wait for trump to address this himself because I don't know if i can trust Trudeau

He is rubbing it on to thick! From his address to Canadians Trump will take it as he has the upper hand!

This is it! We need more world leaders addressing him by name and letting him know how stupid he is.

No! continue the French address!

Why is anyone even justifying or addressing the insane baseless accusations of an orange grifting Cheeto failed snake oil “businessman”\nDude IS A LIAR CON ARTIST

THANK YOU, PM Justin Trudeau, for addressing the American people. I am weeping about the despicable damage the current administration has done to the strong relations we have shared!

How you calling him a friend and being condescending at the same time. \nThen addressing us citizens like we are his school students \n\nF u dude

Is it me or Justin dumbed down his lingo when addressing to Trump directly

Don't be fooled by this wimp my American friends. Trudeau is a weasel and has killed Canada. I'm not a fan of Trump but he still has seen thru this bum and we deserve what we're getting because of his neglect and Woke policies for the last 10 years. he's as corrupt as a politician can get. So please wait til we get a leader in Canada that will get us back to a REAL partner with the US. An election is gonna happen real soon that will put a Prime Minister in place that will address the concerns of both of our countries and get things back to normal.....and it won't be Mark Carney!!!!!

That’s how a leader addresses the world. No mocking, no name calling. Just the facts. Mad props to you sir from this American.

Donald is what he should be addressed as, because he is not a President , he is a scumbag\n\nTrudeau, is a real leader!.

Trudeau and Canada are missing the bigger picture. It is beyond me why these politicians keep taking the bait by addressing these distractions like fentanyl. This has nothing to do with fentanyl. It has everything to do with Trump weakening Canada to seize control over the Northwest Passage per Putin’s instructions.

I like how he switches to really simple English the moment he addresses Trump directly.

Hey …can you address the port tax on boats transporting goods. 1.5 million $ when a boat delivers goods through US ports if the boat carrying the goods was built in China. What about américain transport companies using china built boats ? Hope my country cuts your electricity. Than maybe Americans will wake up to the global mess they let this clown show create.

If you support this then move there. It's super simple. Get out. Stop paying Canada period. Just go. When you do send us your address.

He addresses Americans like we don't already understand the tariffs Canada imposed on us. Do the math.

There are concerns regarding President Trump’s support for a nation that has faced considerable international criticism, as it may negatively affect America’s global reputation. Moreover, a trade war may not represent the most effective strategy for addressing the complex economic challenges at hand.

I can’t even imagine the US president addressing his country in it’s second language, Spanish, showing all citizens matter to him, let alone as clearly and succinctly as this. The difference in quality of communication is bewildering and astounding.

I am Canadian and I am envious of Americans because you have a leader who can stand for you guys, Canada’s economy has been suffering with his leadership even before Trump was elected but he is supporting /funding war , giving out tax payers to refugees he has been bringing who don’t contribute to tax. Hear him more concerned to Americans as opposed to announcing to us Canadians what is his plan for Canada to address tariff! Let USA do their thing , improve your leadership and don’t rely on other countries plans/decisions, unfortunately we are affected but it’s your job to make strategies of how you would address that. Dont blame Trump you could have thought of plans prior implementation