Mark Carney, Canada’s newly elected prime minister, has strongly criticized Donald Trump, accusing him of harming Canada’s economy with unjustified tariffs. Following Justin Trudeau’s tearful farewell, Carney vowed to continue resisting Trump’s trade policies, praising Canadians for boycotting American goods.
Trump has suggested annexing Canada as the “51st state” and imposed 25% tariffs on Canadian imports. In response, Canada has enacted retaliatory tariffs on $30 billion worth of U.S. goods.
Tensions escalate as Trump claims Canada relies on the U.S. for survival and should either join the U.S. or face more tariffs. Carney insists on defending Canada’s sovereignty, calling this a “nation-defining moment.” A general election is expected before fall.
