Summary
Donald Trump reiterated his claim that Canada would be better as the U.S.’s 51st state, citing trade imbalances and lower taxes.
He also announced new 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, including from Canada, despite a recent 30-day reprieve.
Canadian PM Justin Trudeau has not formally responded, but a government source said they await official confirmation.
Trump criticized Canada’s defense spending and border security, despite recent Canadian commitments.
Canada previously retaliated against similar tariffs in 2018 before a 2019 trade deal resolved the dispute.
I’m so tired of this shit.
That’s the point. He has megaphones pointed at everywhere you are, you’re supposed to be tired of it and just roll over. That’s his plan…
With every blast of the megaphone my reaction to smash it increases. At this rate my first bonus is being spent on freedom loot.