By Gwurld4026 
Emotional Trudeau Reflects on US Tariff Challenges
In a recent press conference, Canada’s outgoing Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, became visibly emotional while addressing the nation’s response to escalating trade tensions with the United States. Struggling to maintain composure, Trudeau emphasized his commitment to prioritizing Canadians, stating, “I made sure that every single day in this office, I put Canadians first… we will not let Canadians down today and well into the future.”
The tensions arose after U.S. President Donald Trump imposed a 25% tariff on all goods imported from Canada and Mexico, citing national security concerns related to migrant and fentanyl flows.
In retaliation, Trudeau announced 25% tariffs on $155 billion worth of U.S. goods, with $30 billion of those duties taking effect immediately.
The trade dispute has significantly impacted the Canadian economy, leading to heightened nationalism and public displays of discontent, such as the booing of the U.S. national anthem at sports events.
Despite these challenges, Trudeau expressed confidence in Canada’s resilience and pride in his administration’s achievements during his tenure.
As Trudeau prepares to step down, the Liberal Party is set to choose a new leader, with former Bank of Canada and Bank of England chief Mark Carney emerging as the frontrunner.