Trump is back to making major deals once again.
Soon to be President Donald Trump has once again taken aim at Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, posting a message on Truth Social early Tuesday morning that stirred attention. Trump humorously referred to Trudeau as “Governor Justin Trudeau of the Great State of Canada,” signaling his ongoing frustration with the Prime Minister’s leadership on trade and immigration issues.
“It was great to have dinner recently with Governor Justin Trudeau of the Great State of Canada,” Trump wrote. “I am looking forward to meeting with the Governor soon so that we can continue our lengthy talks on Tariffs and Trade, the results of which will be truly great for everyone!” The two met recently at Trump’s home in Florida, with both men calling the meeting “productive.”
While the details of their conversation have not been fully revealed, it’s clear that Trump remains adamant about holding Canada and Mexico accountable for the crisis at the southern border. Trump has proposed imposing a 25% tariff on goods from both nations, citing their failure to control illegal immigration and the flow of dangerous drugs, including fentanyl, into the U.S. “The United States is not going to sit idly by as our residents fall victim to this drug epidemic,” Trump said in a Truth Social post last week.
In his meeting with Trudeau, Trump also made waves by suggesting that if Canada’s economy were to be decimated by tariffs, maybe it should become the 51st state of the Union. This sharp remark underscores Trump’s no-nonsense approach to foreign policy, particularly when it comes to protecting American workers and interests.
The timing of these statements is significant. Just days before meeting with Trudeau, Trump threatened heavy tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports, citing the “open border” policies that have contributed to rising crime and illegal immigration. As president, Trump renegotiated the outdated North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), replacing it with the U.S.-Mexico-Canada deal (USMCA), which modernized trade rules to better reflect 21st-century challenges. However, Trump’s stance on tariffs continues to dominate his rhetoric as he prepares for his return to office.
Whether or not tariffs will remain on the table after Trump takes office again remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: he is committed to protecting America’s borders, securing fair trade deals, and confronting the drug crisis head-on. For Trump, there are no compromises when it comes to putting America first.