Trump Praises Tariffs Strategy, Says Trudeau Visited to Discuss Border Following Threat

December 9, 2024 TruthUSA

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump is praising his tariff threat against Canada and Mexico, highlighting Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s prompt visit to discuss Trump’s border concerns.

In an interview with NBC News’ “Meet the Press” aired on Dec. 8, Trump mentioned Trudeau “flew to Mar-a-Lago within about 15 seconds after the call ended.”

Trump was referring to a call Trudeau made to him on Nov. 25, shortly after the incoming U.S. president threatened a 25% tariff on Canada and Mexico if they don’t address illegal migration and drug smuggling at their borders.

Trudeau visited Trump at his private club in Palm Beach, Florida, on Nov. 29.

In recent days, Ottawa has been increasing border security by purchasing new surveillance equipment and deploying extra human resources. A formal plan is yet to be announced, but it is expected before Trump’s inauguration on Jan. 20, according to Public Safety Minister Dominic LeBlanc.

Trump has vowed to implement the tariffs on his first day in office. During the “Meet the Press” interview, Trump reiterated his support for tariffs, calling them the “most beautiful word,” while criticizing the U.S.’ trade relationships with other countries.