Summary

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, in a private meeting inadvertently broadcast via a hot mic, warned that Donald Trump is seriously considering annexing Canada to secure its critical mineral resources.

Speaking to business and labor leaders, Trudeau claimed Trump’s administration is keenly aware of Canada’s resource wealth and sees annexation as a means to control it.

The comments, cut off after staff realized they were audible, underscore growing economic and political tensions.

He also stressed the need to diversify trade, noting, “Geography means we’re always going to both benefit and be challenged by trade with the United States.”

  • OutlierBlue@lemmy.ca
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    2 months ago

    Trump has zero sense of humour. He never jokes. Every comment he makes is a serious possibility in his mind.

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      2 months ago

      His best trait is his comedy skills in my honest opinion. He absolutely has a sense of humour. And I’m an angry Canadian who would put a bullet in the guy’s head if I could.

      Dude is funny. That’s why he’s in office.

      The thing is that there is a truth behind every joke.

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        2 months ago

        Sorry, but no. You might have brain damage if you think he’s funny.

        • Kalysta@lemm.ee
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          2 months ago

          He is funny. In the sense that we’re all laughing AT him, not with him.