Yesterday evening, Trump said he was thinking of imposing the 25 per cent tariffs early next month. “I think we’ll do it February 1st.” Trump stated, mentioning that it would make the United States “rich as hell.”
Alberta’s Premier, Danielle Smith blames Justin Trudeau for any damaged relationships between Canada and the United States. “If there’s a failure of leadership, and if there’s damage to the relationship, it’s 100 per cent at the feet of Justin Trudeau.” Said Smith. She believes that a resolution will be formed using diplomacy, not retaliation. “I don’t know that this particular President responds well to threats.” She has since been criticized for not taking a “Team Canada” approach.