Trump Weighs in on Canadian Politics, Fentanyl Figures, and More
U.S. President Donald Trump has once again inserted himself into Canadian politics, this time criticizing Liberal leadership candidate Chrystia Freeland and claiming that Conservative leadership candidate Pierre Poilievre is not a "MAGA guy." This comes as the deadline for Trump to impose steep tariffs on Canadian goods looms closer.
In an interview with The Spectator, Trump called Freeland "terrible" and "a whack," and claimed credit for her resignation as finance minister. He did not comment on Freeland's rivals for the Liberal leadership.
Meanwhile, a Globe and Mail investigation has found that the Trump administration is using misleading fentanyl figures to justify tariffs against Canada. The investigation found that the administration is relying on a dataset that includes drugs traced to Mexico.
The Canadian economy outpaced expectations in the final quarter of the year, with Statistics Canada linking the increase in real gross domestic product largely to a surge in household spending.
Ontario voter turnout rate is on par with the record low in the 2022 election, according to early results.
Quebec is considering extending its religious symbols ban to school staff other than teachers.
Many public servants in the biggest departments are breaking Ottawa's remote work rules.
Wayne Gretzky's wife, Janet Gretzky, has joined Donald Trump and Bobby Orr in defending the hockey legend after Trump called him "the greatest Canadian."
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is in Ottawa but has no public events scheduled. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is attending a party fundraising event at a Toronto-area golf and country club. Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly is participating in a conversation event about the Canada-U.S. relationship in Vancouver. Liberal leadership candidate Mark Carney is holding an evening meet-and-greet event with Oakville MP and cabinet minister Anita Anand in Oakville, Ont. Liberal leadership candidate Chrystia Freeland is scheduled to speak to supporters in Edmonton on Saturday.
Leslie Frost, the Progressive Conservative premier of Ontario between 1949 and 1961.
10 Comments
Ongania
Trump is right to call out Freeland. She is a terrible politician who has done a poor job as finance minister.
Manolo Noriega
The Globe and Mail investigation is biased and unreliable. It is no surprise that it is attacking Trump.
Fuerza
Many public servants are breaking Ottawa's remote work rules. This is a sign of a lack of trust and transparency in government.
Manolo Noriega
Trudeau has been a strong and effective leader. He has stood up to Trump and protected Canadian interests.
Fuerza
It's time for a change in government. The Liberals have been in power for too long.
Noir Black
Poilievre is the best choice for Conservative leader. He is a strong and charismatic leader who will stand up to Trudeau.
Katchuka
Trump has no business interfering in Canadian politics. He should focus on America's own problems.
BuggaBoom
The low voter turnout in Ontario is a real concern. We need to do more to engage citizens in the political process.
Loubianka
We need to give the Liberals another chance. They are the best party to lead Canada.
Eugene Alta
The low voter turnout in Ontario is a sign that people are disillusioned with the political process.