Trudeau meets Trump at Mar-a-Lago as tariffs loom

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau visited Florida to meet with President Donald Trump, following Trump’s threat to impose a 25% tariff on Canadian goods. Trudeau’s plane landed in Palm Beach, and he was seen dining with Trump and other guests. The two leaders had a conversation where they discussed the challenges they face. Trump had previously announced his plan to impose tariffs on goods from Mexico and Canada, citing issues with drugs and illegal immigration. President Joe Biden criticized Trump’s announcement as counterproductive. Canada and Mexico are major suppliers of goods to the U.S., with Canada sending about 75% of its exports to the U.S. The proposed tariffs would impact various industries, including vehicles, dairy, paper products, and building supplies. Trump has a history of advocating for tariffs, particularly on China. Critics argue that these tariffs would ultimately raise costs for consumers. The meeting between Trudeau and Trump was seen as an opportunity to address these trade tensions and work towards a resolution.

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