‘Stop trying to be tough’: PM Mark Carney fires back at President Trump as US-Canada trade fight escalates
- Posted on September 1, 2026
- By Chicago Tribune
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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has publicly criticized the Trump administration's approach to ongoing trade negotiations, urging officials to abandon inflammatory rhetoric and social media tactics. Carney's statement represents a significant escalation in diplomatic tensions between the two nations, as Canada faces mounting pressure from aggressive trade policies. The Prime Minister's direct challenge signals Ottawa's determination to defend national interests while calling for a more professional and substantive dialogue focused on resolving core economic disputes.
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