Canada’s deputy PM resigns from cabinet as tensions with Trudeau rise over Trump tariffs

Chrystia Freeland, who is also minister of finance, says country faces ‘grave challenge’ from Trump policy

Canada’s deputy prime minister and minister of finance has resigned amid growing tensions with the prime minister, Justin Trudeau, over the looming threat posed by Donald Trump’s “America First” economic nationalism.

Chrystia Freeland stood down on Monday, just hours before she was due to release the country’s first economic plan ahead of the change of administration in Washington.

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Canada's Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland Resigns From Cabinet

Freeland cited conflict with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau over the direction of fiscal policy.
The Wall Street Journal - 2h
Canada’s finance minister Freeland resigns in blow to Trudeau

Senior Liberal blasts premier for ‘costly political gimmicks’ in face of Donald Trump’s tariff threats
Financial Times - 4h
Chrystia Freeland, Canada’s Deputy Prime Minister, Resigns From Cabinet

The departure of Ms. Freeland came hours before she was scheduled to outline the government’s commitments to improve border security with the United States.
The New York Times - 7h
Canada's finance minister resigns as Prime Minister Trudeau deals with declining popularity

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For Trudeau, Trump’s tariff threat is a test

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Trump Mocks Trudeau and Canada in Post on Tariffs and Trade

The president-elect’s mockery of Canada and its leader is the latest salvo after his promise to impose steep tariffs on Canadian exports.
The New York Times - 6d
Trump jabs at Canada, Trudeau as tariffs threats continue

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CBS News - 6d
Trump trolls Trudeau as Canada 'governor'

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The Hill - 6d
Trudeau says Americans are realizing Trump's tariffs on Canada would make life a lot more expensive

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