U.S. President Donald Trump renewed one of his sharpest insults toward Canada on Saturday, calling Prime Minister Mark Carney a “governor” and threatening to impose 100 per cent tariffs on Canadian goods.
Trump made the comments on Truth Social after Canada announced new trade agreements with China. He accused Carney of trying to turn Canada into a “drop-off port” for Chinese products entering the United States and warned that any deal with China would trigger massive tariffs.
The remarks revive language Trump previously used against former prime minister Justin Trudeau and signal worsening relations between Ottawa and Washington. Until now, Trump had avoided using the “governor” label for Carney.
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe criticized the tariff threat, saying it damages free and fair trade. He said Canada must protect its own interests, diversify trade partners and continue supporting the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement.
Carney responded by urging Canadians to support domestic businesses. In a social media post, he promoted the federal government’s “buy Canadian” policy and said Canada must focus on what it can control, including investing in housing, infrastructure and defence.
Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc rejected Trump’s claims, saying Canada is not pursuing a free trade deal with China. He said recent talks focused on resolving tariff issues and stressed that Canada remains committed to its economic and security partnership with the United States.
The dispute comes as Canada moves to strengthen trade ties with China, including recent agreements to reduce tariffs on electric vehicles and agricultural products.
