Trudeau's dinner with Trump helps address tariff concerns, says Canadian ambassador

Canada's ambassador to the U.S. stated that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's recent dinner with President-elect Donald Trump was crucial in addressing concerns over tariffs. Trudeau emphasized the differences between Canada and Mexico regarding drug and migrant flows. During the dinner, Trudeau presented data showing minimal fentanyl trafficking from Canada and low illegal crossings compared to Mexico. The ambassador noted that U.S. customs seized significantly more fentanyl at the Mexican border. While Trump described the discussions as productive, he did not back down from his tariff threats. The meeting included key Trump nominees and focused on trade balances, with Canada ready to enhance border security measures.