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Chrystia Freeland: “I and the vast majority of Canadians consider that name-calling by the president to be juvenile, but also a compliment.”

On the recordMarch 6, 2025
I and the vast majority of Canadians consider that name-calling by the president to be juvenile, but also a compliment.
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Chrystia Freeland

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Freeland responds to President Trump's personal attacks and discusses her approach to negotiations with the U.S.

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