Outgoing Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau during one of his final media briefings broke down in front of reporters as he addressed his government’s USD 10-a-day childcare policy amid US President Donald Trump’s tariff policies.
A teary-eyed Trudeau said, "On a personal level - I've made sure every single day in this office, I've put Canadians first... I am here to tell you all that we got you. Even in the very last days of this government."
Trudeau, who has three days left as Canada's PM said that even in the last days of his government, he will not let Canadians down. "And that's why I'm here to tell you all that we got you. Even in the very last days of this government, we will not let Canadians down today and long into the future," he said to addressing the public.
The nine years of Trudeau’s tenure will come to a culmination after a Liberal Party leadership contest slated for this weekend. He had announced his resignation in January amid dipping popularity ratings and pressure from within his party.
Trudeau sees trade war for 'foreseeable future'
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said earlier on Thursday that he expects Canada and the U.S. to be in a trade war for the foreseeable future after having what he called a colorful but constructive call with Trump on Wednesday.
A senior Canadian government official said the call became heated and Trump used profanity when Trump complained about protections in Canada’s dairy industry. The official, who spoke on condition of anonymity as they were not authorized to speak publicly about the call, said Trudeau did not use profanity.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt deferred to Trump’s comments made to reporters in the Oval office about the call.
(With inputs from the Associated Press)