JD Vance reportedly mocks Carney for trying to ‘out-tough’ Trump on trade
Audio recording of US vice-president apparently made at New York fundraiser and shared with Canadian Press
TL;DR
- Leaked audio reportedly captures US Vice President JD Vance mocking Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's trade negotiation style.
- Vance is heard in the recording saying Carney tries to "out-tough Donald Trump" but ultimately "climb[s] down on a lot of issues."
- The audio emerged during tense trade negotiations where the US has threatened tariffs on Canada.
- Canadian officials are reportedly close to a deal that may include allowing US alcohol sales in exchange for avoiding tariffs.
- The White House cited Canada's ban on US alcohol sales as retaliation for discriminatory treatment.
- Canadian provincial premiers have confirmed requests to put US alcohol back on shelves.
- One premier encouraged continued boycott of US products, stating "We've done an amazing job of sticking together."
- Another premier expressed respect for Carney's approach but believes Canada should stand firm, calling Trump "weak."