Mr. Speaker, these tariffs are unacceptable, and we will take strong action to protect Canada's interests.
These tariffs will hurt American workers and the industry. The United States actually has a surplus in the steel and aluminum trade with Canada. Canada is a reliable supplier of steel and aluminum for the American defence and security sector.
The idea that Canada could constitute a threat to national security is frankly absurd. Canadian workers need to know that their government will always have their backs.