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Francis characterized Trump as a “verbal wrecking ball,” hinting that his comments resonate with genuine policy concerns regarding Canada’s contributions to shared defense and economic responsibilities. With U.S. defense spending covering many of Canada’s inadequacies, she argued that Canada must reassess its role, especially given security concerns like drug trafficking and international migration across the Canadian border.
According to Francis, Trump's comments should serve as a wake-up call to Canadians about the importance of addressing economic and security investments. The discussion raised the point that Canada’s challenge lies in its failure to fully engage in effective border management, particularly in the face of rising drug trade and security threats.