'Together, what a great nation it would be': Donald Trump, Elon Musk react to Justin Trudeau's resignation

CTV National News: Trump reacts to Trudeau Trump wasted no time weighing in on Canada's political turmoil by commenting on Trudeau stepping down. Joy Malbon reports.

Amid news of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's resignation as leader of the Liberal party on Monday morning, reactions from prominent figures began piling in.

Following weeks of jabs made by U.S. president-elect Donald Trump, the Republican leader reiterated his stance on Canada becoming a U.S. state.

"Many people in Canada LOVE being the 51st State. The United States can no longer suffer the massive Trade Deficits and Subsidies that Canada needs to stay afloat. Justin Trudeau knew this, and resigned," Trump posted to Truth Social.

"If Canada merged with the U.S., there would be no Tariffs, taxes would go way down, and they would be TOTALLY SECURE from the threat of the Russian and Chinese Ships that are constantly surrounding them. Together, what a great Nation it would be!!!"

X owner and Tesla CEO Elon Musk took to social media to comment on the announcement.

"2025 is looking good," he replied to an X user who in part said, "Trump won. Trudeau resigned."

Trudeau, in a historic announcement, stepped down as the leader of the Liberal party but declared his intention to stay on as prime minister until a new leader is chosen.

"Last night over dinner, I told my kids about the decision I'm sharing with you today," he said in his speech. "This country deserves a real choice in the next election, and it has become clear to me that if I'm having to fight internal battles, I cannot be the best option in that election."

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