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Watch: 'You upgraded me to president' - Carney jokes with Trump after misstatement

Watch: 'You upgraded me to president' - Carney jokes with Trump after misstatement

Summary

During a speech at the 'Summit for Peace,' President Trump mistakenly called Mark Carney the president of Canada, although Carney is the prime minister. After the event, Carney jokingly thanked Trump for promoting him to president.

Key Facts

  • President Trump gave a speech at the 'Summit for Peace.'
  • He mistakenly referred to Mark Carney as the president of Canada.
  • Mark Carney is the current prime minister of Canada since March 2025.
  • After the meeting, Carney jokingly commented on Trump's error.
  • The event aimed to support a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.

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