Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that U.S. tariffs on Canada will be paused for 30 days, following President Donald Trump’s decision to impose tariffs on imports from Canada. In response, frustrated sports fans in arenas across Canada began booing loudly during the U.S. national anthem at NHL and NBA games. This trend started in Ottawa and continued in Calgary, Toronto, and Vancouver. The fans expressed their displeasure during the anthem, particularly after Trump declared an economic emergency and imposed taxes of 25% on imports from Canada, including energy products. Video footage posted on social media showed fans booing during the anthem, with the jeers growing louder towards the end. This trend continued in other cities where NHL and NBA games were taking place.
Players and fans alike expressed their disappointment and frustration at the situation. Red Wings forward Patrick Kane and Raptors forward Chris Boucher both commented on the booing, with Boucher highlighting the impact of the tariffs on Canada as a reason for the behavior. While booing the U.S. anthem is rare, it has occurred in the past in response to world events, such as the U.S.-led war against Iraq in the early 2000s. The reactions from fans at these games demonstrate the level of dissatisfaction and opposition to the tariffs imposed by the U.S. government on Canada.
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