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Trump’s press secretary called Canada’s Prime Minister “Joe Trudeau,” and Twitter’s off to the races

Press secretary and enemy of enunciation Sean Spicer (artist rendering above) had a lot on his plate during a Tuesday press conference, what with leaks and scandals plaguing his boss’ administration.

And while the majority of the conference was dominated by the Michael Flynn debacle, Spicer did find a moment to discuss Trump’s Monday meeting with the Prime Minister of Canada, Mr. Trudeau.

Mr. Joe Trudeau, that is.

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“Yesterday the president set — had an incredibly productive set of meetings and discussions with Prime Minster Joe Trudeau of Canada,” he said, “focusing on our shared commitment to close co-operation in addressing both the challenges facing our two countries and the problems throughout the world. Our countries share a profound economic interest, with more than $2 billion in two-way trade flowing across our border every day.”

We’re sure the actual Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau, was happy to hear he made such a good impression.

Naturally, Twitter is having a field day:

 

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