Quebec minister apologizes for profane outburst at Trump

Quebec Economy Minister Bernard Drainville told U.S. President Donald Trump "f— you, esti" during a radio interview Wednesday, prompting CAQ Leader Christine Fréchette to order him to retract the remark. Drainville made the comment while discussing Trump's new tariffs and alleged American interference in Quebec's election campaign, saying "We don't belong to Trump." Fréchette called the language "inappropriate" and "counterproductive," though she understood the anger behind it. Drainville later apologized on X for his "inappropriate" wording but stood by his sentiment. The outburst followed Trump's attack on Canada, where he accused the country of "ripping off" the U.S. and insulted Prime Minister Mark Carney and Ontario Premier Doug Ford.