Peter Navarro, Trump's trade advisor, has issued a warning to Canada that any further interference in the U.S. midterms could result in severe consequences. Navarro has also urged Canadian lobbyists to cease from U.S. affairs. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has stated that Canada has no plans to apply additional trade pressure as the U.S. midterms approach. Trump has expressed his appreciation for Canadians, particularly Wayne Gretzky, but criticized Canada's leadership, describing them as poor and indicating that Canada is being taught a lesson in trade matters.