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Oh, Trudeau, Trudeau, Trudeau. Why do you have to make things so complicated? Heading to a dinner at the White House with Joe Biden in attendance? That’s like stepping into a political minefield wearing roller skates. And to top it off, Biden’s health is shakier than a Jenga tower in an earthquake.

I can just imagine Trudeau nervously sipping his drink as he tries to engage in small talk with Biden, who’s probably nodding off in his soup by 8 p.m. Talk about bad timing. I can picture it now - Trudeau desperately trying to steer the conversation away from politics to keep Biden awake, resorting to telling dad jokes and performing magic tricks just to keep the president’s eyes open.

And let’s not forget the real reason Trudeau is in Washington - the NATO summit. While he’s trying to make polite conversation with a sleepy Biden, he also has to navigate the treacherous waters of Ukraine’s ongoing battle with Russia. It’s like trying to juggle flaming chainsaws while walking a tightrope over a tank of hungry sharks.

I bet Trudeau is regretting his decision to attend this dinner faster than you can say “Sorry, eh.” He probably thought it would be a great opportunity to showcase his diplomatic skills and build relationships with key world leaders. But instead, he’s stuck playing babysitter to a tired and cranky president who’s one cup of warm milk away from falling asleep on his plate.

I can just see the headlines now: “Trudeau’s White House Dinner Derailed by Sleepy Joe Biden.” It’s like a sitcom plot gone horribly wrong. The comedic potential is endless - from Biden mistaking Trudeau for his childhood pet to Trudeau accidentally spilling red wine on the presidential carpet.

But hey, at least Trudeau can take comfort in the fact that he’s not the only one dealing with a difficult dinner date. NATO leaders are probably having their own share of awkward encounters and uncomfortable conversations. It’s like a high-stakes reality show where the winner gets to avoid international conflict for another day.

So here’s to you, Justin Trudeau, our fearless leader facing the ultimate test of diplomacy and endurance. May your dinner at the White House be filled with unexpected twists, absurd moments, and hopefully, a dessert course that’s worth staying awake for. And if all else fails, just remember - tomorrow is a new day, and there’s always takeout.