President Trump has doubled down on his proposal for Canada to become the 51st U.S. state, asserting it would reduce Canadian taxes and enhance security. Trudeau remains opposed, though he acknowledged the seriousness of Trump’s claims in private discussions. Experts note that extensive legal and political hurdles exist for such statehood, requiring approval from Congress and possibly a Canadian referendum. Meanwhile, Trump criticized Canada’s military spending and lingering trade tensions, arguing Americans would benefit from Canadian resources without the current subsidy model, making statehood an interesting proposition despite widespread skepticism from Canadians.