Trump Insists Canada Could Become 51st State Amid Controversial Claims
President Trump reiterates his belief that Canada should join the U.S. as the 51st state, citing military support and tax benefits.
Trump’s talk of Canadian statehood has boosted Trudeau’s Liberal Party in polls ahead of the country’s federal election, which must be held on or before Oct. 20 of this year.
Trump says Canada ‘serious contender’ to be 51st state: ‘They need our protection’
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Trump incorrectly referred to Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as "Governor Trudeau" while doubling down on his intention to annex the country.
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Canada will be a very interesting situation because we just don't need their product and yet they survive off the fact that 95% of what they do.
Trump Says We Don't Need Products From Canada
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To say that most Canadian leaders aren’t interested in becoming a state would be an understatement.
Trump’s remarks on Canada becoming the 51st state raise a lot of questions
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If Canada were to join the U.S., its population of 41.6 million would make it the largest state, outpacing California’s 39.4 million residents.
Could Canada really become the 51st U.S. state? Here's what it would take.
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Whether her bold proposals resonate with Canadian voters remains to be seen, but her challenge to Trump's rhetoric is already making waves.
US invited to become Canada's 11th province
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Trump says he wants Canada to become the 51st US state. This is what it would mean
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Still, no major legislation is advancing that would extend an invitation to statehood to America's northern neighbor.
Could Canada Really Become the 51st US State? Here's What it Would Take
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Summary
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.
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