Donald Trump says he wants to attach Canada as a 51st US state, citing commercial deficits and natural resources, while Justin Trudeau reacts to intentions
Donald Trump says he wishes to annex Canada seriously as a 51st US state, citing commercial deficits and natural resources, while Justin Trudeau warns of the US president’s intentions.
In an interview shown during Super Bowl’s preshow, Trump reiterated his position, citing commercial deficits and Canada’s richness of natural resources as motivations.
Trump and the attachment proposal of Canada
During the interview with Fox News, Trump was asked by host Bret Baier if his proposal to attach Canada was “something real.” He replied, “Yes, it is.” The US president argued that Canada would be “much better” as 51st state, claiming that the US misses $ 200 billion annually in commercial relations with the neighboring country.
However, experts point out that the US does not subsidize Canada. In fact, the United States imports Canadian products such as oil and other natural resources, which explains the $ 72 billion commercial deficit by 2023.
Justin Trudeau reaction and Canadian concerns
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau warned that Trump’s proposal is “something real” and is linked to the president’s interest in Canada’s natural resources.
In a closed meeting with business and union leaders, Trudeau said: “Mr. Trump has in mind that the easiest way to access our resources is absorbing our country.”
The idea of annexation is widely unpopular among the Canadians, who see the proposal as a threat to their sovereignty.
Commercial tensions and tariffs
Trump also criticized Canada for his military and commercial dependence on the US. He stated that the neighboring country “is not viable” without trade with the United States and questioned why the US should protect Canada, a founding member of NATO.
In addition, the US president threatened to impose 25% rates on Canada and Mexico steel and aluminum imports, unless the two countries meet their demands on border safety and drug trafficking.
Super Bowl and other interview topics
Trump’s interview took place during Super Bowl’s pre-show, a traditional event for American presidents. He also talked about Elon Musk’s work in government reform, defending the billionaire’s efforts to reduce public spending.
In addition, Trump joked about his dance steps, which became viral on social networks, saying, “Sometimes I try to get out without dancing, but I can’t. I have to dance. ”
With information from Time*
Source: https://www.ocafezinho.com/2025/02/11/canada-como-51o-estado-trump-diz-que-a-ideia-e-seria/
