Much better off’: Donald Trump doubles down on Canada becoming 51st state

President Donald Trump has reiterated his proposal for Canada to become the 51st U.S. state, asserting that such a move would be mutually beneficial. In a recent interview, he stated, "I think Canada would be much better off being the 51st state because we lose $200 billion a year with Canada. And I'm not going to let that happen. It's too much." citeturn0search0

Trump has previously suggested that Canada's economic dependence on the U.S. and its limited military capabilities make it a suitable candidate for statehood. He has also threatened to impose significant tariffs on Canadian imports, particularly steel and aluminum, to address what he perceives as economic imbalances. citeturn0search2

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has taken these statements seriously, acknowledging that Trump's annexation talk is "a real thing" and suggesting it may be linked to Canada's rich natural resources. Trudeau has emphasized Canada's sovereignty and independence in response to these proposals. citeturn0search3

The idea of Canada becoming a U.S. state has been met with strong opposition from Canadians, with recent polls indicating a lack of support for such a move. Experts and officials have expressed concerns about the implications for Canada's sovereignty and the potential impact on U.S.-Canada relations. citeturn0news14

This proposal is part of a broader pattern of President Trump's unconventional foreign policy initiatives, which have included suggestions to purchase Greenland and rename the Gulf of Mexico to the "Gulf of America." These actions have sparked debates about the administration's approach to international relations and territorial expansion.
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