Summary

Donald Trump’s push to annex Canada as the 51st U.S. state is confusing due to its sudden and unexplained emergence.

Initially praising Canada as an ally, Trump now aggressively seeks annexation, imposing tariffs, criticizing trade deficits, and challenging established borders and treaties.

Former officials and congressional Republicans express bewilderment, stating they have “no clue” about Trump’s motivation.

Canadian leaders and the U.S. business community strongly oppose the move, citing sovereignty and economic harm.

Republicans also question Trump’s strategy, noting annexation would add millions of liberal-leaning voters and complicate American politics.

  • Zerlyna@lemmy.world
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    1 day ago

    Each province should be a state! We will be come blue as a country and can have Medicare for all and high speed rail.

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      9 hours ago

      No chance. Canada would be a guerrilla war zone for many, many years. One of Canadian’s most important identities is being not American.

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        4 hours ago

        Oh yes I know. Have several Canadian friends. Used to work for a company outside TO. I’m totally in step with them. I’m hoping one will adopt me.