Canadian politician Jagmeet Singh has strongly criticized Donald Trump's proposal to annex Canada, warning the incoming president that "there will be a price to pay" for attempting to provoke his country.
Why It Matters Trump has previously expressed interest in acquiring several foreign territories, including resource-rich Greenland, the Panama Canal, and Canada. He has suggested that Canada could become the 51st state of the United States.
Singh made his opposition clear in a video posted to X on Sunday, following the resignation of Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau the previous week.
What to Know Singh, leader of the New Democratic Party, stated, "I have a message for Donald Trump: Our country is not for sale—now or ever. I've traveled across this country, and I can tell you Canadians are a proud people. We stand by our nation and are prepared to defend it with everything we've got."
He continued, citing the ongoing forest fires in Canada: "When disaster strikes, Canadian firefighters are there to help—this is who we are. We show up for each other. But if Trump thinks he can pick a fight with us, there will be consequences."
Singh added, "If Trump imposes tariffs on Canada, we should respond with reciprocal tariffs. I believe any prime minister candidate should have the same stance."
Trump has claimed that the U.S. subsidizes Canada to the tune of $100 million annually, which he argues is illogical. He also suggested that many Canadians would favor becoming the 51st state due to tax and military benefits, writing on Truth Social in December: "51st State!!!"
Trump has also threatened a 25% tariff on all goods from Canada and Mexico if they do not curb immigration and the trade of illicit drugs.
What People Are Saying Pierre Poilievre, leader of Canada's Conservative Party and a leading candidate to replace Trudeau as prime minister, responded on X: "Canada will never be the 51st state. We are an independent, proud nation and a great ally to the U.S. We have spent billions and lost hundreds of lives aiding Americans in their fight against Al-Qaeda after 9/11. We supply the U.S. with reliable, affordable energy and purchase billions in American goods."
Prime Minister Trudeau, during an appearance on MSNBC’s Inside with Jen Psaki, addressed Trump’s remarks, saying, "This isn’t out of the blue. My focus is on the immediate issue of tariffs that could increase costs for Americans, and we’ll respond robustly if that happens."
What Happens Next Trump will assume office on January 20, and his official stance on Canada will soon be revealed. Supporters of the president-elect argue that such threats are typically aimed at bringing parties to the negotiation table.
Meanwhile, Canada is preparing for a general election by October 20, 2025, while Trudeau's Liberal Party seeks a new leader to head the election campaign.
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