“We lose $200 to $250 billion a year supporting Canada … I think Canada should be the 51st state.”
In March 2025, Trump joked that Canada should become the 51st U.S. state, claiming the U.S. “loses $200–250 billion a year supporting Canada.” The remark triggered outrage in Ottawa and laughter abroad. Experts note that annexation would violate every treaty and principle of sovereignty.
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