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“Canada Wants to Join Us”: Trump Makes Bold Claim, Canada Says ‘Absolutely Not’
Washington, D.C., May , 2025 —
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has never been one to hold back. But his latest claim — that Canada wants to become the 51st state of the United States — has left many Canadians stunned, confused, and, in some cases, outright offended.
Speaking at a rally in Florida earlier this week, Trump suggested that Canada could join the U.S. in exchange for free access to an upcoming American missile defense system. The crowd cheered. Social media lit up. And in Ottawa, jaws dropped.
“I told Canada, which very much wants to be part of our fabulous Golden Dome System, that it’ll cost $61 billion unless they become our 51st state,” Trump said, referencing his proposed missile defense initiative.
Canada’s Reply? A Polite but Firm “No.”
Prime Minister Mark Carney, currently in the U.S. for diplomatic talks, didn’t wait long to respond.
“Canada is not for sale,” he told reporters during a joint appearance with Trump in Washington. “We are proud of our sovereignty, and frankly, some places aren’t up for negotiation. Canada is one of them.”
His statement was direct — and pointed. It echoed the sentiments of millions of Canadians who took to social media to express frustration and disbelief at Trump’s remarks.
Reactions on Both Sides of the Border
The idea that Canada, a G7 country with its own military and economy, would merge into the U.S. as a state was, to many, more comedy than concern.
“We don’t even want American cheese in our poutine. Why would we want to be a U.S. state?” joked one Ottawa-based columnist.
But others took the situation seriously, warning that Trump’s statement could further strain diplomatic ties at a time when U.S.-Canada relations are already tense over trade and defense cooperation.
Meanwhile, a few American commentators saw the comment as a typical Trump-style negotiation tactic — bold, brash, and built to dominate headlines.
What Do Canadians Think?
A recent national survey conducted by CanadaView found that 85% of Canadians oppose joining the United States, with most citing differences in healthcare, gun laws, and political culture.
“We like our system just fine,” said one Montreal resident. “We’ll pass on the drama.”
Bigger Picture: Symbol or Strategy?
Experts believe Trump’s statement is less about Canada and more about building pressure around his “Golden Dome” defense system. By creating a narrative that other countries “want in,” he increases public urgency — and perhaps opens the door for domestic support and funding.
Still, Canada isn’t biting.
“We’re allies. We’re neighbors. But we’re not property,” Prime Minister Carney added.
Final Word
In classic Trump fashion, the line between negotiation and provocation remains blurry. But one thing is crystal clear: Canada has no plans to trade in its flag for stars and stripes.
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