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Canadian Superhero Captain Canuck Resurges as Symbol of Resistance Against U.S. Annexation Threats

Amid escalating U.S.-Canada tensions, Captain Canuck's revival in comics reflects growing nationalist pride and cultural backlash against Trump's policies.

  • Donald Trump's annexation threats and punitive tariffs have intensified U.S.-Canada tensions, sparking widespread protests across Canada.
  • Canadian comic book hero Captain Canuck has been revived as a symbol of national independence and resistance, with the character confronting Trump and Musk in a new storyline.
  • The latest Captain Canuck comics depict Trump as a supervillain and Elon Musk as his sidekick, resonating with Canadians frustrated by U.S. economic and political pressure.
  • Interim Canadian leadership has called for snap polls to secure a strong mandate in response to U.S. actions, reflecting the political fallout of the crisis.
  • The resurgence of Captain Canuck has united Canadians, with the character's 50th anniversary issue becoming a cultural touchstone in the face of U.S. aggression.
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