Overview

• At a June 13 festival in Bloomington, Illinois, Ross waved a U.S. flag, called the United States “the best country in the world” and led the crowd in a “USA! USA! USA!” chant.
• A TikTok video of his onstage remarks posted by user @amamabear324 has been met with a flood of negative responses accusing him of favoring the U.S. over Canada.
• Some commentators argue his pro-American stance conflicts with the grassroots Elbows Up movement and broader Canadian unease over relations with President Donald Trump.
• Heritage Canada has maintained Ross’s spot on the July 1 Ottawa Canada Day concert lineup despite ongoing public pushback.
• Earlier this year, the Burlington, Ontario–born singer won a JUNO Award for Country Music Album of the Year and had publicly affirmed his pride in being Canadian.