NY State Senator Faces Criticism for Suggesting Secession to Canada Over Trump’s Re-Election

Sen. Liz Krueger’s comments about withholding federal taxes and joining Canada resurface after Trump’s victory, sparking backlash and debate over state-federal relations.

New York State Senator Liz Krueger suggested withholding federal taxes and proposed the idea of New York and neighboring states joining Canada in response to Donald Trump's re-election.
Krueger characterized her remarks as a joke but emphasized serious concerns over potential federal funding cuts under Trump’s administration, particularly for Medicaid and infrastructure projects.
The suggestion drew sharp criticism from Republicans, who dismissed the idea as unrealistic and unserious, with some mocking her comments on social media.
Krueger highlighted the need for 'outside the box' solutions to protect New Yorkers from what she described as Trump’s 'vindictive and destructive policies.'
Trump’s re-election marked improved Republican performance in traditionally Democratic northeastern states, with New York seeing the highest GOP vote share in over 30 years.