Overview

• President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Mark Carney held a tense Oval Office meeting, discussing U.S. tariffs and trade relations.
• Trump floated the idea of Canada becoming the 51st U.S. state, calling it a 'fantastic marriage,' but Carney firmly stated, 'Canada is not for sale.'
• Carney emphasized that the only viable path forward is a partnership between the two nations, rejecting any notions of annexation.
• Trump promised a 'very, very positive' announcement before his upcoming trip to Saudi Arabia but did not provide specifics.
• The meeting underscored continued tensions over U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods, with no immediate trade agreement or tariff relief announced.