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Trump Urges Canadians to Consider U.S. Statehood as Federal Election Unfolds

In a controversial appeal, President Trump promises economic benefits and zero tariffs, while Canadian leaders vow to defend sovereignty.

Prime Minister of Canada and Liberal Party Leader Mark Carney is seen delivering a speech to supporters during a rally on April 23, 2025, in Surrey, Canada. (Photo by Rich Lam/Getty Images)
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U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to the media as he departs the White House on April 25, 2025, in Washington, D.C.

Overview

  • President Donald Trump called on Canadians to vote for statehood, claiming it would halve taxes, quadruple economic growth, and eliminate tariffs.
  • Trump’s remarks, posted on Truth Social, coincide with Canada’s federal election to elect 343 members of Parliament and determine the next Prime Minister.
  • Liberal leader Mark Carney and Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre strongly rejected Trump’s proposal, emphasizing the importance of Canadian independence.
  • The U.S. administration, through Secretary of State Marco Rubio, stated no formal steps have been taken toward merging the two nations.
  • Trump’s annexation rhetoric follows recent tariffs on Canadian goods, highlighting the economic interdependence between the two countries.