Summary

Donald Trump reiterated his claim that Canada would be better as the U.S.’s 51st state, citing trade imbalances and lower taxes.

He also announced new 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, including from Canada, despite a recent 30-day reprieve.

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau has not formally responded, but a government source said they await official confirmation.

Trump criticized Canada’s defense spending and border security, despite recent Canadian commitments.

Canada previously retaliated against similar tariffs in 2018 before a 2019 trade deal resolved the dispute.

  • brucethemoose@lemmy.world
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    21 hours ago

    Hey, uh, if he wants another state…

    What about Puerto Rico?

    I’d love to hear the excuse against that vs. Greenland and Canada.

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      17 hours ago

      Theres a reason why he isn’t making the same threats against Mexico.

      There’s a reason he wants to resettle Palestinians before redeveloping Gaza.