President-elect Trump on Monday reignited his proposal for Canada to join the United States as the 51st state, touting economic and strategic benefits for Canadians just hours after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation.
“Many people in Canada LOVE being the 51st State. The United States can no longer suffer the massive Trade Deficits and Subsidies that Canada needs to stay afloat. Justin Trudeau knew this, and resigned,” Trump wrote on Truth Social.
“If Canada merged with the U.S., there would be no Tariffs, taxes would go way down, and they would be TOTALLY SECURE from the threat of the Russian and Chinese Ships that are constantly surrounding them. Together, what a great Nation it would be!!!” he added.
Fox News reportedin December that Trump brought up the merger idea to Trudeau in person when the pair met …