Canadian political leaders from all major parties have unanimously dismissed U.S. President Donald Trump's suggestion that Canada should become the 51st state. While Trump has repeatedly floated the idea, citing economic advantages and security, Canadian officials have firmly rejected it. King Charles III and Governor General Mary Simon have also declined to comment, highlighting the constitutional separation of the Crown from partisan politics.
The Canadian PressBritain's King Charles III arrives for a Sunday church service at St Mary the Virgin in Flitcham, England, Sunday Jan. 26, 2025.
The apparent joke has taken on a different tone in the weeks since then, with Trump referring to the Canadian border as an “artificially drawn line” and saying he would use economic force to absorb Canada. It would be highly unusual for the King to get involved in such matters, said Philippe Lagassé, an expert in the roles of Parliament and the Crown.
Trump’s comments have generated headlines around the world. He’s also said he wants to buy Greenland from Denmark, which insists the territory is not for sale. Canada, Denmark and the U.S. are fellow NATO allies.
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