U.S.-Canada Relations Strain Over Trump’s 51st State Proposal and Tariffs

Canadian MP Charlie Angus denounces President Trump’s rhetoric and trade policies, while Canadian citizens boycott American goods and travel.

President Donald Trump suggested that Canada would benefit economically and militarily by becoming the 51st state of the United States, a comment that has sparked significant backlash in Canada.
Canadian MP Charlie Angus strongly criticized the proposal, calling it an 'act of war' and accusing Trump of undermining Canada's sovereignty and economic stability.
Angus also condemned the Trump administration's tariffs on Canadian goods, linking them to economic uncertainty and labeling U.S. trade policies as chaotic and harmful.
Canadian citizens have responded by boycotting American businesses and canceling travel to the United States, reflecting growing frustration with U.S. policies.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio downplayed the tensions, framing the situation as a policy disagreement between the two governments, while Canadian officials maintain their opposition to Trump’s actions.