Trump reiterates idea of Canada as 51st U.S. state

April 15, 2025, 4:21 pm

Separate updates have covered former President Trump’s continued insistence that Canada could benefit from joining the United States as its 51st state. Officials from the White House and his press secretary have maintained this controversial position, reiterating the proposal despite widespread criticism. The reports underscore the persistence of the idea and its potential implications, sparking political debate both in the United States and across the Canadian border over the merits and feasibility of such a dramatic political change.

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