U.S. President Donald Trump doubled down on his desire for Canada to become the 51st state Sunday, while also threatening new tariffs on steel and aluminum products.

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.

  • M0oP0o@mander.xyzEnglish
    11·
    1 day ago

    So you are saying (assuming every US resident will go along with this) that we just have to take out about 10 American’s each?

    I like those odds.

    • chellybeans@lemmy.worldEnglish
      3·
      19 hours ago

      Hey, hey, I’m not going to be against you so what do I need to wave to make sure I’m not one of the 10?

      • M0oP0o@mander.xyzEnglish
        5·
        18 hours ago

        Honestly? I think just not supporting a war (trade or otherwise) with your long time ally will go quite a way. War in a far away land is one thing, war with your neighbour is another thing all together. As long as americans don’t just shrug and pretend everything is normal this whole idea will go no where.

        On the other hand if it does go in the most stupid direction, prepare for blackouts and attacks on any and all infrastructure. This is not a threat but just a reasonable expectation of a nations activity when in this situation.