Wed Jan 08 07:39:24 UTC 2025: ## Trump Claims Canada as 51st State, Trudeau Rejects Offer
**Palm Beach, FL** – In a stunning move following his re-election, President-elect Donald Trump has declared Canada the 51st state of the United States, sharing a map depicting the annexation on his Truth Social platform. This follows earlier threats to use economic pressure to force the merger.
Speaking at a press conference at Mar-a-Lago, Trump reiterated his desire to absorb Canada, citing national security concerns and Canada’s comparatively low military spending. He stated that economic, not military, force would be employed to achieve this goal. He also claimed widespread Canadian support for the annexation, despite lacking evidence. Trump proclaimed this action as a step towards “the dawn of America’s golden age.”
The newly-reinstated President’s assertions were swiftly and vehemently rejected by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Trudeau stated that the possibility of Canada joining the US is “a snowball’s chance in hell,” emphasizing the mutual benefits of the countries’ existing trade and security partnership.
This latest escalation in rhetoric follows Trump’s repeated mentions of annexing Canada since his recent electoral victory. The two leaders have a history of strained relations. The international community is watching closely as the implications of this unilateral declaration remain uncertain.
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