Trudeau Raises Alarm Over Trump's Annexation Threat to Canada

In a closed-door meeting with business leaders, Trudeau expressed considerable concern regarding President Trump's ongoing assertions about annexing Canada, pointing out the geopolitical significance tied to Canada's wealth of essential minerals.

In response to Trump's continuous declarations of interest in making Canada a U.S. state, Trudeau articulated that these remarks should not be dismissed as mere humor. He insists that Canada's primary resources are what fuel Trump's ambitions, stating, “I suggest that not only does the Trump administration know how many critical minerals we have, but that may be even why they keep talking about absorbing us.” According to sources present at the Toronto meeting, Trudeau's comments reflected a serious threat perception, rooted in the understanding that the administration seeks to harness Canada’s significant resource wealth.

Trudeau further warned, “They’re very aware of our resources… and they very much want to be able to benefit from those. But Mr. Trump has it in mind that one of the easiest ways of doing that is absorbing our country. And it is a real thing.” These statements underscore a growing tension between the two nations, as Trudeau navigates the fragile balance of maintaining Canadian sovereignty amidst provocative declarations from the U.S. president.