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flag President Trump's joke about Canada joining the U.S. sparks tension, following a contentious hockey win.

flag On February 20, 2025, President Trump joked about Canada becoming the 51st U.S. state during a meeting in Washington, referencing Canadian fans booing the U.S. anthem at a hockey game. flag This came after Canada won the championship of the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament, defeating the U.S. in overtime. flag Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau responded with a tweet, saying, "You can't take our country—and you can't take our game," a jab at Trump's annexation comments. flag The rivalry highlights ongoing political tensions, including trade disputes and the importance of hockey in Canadian culture.

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