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flag On September 30, 2025, Donald Trump revived his proposal for Canada to become the 51st U.S. state, citing tariffs and missile defense.

flag On September 30, 2025, President Donald Trump revived his proposal that Canada become the 51st U.S. state during a speech to military officials at Quantico, Virginia, suggesting Canada could join for free in exchange for adopting the U.S. Golden Dome missile defense system. flag He cited economic pressures, including U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods like steel, aluminum, automobiles, and upcoming lumber duties, as reasons for the move. flag Despite recent diplomatic efforts by Prime Minister Mark Carney, including pausing Canada’s digital services tax and adjusting retaliatory tariffs, no trade agreement has resolved ongoing tensions. flag Trump previously cited a $71 billion cost for Canada’s entry. flag The military audience offered no reaction, consistent with non-partisan norms. flag Canada’s government did not comment on the remarks.

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