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.
We also have about 20% of the world’s fresh water, the oilsands and a shit ton of critical minerals.
As global warming advances and the vast majority of US farmland becomes to arid to produce crops the land in Canada will be invaluable.
Aluminium
Tomato, tomahto.