Trump Proposes Bold Offer: Canada Could Become the 51st U.S. State
In a surprising and highly talked-about announcement, former President Donald Trump has floated a dramatic proposal involving Americaās northern neighbor.
According to a message posted on Truth Social on May 27, Trump has offered Canada two options: either join the United States as the 51st state at no cost ā or remain independent and pay $61 billion to access a new U.S. missile defense system.
The deal centers around Trumpās proposed āGolden Dome System,ā a futuristic defense initiative featuring space-based sensors and missile interceptors designed to protect North America from airborne threats.
Trump claims that Canada is interested in joining the system, but balked at the financial cost of participation without closer integration.
Under his proposal, becoming part of the U.S. would eliminate that cost ā a suggestion that Canadian officials have swiftly rejected.
Newly elected Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney reportedly dismissed the notion outright, stating that āCanada is never for sale.ā
While Trump has hinted that Canadian leaders are considering the offer behind the scenes, Ottawa has issued no official comment.
Many political analysts view Trumpās move as a blend of strategic posturing and political messaging, particularly with the 2024 U.S. presidential race gaining momentum.
Still, the suggestion of redrawing national boundaries and tying defense cooperation to statehood is an audacious concept that has sparked debate on both sides of the border.
Whether Trumpās proposal gains traction or fades as political theater, it underscores the former presidentās penchant for unconventional diplomacy ā and his willingness to reshape long-standing alliances on his terms.
