Trump Floats Bol.
Former President Donald Trump has made a controversial new proposal to Canada, suggesting the country could join the U.S. as its 51st state. This offer was detailed in a post on his Truth Social platform on May 27th.
Trump claims this move would be part of his “Golden Dome System,” an advanced, space-based missile defense network similar to Israel’s Iron Dome. He stated the system would be operational by the end of his next term if he is re-elected.
According to Trump, Canada has expressed interest in being included in this defense program. However, he claims that as a separate nation, their participation would come at a significant financial cost.
His “zero dollar” alternative is for Canada to relinquish its sovereignty and become a U.S. state. This is not a new idea from Trump, but a reiteration of a previous proposition.
The notion has been firmly rejected by Canadian leaders in the past. Former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau once stated Canada would never become the 51st state.
The current political climate, with a new Prime Minister, has not softened this stance. Official sources maintain that Canada is “not for sale.”
There is no formal confirmation that Canada is considering this offer. Most analysts view the statement as political theater, though it underscores Trump’s unconventional approach to diplomacy and deal-making.
