Trump Proposes Canada as 51st State, Promises Better Health Coverage and Tax Cuts Amid 25% Tariff Threat on February 1

Jan 26, 2025, 02:23 AM

U.S. President Donald Trump has stated that Canadians would benefit from 'much better' health coverage and a 'tremendous' tax cut if Canada were to become the 51st state of the United States. Trump made these remarks during a briefing in North Carolina, suggesting that such a move would eliminate tariffs between the two countries. He also mentioned his intention to impose 25% tariffs on Canadian exports starting February 1, emphasizing that the U.S. does not need Canada's cars, lumber, and food products. Trump's comments come amidst ongoing discussions about the U.S.-Canada trade relationship, which supports 3.7 million jobs across both nations and involves $3.6 billion in daily trade. Canada's total forestry exports alone were valued at $45.6 billion in 2022.