President Trump reiterated his controversial claims Sunday, stating his desire to annex both Canada and Gaza under US control. He argues that Canada would be better off as the 51st state, citing a perceived $200 billion annual loss to the US. Trump also maintains his commitment to purchasing and owning Gaza, envisioning its rebuilding with potential assistance from other Middle Eastern nations. These statements come amidst ongoing trade disputes with Canada and a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas in Gaza.
President Trump reiterated his desire to assume ownership of Canada and Gaz a Sunday – claiming the neighboring country and Middle Eastern territory would be better off under United States control.
“And I’m not going to let that happen, it’s too much. Why are we paying $200 billion a year essentially in subsidy to Canada? Now if they are a 51st state, I don’t mind doing it.”DHS Secretary Kristi Noem gets in fiery exchange with CNN host over Elon Musk, DOGE: 'Can't trust our government' Trump threatened to enact massive tariffs on Canada, as well as Mexico, but shelved the action for at least 30 days last week after the two countries agreed to invest more inThe Republican also repeated his pledge to pursue taking over Gaza while talking to reporters on Air Force One on the way to New Orleans where the Super Bowl was hosted between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles.
Trump claimed other Arab nations would welcome in Palestinians who would be displaced, insisting they don’t want to come back to Gaza.
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