politics
April 10, 2026
Trump reportedly acknowledges Canadian annexation unlikely
President Donald Trump allegedly conceded that Canada is unlikely to become a US state, despite his previous taunts, according to British journalist Robert Hardman’s book
TL;DR
- Trump reportedly told a UK journalist that Canada's "200 years of history" makes annexation unlikely.
- The US president allegedly paused when told that annexing Canada would upset King Charles III, who is Canada's head of State.
- Trump concluded that annexation "is not going to happen" because Canada has a long history and its own traditions.
- The article notes Trump's previous statements about potentially absorbing Canada and his complaints about Canadian politicians.
- Journalist Robert Hardman's book quotes Trump's alleged sentiments on the matter.
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