Canadian Prime Minister, Mark Carney, has firmly rejected the idea of Canada becoming the 51st state of the United States during a meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday.
In what sources described as a tense yet civil conversation, Carney stood his ground, declaring that “Canada is not for sale,” despite Trump’s continued advocacy for deeper political integration between both nations.
The U.S. President, known for his controversial proposals, rekindled the notion of Canada joining the Union, saying, “It would be a wonderful marriage. But it takes two to tango, right? We’re not going to be discussing that unless somebody wants to discuss it.”
Carney, however, dismissed the idea with a pointed response: “There are some places that are never for sale,” referencing symbolic institutions such as the White House and Buckingham Palace.
While disagreements surfaced, both leaders maintained a respectful tone throughout their dialogue.
Trump, softening his stance slightly, acknowledged Canada’s increasing role in global security, stating, “Canada is stepping up the military participation.”
Still, he left the door open to future discussions, adding, “I say ‘never say never.’”
