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Canada will "never" be 51st U.S. state, Poilievre says


Published on 2025-02-16 06:40:38 - MSN
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  • Conservative Party Leader Pierre Poilievre spoke out against U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs and attacks on Canada's sovereignty on Saturday, telling supporters that Canada would "never" be America's 51st state.

The video at the provided URL features Pierre Poilievre, the leader of Canada's Conservative Party, addressing concerns about Canadian sovereignty in light of comments made by U.S. President Joe Biden. During a speech, Biden had suggested that Canada could become the 51st state of the U.S. if it did not meet certain expectations regarding NATO commitments. Poilievre firmly stated that Canada will never be the 51st state of the United States, emphasizing the country's independence and its commitment to its own national interests. He criticized Biden's remarks as an overstep, highlighting the importance of Canada maintaining its autonomy and not succumbing to external pressures. This response was part of Poilievre's broader commentary on Canadian foreign policy and defense spending, underscoring a stance of national pride and independence.

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