Carney Rejects Trump's 51st State Proposal, Affirms Canada's Sovereignty Amid Tariff Dispute; G7 and CUSMA Talks Ahead

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney met with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House, where Carney firmly rejected Trump's suggestion of annexing Canada. Carney stated that Canada is 'not for sale' and 'won't be for sale, ever,' in response to Trump's repeated assertions that Canada should become the 51st state of the United States. Trump, while acknowledging the cordial nature of the meeting, maintained his stance on the potential annexation, responding to Carney's rejection with 'never say never.' This exchange underscores the ongoing tensions between the two leaders over the sovereignty of Canada. The meeting also touched on economic issues, with Trump refusing to lift tariffs on Canadian imports despite expressing interest in a new trade deal. Carney emphasized the importance of partnership and cooperation between the two nations, indicating that discussions on these matters would continue. Both leaders agreed to further talks at the upcoming G7 summit and to revisit the CUSMA agreement amidst broader economic forces.