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Canada Slams Trump's 51st State Joke, Urges Focus on Issues
10/3/2025
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- Canadian officials condemned Donald Trump's remarks about making Canada the 51st state as offensive and not funny anymore.
- Ontario Premier Doug Ford urged focusing on domestic issues, not Trump's remarks.
- Liberal MP Terry Sheehan reminded Americans of Canada's War of 1812 victory.
- Industry Minister Melanie Joly opposed tariffs—100% on pharmaceuticals and 50% on kitchen cabinets—and pledged support for Canadian workers.
