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Chrétien Defends Canada’s Sovereignty Against Trump’s Threats

1/12/2025

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Former Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chrétien fiercely defended Canada's sovereignty against President-elect Donald Trump's alarming threats to annex the nation and impose tariffs. He underscored the vital trade relationship, especially in energy, and urged a shift in focus from Trump's distractions to the real implications of potential tariffs, reaffirming that Canada will never be the 51st state.

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Former Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chrétien fiercely defended Canada's sovereignty against President-elect Donald Trump's alarming threats to annex the nation and impose tariffs. He underscored the vital trade relationship, especially in energy, and urged a shift in focus from Trump's distractions to the real implications of potential tariffs, reaffirming that Canada will never be the 51st state.