Newly-elected Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney wasted no time in confronting U.S. President Donald Trump during his first national address after assuming office from Justin Trudeau. Speaking in Ottawa, Carney delivered a firm and emotionally charged warning, declaring that Canada’s sovereignty is not up for negotiation amid growing tensions with its southern neighbor.
He condemned Trump’s repeated jabs—including the idea of making Canada the 51st U.S. state and mocking Trudeau as the “Governor of Canada”—and accused the former president of attempting to weaken Canada for America’s gain. “America wants our land, our resources, our water, our country—never,” Carney asserted, igniting loud cheers from his supporters. But as bold as his words were, what he said next sent an even stronger message about the path Canada is now prepared to take…
