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In a provocative statement just hours after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation, US President-elect Donald Trump has once again proposed making Canada the 51st state of the United States. Trump, 78, revived the controversial offer following Trudeau's resignation on Monday, which came amid mounting pressure from his ruling Liberal Party due to his dwindling popularity. Trudeau, 53, stated he would remain in office until a new party leader was selected. General elections are set for later this year. Biden bans new offshore drilling in federal waters This is not the first time Trump has suggested a "merger" between the two nations. Since his meeting with Trudeau after his November 5 electoral victory at his Mar-a-Lago estate, Trump has repeatedly floated the idea. His most recent remarks, shared on Truth Social, came after the Canadian Prime Minister's resignation. “Many people in Canada LOVE being the 51st State. The United States can no longer suffer the massive trade deficits and subsidies that Canada needs to stay afloat. Justin Trudeau knew this, and resigned,” Trump posted. The President-elect further elaborated on the potential benefits of such a union: “If Canada merged with the US, there would be no tariffs, taxes would go way down, and they would be TOTALLY SECURE from the threat of the Russian and Chinese ships that are constantly surrounding them. Together, what a great nation it would be!!!” Trump's remarks have raised eyebrows internationally, but there has yet to be any official response from Canadian authorities. Trump appears with Italian Prime Minister Meloni at his Florida club The proposal also follows Trump's previous threats of imposing a 25 per cent tariff on Canadian imports if the Canadian government fails to curb the flow of illicit drugs and illegal migrants from its southern border with the US. As the situation in Canada continues to evolve following Trudeau's resignation, the prospect of Trump's offer to absorb the country into the US remains a controversial and unlikely topic of discussion. Source: With inputs from PTI  

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is reportedly set to resign, with an announcement possible as early as Monday. However, he may stay in office until summer as the ruling Liberal Party selects a new leader. Americans realising Trump's Canada tariffs increase costs: Trudeau Trudeau’s decision could precede the party's national caucus meeting on Wednesday, according to the Globe and Mail. While Trudeau may seek to host the G7 summit in Alberta this June, his leadership faces mounting pressure. Over half of the 153 Liberal MPs in the House of Commons have called for his resignation, a figure nearing 100.   With Parliament returning on January 27 and a no-confidence motion expected, Trudeau might seek to prorogue Parliament to facilitate the leadership transition. Hillary Clinton, George Soros and Denzel Washington received the highest US civilian honor After returning from a holiday in British Columbia, Trudeau has yet to comment publicly, with only a virtual Cabinet meeting scheduled for Monday. Meanwhile, potential successors include former Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland, whose resignation in December intensified calls for Trudeau’s departure. Polls suggest Freeland could revive the party’s fortunes, with support rising from 16% under Trudeau to over 20%. Other contenders, including Mark Carney and Melanie Joly, appear less promising. The Conservatives currently lead the Liberals by over 20% in voter preference.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has said that Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s vision became a reality as the founding father of Bangladesh put his people first.