What are Trump's plans with Canada? Something doesn't seem to be adding up. Why would he take on more burden? What do they have to offer, and what does he want?
I understand there is a major trade deficit. The US has historically sent upwards of $200 billion a year to support Canada. They also surcharge imports in the form of tariffs on many products from the US. When the US decided to stop the billions of dollars a year in support and charge THEM tariffs, it became a "rules for thee but not for me" situation.
But still, Trump is a businessman so there is something he wants. I sense he is working on the United Great American Continent... It started with the Gulf of America, extended to Panama and he is working on Canada.
Some theories floating around are that he wants to expand economically. Canada does have a wealth of natural resources. By taking on Canada he would have access to those resources as well. He could combine fronts with the original 50 states to have even more influence over the world. Just because the US doesn't need things such as lumber or energy from Canada, that doesn't mean the rest of the world doesn't. It could be a great alliance profiting both areas.
Taking over Canada would also allow Trump to beef up their military and develop stronger security to the entire geographic location. It would fortify the borders and give an ability to control what comes into the original 50 states through the northern border. It would create a fortified front against foreign invasion by strategically putting bases all over the northern part of the continent
If this is something he truly wants and it isn't just a trolling distraction, I see him squeezing them until they submit. It may not seem ethical, but the Dems have shown this is effective. He has stated they need to manage their own budget, get inflation under control and help the people without relying so much on the US for so much assistance. If they cannot sustain on their own, then they should be under US influence and protection.
What do you think the future holds? I don't see this topic going away for the next four years....if ever.
Much Love, Lynn