Staff Reports
Donald Trump has once again showcased his keen understanding of international politics, suggesting that Wayne Gretzky, the hockey legend with enough accolades to fill a refrigerator, should consider a run for Prime Minister of Canada. In a recent social media post, Trump humorously implied that the position could be recast as the “Governor of Canada,” throwing some political shade toward the beleaguered Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who seems to be on a fast track to nowhere amid growing discontent.
According to Trump, Gretzky would have an effortless path to victory should he decide to throw his hat into the ring. The former president did not shy away from the notion that Gretzky wouldn’t even have to lift a finger to campaign. It’s hard to argue that the man who dominated on the ice wouldn’t have the same effect in the political arena. Apparently, Gretzky, while honored, had zero interest in swapping a hockey stick for a political podium, but Trump’s call for a “DRAFT WAYNE GRETZKY” movement is an idea that might just resonate with hockey enthusiasts and disillusioned Canadians alike.
10/ December 25, 2024: Donald Trump was not finished with his Christmas message.
He asked Wayne Gretzky to run for Prime Minister of Canada. You will win easily. You wouldn’t even have to campaign. pic.twitter.com/YD6rUVPRno
— Marc Nixon (@MarcNixon24) December 26, 2024
As Trudeau faces mounting pressure to step down from his own coalition, the idea of a hockey hero stepping into the political arena has created a bit of a stir. Notably, members of Trudeau’s own cabinet are jumping ship, including Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland, who tossed in her towel earlier this month. Even Jagmeet Singh, whose party has kept Trudeau afloat, is telling the prime minister it might be time to look for a new day job. This opens the door wide enough for Conservatives to start calling for new elections, and someone like Gretzky might just put a little fun back in Canadian politics.
Memories of Trump and Trudeau’s recent dinner at Mar-A-Lago still linger, particularly after the former president dropped a hint about hefty tariffs on Canadian goods if action isn’t taken against illegal immigration. It turns out while the southern border usually steals the limelight in these discussions, the northern border has been experiencing its own spike in crossers since Biden took office. With record numbers of illegal aliens entering the U.S. from Canada, it’s no surprise that Trump is keen to put pressure on Canada’s leadership to take action.
Trump continues to delight in humor at Trudeau’s expense, referring to him as “Governor Justin Trudeau of the Great State of Canada.” This playful jab is more than just banter; it highlights the deepening cracks in Trudeau’s leadership. As Trump prepares to get cozy with governance (and hopefully some actual policies), the Canadian Prime Minister might want to consider that there may just be a movement brewing up north—one that could lead from the ice rink to the halls of power, even if the “Great One” himself is hesitant to take the plunge. If Gretzky doesn’t step up, the momentum for change may just find its way into the hands of someone who is ready to take on that challenge.
