Staff Reports
In the midst of the chatter buzzing about Donald Trump’s alleged ambition to transform Canada into the 51st state, it seems some folks have forgotten their history. This isn’t the first time America has considered our northern neighbor’s potential as part of the United States. The origins of this conversation reach back to 1774 when the Continental Congress issued an “Address to the Inhabitants of the Province of Quebec.” The message was clear: Americans extended a hand, inviting Quebec to join the cause for liberty—an invitation that, for some reason, was met with a polite Canadian shrug and a cup of maple syrup.
Fast forward through time, and the desire for Canada to align itself with the United States has re-emerged at various points. Back in 1781, under the Articles of Confederation, the Founding Fathers had a huddle about bringing Canada in as the 14th colony. Cleary, they weren’t thinking of hockey and poutine when pondering their next move, but the idea still had traction. Even James Madison had a go at the concept during the War of 1812, leading to another unsuccessful invasion of our friends to the north. You could say it was a classic case of Americans’ “What could possibly go wrong?” spirit.
In more modern times, America hasn’t quite gotten over its fascination with Canada, crafting plans as late as 1935 for military intervention due to various global threats. Given the recent political landscape, one wonders if the “51st state” conversation isn’t just an elaborate Trumpian ploy, meant to divert attention away from more pressing issues like the fentanyl crisis or trade negotiations. After all, one can argue that Trump’s recent remarks are far more relatable to trade practices reminiscent of those early Congressional edicts, wielding tariffs like a stern teacher scolding the classroom.
The 51st State or the 14th Colony—or Something Else? https://t.co/Sw0XTl91e7
— Lydia Piper (@LydiaPiper11) March 13, 2025
Canada, unfortunately, has morphed into that friend everyone knows but can’t stand due to their incessant moral high ground and inconsistency. They act as if they are the epitome of virtue, while they’ve left American interests in the lurch, benefiting from our economic largesse without an ounce of gratitude. When one looks at the current state of Canadian politics, it becomes evident that Canada has been effectively invaded—not by the United States but by its own internal elitist agenda. The likes of Justin Trudeau and Jagmeet Singh have led a regime that prioritizes globalism over the founding principles of the nation.
In a twist that must leave anyone with a modicum of common sense scratching their heads, the current Canadian leadership seems more aligned with the interests of Communist China than they do with their American counterparts. While Trudeau was busy inviting the Chinese military for a cold-weather training session, Americans faced an uphill battle with a government that views U.S. tariffs as an existential threat but gives a warm welcome to Chinese investments. It truly begs the question—who’s really in charge up there? In essence, Canada has become a pawn in a globalist game, where establishment politicians are willing to sacrifice national integrity for personal gain.
So let the chatter continue about Canada becoming the 51st state, as far-fetched as it may seem. It’s entertaining to ponder the implications, especially when considering the self-inflicted turmoil Canada faces within its borders. If anything, Americans should be cautious and maybe even slightly sympathetic to our northern neighbors—a Canada facing an internal invasion from its own leadership sounds far more concerning than any hypothetical merger with the United States.
