Elizabeth May Responds to Trump's Canada Joke

President-elect Donald Trump's recent comments jokingly suggesting that Canada could become the 51st state have sparked considerable backlash in Canada, particularly from Green Party leader Elizabeth May, who labeled the remarks as 'not funny.' Trump referred to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as the 'governor' of the 'Great State of Canada' in a social media post and indicated his eagerness to discuss tariffs and trade with him. May expressed concern that such jokes could undermine Canada's reputation on the global stage and called for unity among Canadian political leaders to counteract any misinformation that could arise from Trump's statements. The ongoing dialogue about potential tariffs on Canadian exports has added tension to the relationship between the two countries. While Trump's remarks were intended as humor, they have been met with serious apprehension in Canada regarding the implications for national identity and economic stability.