In Washington DC, US President-elect Donald Trump shared an article on his Truth Social platform about a suggestion from Kevin O'Leary, a Canadian investor and Shark Tank star. O'Leary proposed a potential merge of Canada and the United States, suggesting that half of Canadians might support this idea.
The New York Post reported that O'Leary wanted to help broker a deal with Trump to create an "economic union" between the two countries. O'Leary mentioned that Canadians were discussing this proposal over the holidays and were interested in hearing more about it.
Trump had previously suggested that Canada should become the 51st state of the US, claiming it would benefit Canadians with reduced taxes and military protection. He described the idea as "great" and believed many Canadians would support it.
In a post on Truth Social, Trump questioned why the US subsidizes Canada and reiterated his belief that many Canadians would favor becoming the 51st state. He also mentioned acquiring the Panama Canal, Canada, and Greenland for national security and economic benefits.
Donald Trump is a businessman and politician who served as the 45th President of the United States from 2017 to 2021. He is known for his strong opinions and controversial statements.
Kevin O'Leary is a Canadian businessman and television personality, known for his role on the show 'Shark Tank'. He is also an investor and has expressed political opinions.
Truth Social is a social media platform launched by Donald Trump. It was created as an alternative to other social media platforms and is used to share news and opinions.
The United States currently has 50 states. The idea of a '51st state' refers to the possibility of adding another state to the country, which is a topic of political discussion.
The Panama Canal is a man-made waterway in Panama that connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. It is important for international trade and shipping.
Greenland is the world's largest island, located between the Arctic and Atlantic Oceans. It is an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark.
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