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Trump, Carney faceoff in Oval Office leaves gaping differences on tariffs, 51st state
By ROB GILLIES and JOSH BOAKUpdated 6:17 PM CDT, May 6, 2025
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney faced off in the Oval Office on Tuesday and showed no signs of retreating from their gaping differences in an ongoing trade war that has shattered decades of trust between the two countries.
The two kept it civil, but as for Trump’s calls to make Canada the 51st state, Carney insisted his nation was “not for sale” and Trump shot back, “time will tell.”
Asked by a reporter if there was anything Carney could tell him to lift his tariffs of as much as 25% on Canada, Trump bluntly said: “No.”
The U.S. president added for emphasis, “Just the way it is.”
Carney acknowledged that no bit of rhetoric on tariffs would be enough to sway Trump, saying that “this is a bigger discussion.”
“There are much bigger forces involved,” the Canadian leader continued. “And this will take some time and some discussions. And that’s why we’re here, to have those discussions.”
The meeting between the two leaders showcased the full spectrum of Trump’s unique mix of aggression, hospitality and stubbornness.
Shortly before Carney’s arrival, Trump insulted Canada by posting on social media that the United States didn’t need “ANYTHING” from its northern neighbor, only to then turn on the charm and praise Carney’s election win in person before showing his obstinance on matters of policy substance. ...
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Speaker Johnson gives verdict on House plan to impeach judges blocking Trump
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Alberta’s premier would allow a citizen-led referendum on separation from Canada
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Carney tells Trump that Canada 'won't be for sale, ever'
The Canadian PM responds firmly as the president proposes a "wonderful marriage" of incorporating Canada into the US.
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Trump critics launch new group to highlight rising costs
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