In response, Justin Trudeau, who is reportedly stepping down as Canada's prime minister, recently wrote on X: "There isn't a snowball's chance in hell that Canada would become part of the United States." Trump-ally Elon Musk then responded: "Girl, you're not the governor of Canada anymore, so doesn't matter what you say."

Canada is considering retaliatory tariffs on US goods like orange juice, ceramics, and steel in response to Trump's 25% tax threat, aiming to target key products while minimizing impact on Canadian consumers.

The items under Canada's consideration include ceramics, steel and furniture, etc. US energy exports could be targeted as a ‘last resort’, officials said.