Trudeau to Address Trump’s Annexation Threats in Meeting with King Charles

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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is set to meet with King Charles III on Monday, where he plans to bring up U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent threats to make Canada the 51st state. The discussion will center on the growing concerns among Canadians regarding their nation’s sovereignty and the perceived silence of the monarchy on the issue.  

 

Speaking in London on Sunday, Trudeau emphasized the importance of defending Canada's independence. “Nothing seems more important to Canadians right now than standing up for our sovereignty and our independence as a nation,” he stated. The meeting with King Charles is expected to touch on the role of the monarchy in addressing matters that impact Canada, a member of the British Commonwealth.  

 

King Charles has faced criticism for his lack of response to Trump’s remarks, with some questioning whether the monarch should be more vocal in defending Canada’s sovereignty. Former Alberta Premier Jason Kenney weighed in on the issue, noting that Charles can only act on the advice of the Canadian government. “The Government of Canada should ask the Head of State to underscore Canadian sovereignty,” Kenney wrote on X.  

 

Although the monarchy remains a fixture in Canadian governance, the institution has struggled to maintain the level of public affection once enjoyed by the late Queen Elizabeth II. The Queen, whose silhouette still appears on Canadian currency, was widely admired and visited the country 22 times during her reign. In contrast, King Charles’ visits have drawn significantly smaller crowds, reflecting a more indifferent attitude toward his role as Canada’s head of state.  

 

The growing debate over the monarchy’s relevance in Canada has been reignited by Trump’s annexation threats. Some argue that if the King cannot speak out on such a fundamental issue, his position as Canada’s head of state should be reconsidered. “Canadians will need to decide what purpose King Charles III serves as King of Canada if he can’t even speak up for our sovereignty,” former Canadian public servant Artur Wilczynski wrote on X.  

 

Abolishing the monarchy would be no small feat, as it would require a constitutional amendment—a challenging process in a nation as diverse as Canada. With a population of 41 million people, including English- and French-speaking citizens, Indigenous communities, and a steady influx of immigrants, any attempt to overhaul the constitutional structure carries significant risks.  

 

As Trudeau prepares for his meeting with King Charles, many Canadians will be watching closely to see whether the monarchy will take a stand on the country’s sovereignty or remain silent in the face of Trump’s controversial remarks.

 

Based on a report by The Independent  2025-03-04

 

 

[Harrisfan]

More talk about nothing while unemployment is bad. Typical lefty. Distract and deflect from the real issues.

[JonnyF]

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Some argue that if the King cannot speak out on such a fundamental issue, his position as Canada’s head of state should be reconsidered. “Canadians will need to decide what purpose King Charles III serves as King of Canada if he can’t even speak up for our sovereignty,” former Canadian public servant Artur Wilczynski wrote on X.  

 

Funny how they don't want the King to interfere in their country, until they need to find a pair and stand up to Trump. "Daddy Daddy the nasty boy hit me". Pathetic lefties. 

 

I hope Trudeau didn't come in blackface. Although given the 2 tier system so prevalent in the UK, that might have actually brought better results.