Canada’s new prime minister fires back at Trump with powerful warning
Mark Carney says “America can’t own us” in bold first speech as PM
In his first speech as prime minister, Mark Carney delivered a powerful warning to Donald Trump, saying, “America wants our land, our resources, our water, our country – never.”
Canada has a new prime minister — and he’s already making waves. Mark Carney, a former banker with no political experience, led the Liberal Party to a surprising victory in the national election. His win marks a major comeback for a party that was nearly out of the game just months ago.
On election night, cheers filled a packed arena in Ottawa as the results came in. Carney, 60, used his first speech not just to celebrate but to sound the alarm.
He told Canadians that the world is changing fast and that they must be ready to face pressure from the U.S., especially from President Donald Trump.
A fierce message to the U.S. president
Carney didn’t hold back. In one of the most intense parts of his speech, he said, “President Trump is trying to break us so that America can own us – that will never, that will never ever happen.”
The statement came after months of rising tension between the two countries. Trump recently shocked many by suggesting Canada should become the 51st U.S. state. He even mocked former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, calling him the “Governor of Canada.”
Trump also claimed that the U.S. spends $200 billion each year supporting Canada — a number Canadian officials deny.
Canadians rally behind Carney
These remarks have angered many Canadians. In response, a wave of patriotism has spread across the country.
Millions of people voted early in the election. Others are choosing to boycott American products and cancel trips to the U.S.
Carney used this moment to call for unity: “We have to look out for ourselves and above all we have to take care of each other.”
He added that any future talks with Trump would happen “on equal footing,” stressing that Canada has many other economic partners besides the U.S.
A new chapter in U.S.–Canada relations
Carney’s speech signals a major shift in how Canada plans to deal with the U.S. He made it clear that the days of quiet diplomacy are over. Instead, he’s taking a firm stand against what he called “American betrayal.”
“We are over the shock,” he said. “But we should never forget the lessons.”
He ended by encouraging Canadians to support local businesses and explore their own country, saying, “Now in the face of this crisis, united we are buying Canadian.”
Carney’s words reflect more than just politics — they capture a growing feeling of frustration and pride in Canada. His strong response to Trump could reshape how the two countries work together in the years to come.
