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Pierre Poilievre: Trump’s ongoing '51st state' statements are ridiculous and Canadians must not let themselves be distracted by that talk.

On the recordJune 5, 2026
Trump’s ongoing '51st state' statements are ridiculous and Canadians must not let themselves be distracted by that talk.
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Pierre Poilievre
Conservative Party of Canada

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Criticizing Trump's comments on Canada.

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