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The meeting's agenda also highlighted the impacts of a proposed 25% tariff on Canadian goods, with Lutnick and Burham prepared to relay these updates to President Trump. Notably, this meeting with key Trump administration officials did not include President Trump himself, yet it showcased Canada's proactive approach to engage with U.S. leadership on vital security matters.
Reaction from the Canadian Analysts and Politicians
Following this meeting, Kevin O'Leary provided insights suggesting that half of Canadians are interested in the notion of Canada becoming the "51st state" of the United States. O'Leary argued that combining Canadian and U.S. economies could lead to substantial benefits for both countries, especially amidst global pressures from China and Russia.