politics
February 3, 2026
Trump ‘jokes’ about adding three new US states
President Donald Trump said he plans to add Canada, Greenland, and Venezuela as new US states, according to the Washington Post
TL;DR
- Donald Trump reportedly joked about annexing Canada, Greenland, and Venezuela as US states at the Alfalfa Club dinner.
- Trump previously expressed a desire to acquire Greenland, citing its strategic location and resources.
- He also suggested Canada would be better off as the 51st state to resolve trade disputes.
- The US conducted a military raid in Venezuela and has demanded access to its oil sector.
- Trump stated his administration is interacting well with Venezuela's interim leadership, with US oil companies exploring projects there.
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