Trump claims Canada is harming itself with unchecked immigration amid trade dispute

Donald Trump used his Truth Social account to allege that Canada is "destroying itself" by permitting millions of people to enter the country without proper vetting, which he says is causing escalating issues. He described the situation as a "Liberal takeover" that will end poorly, citing rising unemployment figures as evidence. These remarks were made while the United States and Canada are embroiled in a trade dispute that collapsed after negotiations nearly succeeded earlier in the year.

The trade row has sparked a series of sharp exchanges between officials from both governments. In a related jab, Trump renamed Lake Ontario "Lake America" to underscore his criticism. The statements reflect heightened political rhetoric amid broader bilateral tensions.