Tensions between the U.S. and Canada are high — and things are getting personal.

Canada’s New Prime Minister Slams Trump in Fiery Victory Speech

In a bold and defiant debut, newly elected Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney didn’t mince words — directly calling out former U.S. President Donald Trump in a speech that’s already shaking up U.S.-Canada relations.

A Political Upset Shakes Canada

Carney, a former central banker with no previous political experience, led Canada’s Liberal Party to an unexpected and historic comeback. Just months ago, the party appeared to be unraveling. Now, it’s back in power.

Celebrations erupted inside a packed sports arena in Ottawa on election night as the national broadcaster, CBC, projected Carney’s win shortly after 10:00 p.m. EST. Supporters roared as Carney took the stage — and took aim.

“America Wants Our Land, Our Resources, Our Country”

In his first speech as prime minister-elect, Carney struck a serious tone and issued a stark warning to Canadians:

“Humility is also about recognizing that one of the responsibilities of government is to prepare for the worst, not hope for the best,” he said.

“As I’ve been warning for months, America wants our land, our resources, our water, our country — never. These are not idle threats. President Trump is trying to break us so that America can own us. That will never, never ever happen.”

The 60-year-old leader made it clear: he’s not here to play nice, especially not when it comes to Canada’s southern neighbor.

Fallout From Trump’s Push to Make Canada the 51st State

Carney’s comments follow weeks of intensifying tension with Donald Trump, who has floated the idea of making Canada the 51st state — a claim dismissed as absurd and offensive by many Canadians. Trump also mocked former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, referring to him as “Governor of Canada” and falsely claiming the U.S. spends $200 billion annually supporting its northern neighbor.

Combined with an ongoing trade war and tariff threats, the friction has fueled a wave of nationalism across Canada. Americans are feeling the blowback too — Canadians are canceling trips to the U.S., boycotting American products, and, in record numbers, casting early ballots. Over 7.3 million Canadians voted before election day — a new national record.

“We’re Over the Shock of American Betrayal”

Carney, who just succeeded Trudeau after his 10-year run, made it clear that Canada is moving forward — without relying on the U.S.

“We are over the shock of the American betrayal,” he told supporters. “But we should never forget the lessons. We have to look out for ourselves, and above all, we have to take care of each other.”

He added that any future meeting with Trump would be on equal footing, as leaders of two sovereign nations.

“When I sit down with President Trump, it will be to discuss the future economic and security relationship between two sovereign nations. And it will be with the full understanding that Canada has many, many other options to build prosperity for our people.”

A Rallying Cry for Canadian Unity

In the closing moments of his speech, Carney delivered a message of national unity, urging Canadians to support one another through what he called a time of crisis.

“Now, in the face of this crisis, united we are buying Canadian. We are exploring everything this country has to offer. We are supporting our friends and neighbors who find themselves in the crosshairs of President Trump — through a crisis we did not create.”

With strong words and stronger resolve, Mark Carney has entered the world stage — and his message is clear: Canada won’t be pushed around.