Elon Musk claps back at Trudeau: "Girl, you’re not the governor of Canada"

Elon Musk has added fuel to the ongoing debate over US-Canada relations, firing back at Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau following his rejection of Trump's expansionist map post.

The controversy began after US President-elect Donald Trump shared a provocative map on his Truth Social account depicting all of North America as part of the United States. The map, which reimagines the continent under a single flag, sparked criticism from Trudeau, who firmly dismissed the idea.

“There isn’t a snowball’s chance in hell that Canada would become part of the United States,” Trudeau wrote on X, formerly Twitter. He emphasized the economic and security benefits of maintaining sovereignty while highlighting the strong partnership both nations already enjoy.

There isn’t a snowball’s chance in hell that Canada would become part of the United States.

Workers and communities in both our countries benefit from being each other’s biggest trading and security partner.

— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) January 7, 2025

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Musk’s Response Goes Viral

Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk wasted no time in responding to Trudeau’s remarks. Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, took to X with a sharp retort: “Girl, you’re not the governor of Canada anymore, so doesn’t matter what you say,” Musk wrote, referencing Trudeau’s waning political influence after he announced he will resign amid sinking approval ratings and economic challenges.

Musk’s comment quickly went viral, garnering mixed reactions online, with many praising his blunt humor.

Girl, you’re not the governor of Canada anymore, so doesn’t matter what you say

— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) January 8, 2025

Trump's Expansionist Vision

The exchange unfolded against the backdrop of Trump’s increasingly controversial foreign policy rhetoric. In addition to the map of North America, Trump has floated the idea of leveraging economic and military pressure to assert control over the Panama Canal and Greenland.

At a press conference earlier this week, Trump refused to rule out coercive tactics, saying, “We need them for economic security.” These remarks have alarmed leaders in Denmark and Panama, who swiftly rejected Trump’s suggestions.

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Implications for Canada-US Relations

Trudeau’s statement underscores Canada’s commitment to preserving its sovereignty, while Musk’s viral response highlights growing cultural and political divides amplified by social media.

The economic ties between Canada and the US remain vital, with the two countries sharing one of the largest trading partnerships in the world. However, the latest rhetoric raises questions about how trade relations may evolve under Trump’s administration.

What Comes Next?

As tensions simmer, observers will be watching closely to see whether Trudeau can maintain his firm stance or if mounting economic and political pressures will reshape Canada’s position. Meanwhile, Musk’s remarks demonstrate how influential figures outside politics can shift the tone of international debates.

For now, Trudeau stands by his assertion that Canada’s sovereignty is non-negotiable. Yet, with Trump’s ambitions and Musk’s commentary continuing to dominate headlines, the debate over North America’s future is far from over.

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