The tensions between the United States and Canada have escalated dramatically following President Donald Trump’s re-election, marking a significant shift in North American relations. Almost immediately after Trump secured another term in office, his policies and rhetoric toward Canada took a more aggressive tone, leading to heightened friction between the two neighboring nations.

The appointment of Mark Carney as Canada’s new prime minister has only added fuel to the fire, as he appears determined to stand up to Trump’s administration.

Carney, a former central banker, wasted no time in delivering a fiery critique of Trump just a day after being chosen to succeed Justin Trudeau as the leader of the Liberal Party and Canada’s prime minister. Addressing a crowd of enthusiastic Liberal supporters, Carney made it clear that he has no intention of backing down in the face of Trump’s policies. He accused the U.S. president of deliberately trying to undermine Canada’s economy and attacking Canadian businesses, workers, and families through unfair trade measures.

Donald Trump, as we know, has put unjustified tariffs on what we build, on what we sell, on how we make a living,” Carney said, his voice echoing through the crowded event hall. “He’s attacking Canadian workers, families, and businesses. We cannot let him succeed. And we won’t.”The relationship between the U.S. and Canada had already been strained during Trump’s first term, but tensions have reached new heights since his return to the White House.

Trump has frequently claimed that Canada should be annexed by the U.S., often referring to Prime Minister Trudeau as “Governor Trudeau” and suggesting that Canada should become the 51st state. His latest move—a sweeping trade war against both Canada and Mexico—has only worsened relations. On Tuesday, Trump announced a 25% tariff on all imports from both countries, sending shockwaves through the Canadian economy and sparking outrage across the nation.