02.02.2026 20:53
U.S. President Donald Trump once again made headlines with his statements at a private event. Trump's joking suggestion that Canada, Greenland, and Venezuela could become new states of the U.S. quickly resonated in the American media and the international public. Trump stated, "I want Canada to be the 51st state. Greenland would be the 52nd state. Venezuela could also be the 53rd."
U.S. President Donald Trump made striking statements about possible new states of the U.S. during a speech at a special event he attended. Trump's remarks regarding "Canada, Greenland, and Venezuela" quickly became a topic of discussion.
"LET CANADA BE THE 51ST STATE"
In a speech at a special invitation event held in Washington, Trump's humorous style amused the participants. Trump, who stated that he did not want Greenland as the 51st state, listed his preferences as follows: "I want Canada to be the 51st state. Greenland will be the 52nd state. Venezuela can also be the 53rd."
This statement led to both laughter and astonishment among the attendees in the hall.
GREENLAND AND VENEZUELA ALSO CAME UP
Continuing his speech, Trump referred to Greenland, which had previously been brought up with the idea of purchase, implying that the country holds strategic importance for the U.S. He then mentioned Venezuela in the same context.
Evaluations in the U.S. press emphasized that Trump's remarks were not an official policy proposal, but rather expressed in a humorous and provocative manner at a private event. Trump also stated during his speech that he used these expressions for comedic purposes.
HE HAD MADE SIMILAR OUTBURSTS BEFORE
Trump frequently came to the forefront with his statements about Greenland during his second presidential term. The remarks had resonated widely in European countries, especially Denmark.
NO OFFICIAL INITIATIVE
It was reported that there are no official plans, bills, or diplomatic initiatives from the White House or the U.S. administration regarding the annexation of Canada, Greenland, or Venezuela to the U.S.