24.08.2026 21:10
US Vice President JD Vance made a notable slip of the tongue during his remarks toward Canada, saying, 'Canada is a state.' Immediately after his words, he corrected himself, saying, 'Excuse me, I misspoke. That was really an accident,' and criticized Canada's defense spending. Vance also described Canada as a country that could be invaded without US protection, delivering harsh messages regarding the trade tensions between the two countries.
US Vice President JD Vance made a noteworthy slip of the tongue in his remarks regarding Canada.
During his speech, Vance said, "We must not forget: Canada is a state," and immediately corrected himself, saying, "Excuse me, I misspoke. This was truly an accident."
“A COUNTRY THAT WOULD BE INVADED WITHOUT THE US PROTECTION UMBRELLA”
After the slip of the tongue, Vance continued his criticism of Canada, which he acknowledged as a 'country.' Arguing that Canada does not invest enough in its military, Vance said, "Canada is a country that does not invest enough in its military and, without the protection umbrella provided by the United States, would be completely invaded by a foreign country."
CRITICIZED CUSTOMS DUTIES AND NON-TARIFF CHARGES
Vance also criticized Canada's practices in its commercial relations with the US, particularly reacting to the customs duties and non-tariff charges applied to products shipped from the state of Maine to Canada.
Vance said, "So how does Canada actually respond to this? By treating the people of Maine fairly? No. They impose ridiculous customs duties and non-tariff charges on Maine products entering Canada, and they don't expect Maine or anyone else to push back."
“WE ARE TIRED OF THIS”
Vance concluded his remarks by saying, "We are tired of this. Whether it comes from China or Canada, we will fight against unfair trade practices."