Just to be clear, it is not the public that elects the US President. That would be the Electoral College (which should be abolished). Even Though Trump DID receive more of the popular vote (the first Republican in 30 years) this is really due to the failed educational system in the US that actively discourages kids to think for themselves (the educational system here is funded based on only two things: attendance and test scores - how do you make sure test scores are high? By teaching the kids to MEMORIZE information and data, NOT learning how to derive it or research it). This produces an enormous population the has incredibly strong opinions about nearly everything without knowing (supported by actual facts and evidence), or being able to think through anything (in this specific case - the US Government). The answer to the question of this video, "Why would you pick a fight with a neighbor who's one of your biggest trading partners?" The real answer is: Mental Illness. His Niece (Mary Trump - check out her YT channel) is a licensed Psychologist that explains much of DJT's background, mentality, and behavior.
We've been bullied for 4 years. Even the government, FBI, has been USED against the American people. We are sick of the problems Biden brought us, which began on his day one.
I hope Canada uses this moment to create a free trade zone within Canada. This would expedite the process of building east/west infrastructure, like pipelines and ports to Europe and Asia. If Canada can ship LNG and refined products at scale (1 or 2 million bpd each to EU and Asia) it will remove much of the leverage America currently has over Canada.
The Canadian Free Trade Agreement was signed July 1, 2017. This Liberal government also signed another 2 free trade agreements that did not include the USA. And this government has increased trade with the EU by 46%. All of this after seeing the writing on the wall in 2016. Unfortunately we now have a populist clown who can only repeat 'axe the tax'. And the problem is, when you remove the carbon tax, those trading partners just slap our exports with 'carbon tariffs'. You couldn't pick a worse time to roll out a horrible policy. And I'm afraid the Canadian population might be as lazy as the American population (90 million not voting).
We Canadians are not afraid of bullies. Even big bullies like Trump. If he wants a fight, we'll oblige. We are happy to trade with the US, we are even happy to be friends with the US, but that doesn't mean that we want to be Americans. We are happy being Canadians. And we will fight to preserve that. P.S. - Ben Hodges is an American that I like and respect. He would have made a much better president than the orange monster.
So... Maybe you have some weapons "to preserve that" or independent economy to struggle long enough? Some huge allies like china or Russia which could support you in your fight? No? So i just recommend you to be realistic, here is nothing you could do.
I am a 70 year old Canadian and I travelled extensively in the United States in the seventies and eighties. I met some really great and welcoming Americans. America has changed and unfortunately not for the better. We are generally polite and low key. Trump has ignited a new level patriotic nationalism. We do need to invest more heavily in our military NATO obligations. Canada has historically punched above our weight in military conflicts especially during both world wars. We suffered more deaths on a per capita basis in Afghanistan than any other participant. Trump is a narcissist bully and we will stand up to him . Canada has some vital raw materials that our critical to their day to day living. We do have some leverage with this guy and the Canadian government and our citizens don't back down when confronted by a fascist.
Trump is a Liar. If 🇨🇦Canada was smart it would consider joining the emerging BRICS economies which include China, Russia, India and UAE which is going off the USD.. As it stands now Canada sells 98% of its LNG and 60% of its Natural Resources to the USA for very low prices. The idea that the United States “subsidizes” Canada to the tune of $200 billion annually is an erroneous interpretation of the economic and energy relationship between the two nations. This claim lacks the analytical rigor necessary to withstand scrutiny when we consider the facts. First, Canada is a critical supplier of energy to the U.S., providing a substantial portion of its crude oil and natural gas needs. Approximately 60% of U.S. crude oil imports come from Canada, most notably from Alberta's oil sands, a resource that represents a significant part of Canada's energy production CANADA ENERGY REGULATOR . The United States also imports 98% of Canada’s natural gas, an essential resource that powers homes and industries across the U.S. during the colder months EIA . This energy exchange is a matter of mutual necessity, not a one-sided dependency. The term "subsidy" implies one party is providing financial support to the other. In this context, it is crucial to distinguish between a trade relationship and a financial aid arrangement. The energy Canada provides is not given as a charity or a handout; it is sold at market prices, reflecting the value of the resources being exchanged. The United States, in return, exports over $300 billion in goods to Canada annually, including vehicles, machinery, and technology EIA . This reciprocal trade benefits both economies and underpins millions of jobs on both sides of the border. Furthermore, Canada’s defense contributions are often undervalued in discussions like these. Canada is not merely a passive recipient of American protection; the two countries cooperate through NORAD and share responsibility for the defense of North America. Canada’s military, though smaller than that of the U.S., plays an active role in peacekeeping and global security efforts. The assumption that Canada “freeloads” on the U.S. military is therefore logically flawed and ignores decades of joint action. In sum, this claim of a "$200 billion subsidy" does not withstand scrutiny when examined through the lens of facts. Canada’s role as a supplier of essential resources to the U.S. is a mutual exchange, one that supports both economies. Similarly, the defense partnership is based on shared responsibility, not a hierarchical arrangement where one side is a mere recipient of the other’s generosity. Thus, it is neither logical nor accurate to claim that the U.S. is subsidizing Canada in the manner implied by such statements. Instead, the reality is a balanced interdependence, rooted in economic and security cooperation. 🇨🇦
@@BlueRaven-q2x Bravo! An excellent "discussion". Now if only we could get Americans to digest this instead of listening to Fox News and the orange liar.
@AnnDetar Fascist? That would be Trudeau. Bully? You Canadian's have been living under our protection for some 80 years. Defend yourselves, if you can.Your military is in a sorry state.
If Trump, and by extension a majority of the voting US public, wants to isolate and weaken their country they are free to do so, but threatening long term allies with ruin is unacceptable and everyone must do their utmost to decouple from the US both financially and militarily.
that's right, IF the WH under DJT does not immediately start showing full respect in its pre-existing perfect diplo relations w/ these countries. It's incredibly tone-deaf on a biblical scale and those countries need to show they will not tolerate even slight attitudes like that from the U.S., bcuz it's the attitude that counts. IF the WH won't change tune, then absolutely decouple!
Strangely enough, however, when Trump says that many European NATO nations do not pay the agreed 2% for common military defenses, leaving the US with the brunt of military interventions and aid, here the deaf and distracted appear. If then we start talking about 5%, here they become indignant. Evidently Russia is not that scary, huh?
@toddfletcher64. During two world wars and for the last eighty years Canada has been under the protection of the most powerful military on the planet. Your military couldn't stop an argument. There's a number of videos here showing what a sorry state Canada's armed forces are in.
Canada has not been meeting the NATO agreement for military spending for years. Trudeau has been giving away billions of our tax money without spending it on our priorities. Our military is weak and if we were ever invaded (potentially by Russia), we would be 100% reliant on the US military for our defence.
From what I've understood, the president elect has surrounded himself, largely, with those that will simply agree with him rather than say what they really think
Denmark is not just a trading partner but also a NATO ally. Today the Danish PM spoke to Trump for 45 minutes on the phone. It didn't go so well allegedly. 😞
Pray for the sake of both countries that Mark Carney will be Canada's next Prime Minister! He wants both countries to be strong and forward looking because we are such important trading partners. Carney is the guy who is best prepared to deal with Trump. More so than any other heads of state.
I completely understand, but please don't generalize. Biden and the Democratic Party have demonstrated that they know how to responsibly govern and treat our allies with respect. It is Donald Trump and the MAGA/Republican Party who are sowing chaos and making absurd threats against our allies. Hopefully, nothing will come of Trump's nonsensical threats. Typically Trump overreaches and then there is blowback. I expect the Democrats to make significant legislative gains in the 2026 mid-term elections which will serve as a check on his agenda.
@@FlockOfBIRDS-k7d no he means the U.S. overall. As an american i partly agree, particularly bcuz so many ultraconservatives have had real power over the past eight years and now we're in a political disaster.
This Canadian can tell you, that the USA has a long history of breaking treaties when it suits their needs. And a history of not ratifying human rights agreements. They broke 500 treaties just with Native Americans. Trump ripped up the Iran nuclear deal, now he rips up the free trade agreement he just signed 4 years ago. Why should we make any agreement with the USA?
Puerto Rico is a perfect case for those being approached by the USA to join them as a dependency. Be certain you catch your roll of paper towels the first time, there won’t be a second time. And ask indigenous Americans how they have been treated-and continue to be treated by the USA. Stay with Denmark, at least you have Public Health Care, something denied to ordinary Americans.
Canada has been defended by the US. We’ve been at war to help allies in WW1, WW2, Korea, and Afghanistan and some other Middle East actions as well as peace keeping. US has never gone to war for Canada, but we did answer the NATO article 5 triggered by…American. It cost Canadian lives and $Billions. Yes we need to beef up our military but we don’t strictly owe the US more than the cost of the fleet of F-35 we’re purchasing.
Ah.... we invaded the Canadian provinces during the American Revolution, tried again in the War of 1812. And those 'British' soldiers who burned the White House? They were Canadians. But things have been good since...
A lot of people, including Trump apparently, forget what happened last time he imposed tariffs on Canadian goods during his last term. Canada turned around and imposed focussed tariffs on specific products produced in Republican States run by his biggest supporters. Heinz Ketchup, Jack Daniels, Florida orange juice... Within days, Trump's biggest supporters in the Senate ran clean out of 'hooah' and started complaining to him when their workers started complaining to them. Trump dropped the tariffs and everything went back to normal. The whole affair took less than one month IIRC.
It's funny how the same people that said it's 'extremely unlikely' that Russia was going to invade Ukraine are now saying its 'extremely unlikely' that Americans are going to invade Canada/Greenland/Panama
@@fastertovewould Europe intervene? No. They would quickly find excuses to support the US along lines of, now we have the US in Europe to better defend us.
As opposed to all the warmonger NeoCons George W Bush surrounded himself with. I bet the Trump presidency won’t kill anywhere near as many people as good old George did.
The answer is simple: why have trade when you can just steal it? When someone has something you want, all you have to do to justify taking it is make them an enemy.
That's the problem here. He can't justify bullying Canada. Especially when we helped you so much. Who sent firefighters and planes when LA was on fire? They're still there. Who helped you during 911? Everything Drumpf is doing spits on our kindness. Kind doesn't mean weak.
He might be a good man but he is a lousy analyst. Virtually all his predictions on the Russia/Ukraine war heave been dead wrong. Indeed he is nit an analyst but a propagandist.
@@Liboch not at all. He's one of the clearest thinkers in war theory, war strategies (which are political), etc. You clearly either are a paid anti-Ben /anti-western/democratic troll or are profoundly ignorant.
@@18_rabbit Ben Hodges: "Ukraine’s tactics are pushing Russia to the brink of collapse" (November 2024) Then you go and look at the main YT mappers on the Ukrainian conflict and you realize that the opposite is true.
I am a 78 year old Canadian 2 months older than Trump, USA used to be the shining light on the hill.. who turns on their Friends and neighbours...I belong to a n international union, that has me trained in 2 universities Purdue and Michigan, worked on nuke plants in new Hampshire and south jersey, great friends, ahat the frig is happening? FRIENDS
Canadian here. Truth be told, the Trudeau years were the best ten years of my life. I choose to think for myself no matter what the right wing tech bros and polls tell to me to think.
@@Guitarooster52 he must be old enough to remember the last CONservative dictatorship under Harper! You remember him right, he is the PM who sold Canada out to the Chinese with that FIPA deal!!
Do you think you are in danger of being invaded anytime soon ( other than by the US I mean ) I very much doubt Russia could manage it given how hard a job they are having to conquer their immediate neighbor?
also canada is currently not meeting its military enlistment requirements, also more people are leaving the military than are joining, leaving them considerably short of their target strength. Your new defense budget for two years ago in 1.32% of GDP, still short of the 2.0 NATO benchmark.
PMJT has increased the military budget twice during his time in office. Trump talks about all this protection they provide, if anything, our proximity to the U.S. makes us more of a target. Also, we don’t go stomping around the globe picking fights and starting wars.
Don't be so sure of that, It may actually be paying off bigtime right now. Do you see lots of tanks and airplanes over Ukraine right now... no what is it mostly drones. War changed buddy hundreds of tanks don't mean as much anymore. Why have multimillion dollar tank when its getting taken out by a 500 dollar drone. Perhaps right now the US military style or arming up isn't the way to go at all. Seems to me like they might have a lot of expensive Paperweights on their hands now though. Ukraine is changing fates about everything!!! Not just world order as we know it now. Ukrainians are actually the top dogs right now tech wise they are the leader. Straight up this may be the last manned war. which is terrifying because I don't think the consequences of war shouldn't be like a video game, I think it should be horrific, otherwise whats to stop us. just roll out the EDI's as the movie stealth once said oddly enough about an rogue UCAV!! wow I always thought we were going to get those beautiful Talons to play with before EDI's, I always pondered how flight stable one of those Talon Aircraft would be forward swept Beirut 47 style wings and all but better avionics then russians. OH my inner flight child is so disappointed right now!!! "I'll call it a he when it gets out of its cockpit and takes a piss."
The US already has troops in Greenland so the security argument is bull. It's all about resources. The people of Greenland are going to watch their land getting strip mined by US oligarchs.
We shouldn't even be talking about taking allies countries. We may be powerful but we need friends not to mention they have been long time allies. I don't want to risk our troops or their troops or their civilians
When you consider ya'll can't control your southern border that is 1,951 miles long, why would you mess with the northern border that is 5,525 miles long?
Any threat towards a NATO Ally is a threat to all NATO allies. ARTICAL 5
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Canada has a unique situation where it applies to defense spending, not only do we have to cover our nato membership but we also pick up half the tab on NORAD which really only benefits the United States (unless we need a baloon shot down) do we need to spend more ? Absolutely but we as a nation have chosen to put people first which America just doesn't do which creates 2 radically different systems, we have never in our history asked for U.S. defense even though that's a popular myth in Washington DC , the only country that has ever attacked us is America much like today and we fought them off (several times) America needs to remember that allies are a force multiplier and as such a great thing to have , should the trump administration fail to see that ,Canada can easily pivot completely to asia pacific and EU trading partners......
That's exactly what I am waiting for. I keep hoping for the best but in the back of my mind I think Trump and Putin plan to divide up Europe! We're talking 2 bad men who promote National Socialist doctrine.
A German military officer once told me that his country intentionally has a small force due to history. The people still feel embarrassed about World War Two. Some in former East Germany still sympathize with Russia and oppose military buildup.
Germany is the weakest link in NATO. Unfortunately a pacifist country who still think they owe the world a favour due to their past. Most political parties also secretly sympathise with their Russian comrades but never say it publicly. They have played along but with gritted teeth..I am a Brit who has lived in Germany most of my life..I am fully qualified to understand their mentality 😅
America has always liked the fact that the northern nation above them was not a super militaristic world power sharing the continent with them. Even in the 60's America convinced the PM to not develop long range air craft and instead buy long range missile systems from them. Pushing Canada with threats to buy more equipment from the US is bad policy for Canada. It would make it far easier and more equal if the manufacturing of these weapons could be done by Canadians. We will bankrupt ourselves if were are required to buy with out the infrastructure and economic benefits of building up military capability for ourselves. Trump wants to extort Canada and pressure them to fatten up the USA's military industrial complex instead of building an ally with it's own capability. That is were we are , we won't be extorted by Trump or any other world leader.
Mr Trump is dividing people with his simplistic rhetoric. Because people are much more different and multifaceted and should be acknowledged in that way in order to unite as a whole.
The idea is to create an in-group which feels at one threatened and superior to the out-group. Simplicity works well because it Is meant to appeal to simple people who would like to feel better about themselves.
@@stephenhill545 correct, and anti-disinformation tools are critical when a naive society is suddenly pushed around by these deep-pocketed (ultra wealthy) think tanks of the new-right, such as: Heritage Foundation, Claremont Inst., and Federalist /nonsense
Every American commentator tries to "translate" what their president elect is saying. They imply their president says one thing but intends something else. That is a problem. If Trump says he considers grabbing territory from other countries (including allies) then that is what the American people want. The Americans - represented by their elected president - wants less friends, trade, travel and cooperation. Let us grant their wishes and build new partnerships where the US is kept out. This is what they want.
I'm fine and good with that till the US comes around from the lunacy path they have endevored on. I don't even want trump in Canada at all. why because we don't Allow criminals across the border, and I as a citizen am unwilling to lower OUR HIGH STANDARDS. just so his slimyness of a president can enter our country. He doesn't deserve to be able to come here.
General Hodges … I very much appreciate your support of Ukraine but with all due respect … to suggest that there is a case for Canada becoming a US State is just plain wrong. Canada will reach the 2% GDP target but we shouldn’t loose sight of the fact that in dollar terms, Canada is still one of the top contributors to the NATO alliance. From Korea to Kandahar, Canadian soldiers have fought and died, shoulder to shoulder with our American brothers in arms in the defence of freedom. Canada punches above its weight and is no laggard militarily. In the arctic, America should accept the obvious … the Northwest Passage is in Canadian territorial waters and they should recognize this fact. As to the US border, you probably know that Canada has very strict gun control laws yet illegal weapons flow north across the border. Canadians want no part of the US gun cult … stop sending us assault weapons. They have no place in a civil society. I hope America rights the ship before it’s too late but alas, the immediate future seems bleak. Again, thank you for your candid and helpful insight’s into Russia’s illegal war of aggression.
wow, didn't pay close enough attn myself to hear him say that bout canada becoming a state which is preposterous from several crucial angles that are reeeally obvious! And yes we yanks r well aware of our bad influence on criminal culture and guns and illegal drugs.
Yea, well, Canada IS huge, the 2nd largest land mass in the world, but as far as defence spending goes, we have a very small population, only 40 million people, so we are limited not only financially, but also in manpower and resources.
thoughtful??? What have you seen as thoughtful? One thing: Trump the his envoy Gen. Kellog give Crimea and the conquested territory as Russia's. This is a pacified matter for them. And what did Gen. Hodges say about it?
I like everything the General said except about Canada's investment in defense. USA always seems to think we should be fielding a military presence similar to theirs. How would this even be possible with one tenth the population they have and similarly smaller economy. We also have the same problem getting the public to join the armed forces. The General seem to suggest the USA protects Canada. In what way? We significantly support NORAD which can only be interpreted as we help protect USA. Not Canada. Just get out a Globe of the Earth and see where the USA/RUSSIA missiles fly. Over Canada. All the Great Circle routes from USA to RUSSIA go over CANADA! If RUSSIA/USA could shoot down nuclear missiles, where would they land? CANADA! How is that protecting CANADA? Let's not forget that while CANADA entered two World Wars to help Britain, the USA was years late doing so. Let's not forget that CANADA supported the USA in Korea, Gulf War and after 911 in Afghanistan. We have shed more blood and treasure (per capita) defending and supporting the USA than they have directly for CANADA. For being such a good and protective layer against USA's enemies we are now being threatened with words of Economic War and Annexation. I hope the World will see USA's weakness and bring Armageddon to them. We may also die but the burn will be so delightful.
Also, around 30 000 Canadians volunteered for US forces to fight in Vietnam and up to 50 000 in the Union Army during the civil war, and then there's the Canadian Caper in Iran and operation yellow ribbon during 9/11.
People seem to forget easily. It seems like people forgot Trumps previous term. How terrible it was, unfortunately, American people elected Trump agin now the American people and the world has to deal with his baggage.
A test for American generals and the best ways to protect American interests? Why ask an American about the annexation of Canada? Canadians of every political stripe are sickened and enraged to the core in a unity foreigners cannot understand. Buckle up.
Our neighbours are France, Denmark, Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Poland, Czech Republic, Austria and the Swiss. We have good relations with all of them. Which neighbor do you mean?
I hope Canada will take this opportunity to improve their relations with China and built a real economical partnership based on respect and honesty. I would start by removing tariffs on Chinese cars to show them goodwill and because they are a lot better than musk lemons.
@ Reality. China is the largest manufacturer in the world. They are also a major consumer of food and other products Canada produces. This will be the second time in 10 years that the US has broken a trade treaty with Canada. The US is not a reliable trading partner. Will they always be our largest trading partner? Yes. Can we depend on them not to abuse that fact? No. Canada needs to trade with Europe from our east coast and Asia from our west coast.
The USA is pis sed off with Europe and Germany at the latest, as a lot of trade is conducted in euros instead of dollars! If the dollar were totally replaced as the main trading currency, the USA would be totally finished, due to its immense foreign debt.
if you think the euro is more stable than the dollar, I'm sure it will prove very interesting when Russia invades Poland and see what the euro can do while the Trumps America will sit back and watch what European unity can be without the US 'interfering' .
@ Do you remember which NATO member was the only one to declare a state of alliance? The whole world knows that Trump America cannot be relied on, whether militarily or in trade.
@@monumentaltravel3745 actually, that's provably untrue. the nordics have proved utterly reliable and there are many other examples. The usa has manouvered for its current position because responsibility = power. It is surrendering both right now
The trend of a country buying another country is a normal global transction now ? In 2025, are we seeing many transactions of one country buying another country (regardless how far or why the reason) ?
Russia sold Alaska due to debt and difficulties with economic development of the region. The minority natives had no say in the matter. Greenland opposes annexation and Denmark is an ally. Not the same…
Because making Canada a state of America will bring MORE benefits to America. Btw, this general, is the one who claimed “Ukraine will win very fast and retake Crimea by Aug. 2023“ in the official interview.
We used to listen to Thule AF Base on FM radio in the late 80s. 24hr rock and roll, I worked drilling rigs in Canada above the arctic circle, $3500 pay for a 2 week shift. Rock and Roll
Didn't like Ben Hodges saying that the UK's exit from the EU weakened NATO. That was a ridiculous statement and was more indicative of his political leanings as a Democrat. The UK leaving Europe was the most democratic thing the UK has done since the suffragettes won women the vote. And how is it possible to weaken an alliance built on democratic principles if a country exercises its democratic right. Other than that, I think he's a fine man.
Watched "Canadian Bacon" on Prime starring John Candy and Alan Alda. A Michael Moore film 1995. Fantastic comedy but soooo prophetic. Highly recommend viewing. US invading Canada to up the popularity of a president and keep the masses from dealing with their real problems.
"There's going to be a lot of really talented, mature sensible people in the administration. They're not gonna all be.... crazy." Are you serious?! We've been hearing idea that Trump will be constrained by adults since 2017. Let us hope Ben is right this time. But there's that word, hope. That unfortunately has been completely drained away.
Why? Because Donald Trump is a bully and apparently American voters think that's what is needed. It's absolutely pathetic.
Well said.
a bully AND a thug!
Just to be clear, it is not the public that elects the US President. That would be the Electoral College (which should be abolished). Even Though Trump DID receive more of the popular vote (the first Republican in 30 years) this is really due to the failed educational system in the US that actively discourages kids to think for themselves (the educational system here is funded based on only two things: attendance and test scores - how do you make sure test scores are high? By teaching the kids to MEMORIZE information and data, NOT learning how to derive it or research it). This produces an enormous population the has incredibly strong opinions about nearly everything without knowing (supported by actual facts and evidence), or being able to think through anything (in this specific case - the US Government).
The answer to the question of this video, "Why would you pick a fight with a neighbor who's one of your biggest trading partners?" The real answer is: Mental Illness. His Niece (Mary Trump - check out her YT channel) is a licensed Psychologist that explains much of DJT's background, mentality, and behavior.
We've been bullied for 4 years. Even the government, FBI, has been USED against the American people. We are sick of the problems Biden brought us, which began on his day one.
You Canadian's put tariffs on American dairy products as high as 270%.
I hope Canada uses this moment to create a free trade zone within Canada. This would expedite the process of building east/west infrastructure, like pipelines and ports to Europe and Asia. If Canada can ship LNG and refined products at scale (1 or 2 million bpd each to EU and Asia) it will remove much of the leverage America currently has over Canada.
One would hope. Canada is a surprisingly decentralized federation for outsiders. It's in our interest but I doubt it can get done in a timely fashion.
For this we have to get rid of Trudeau and his puppets .Germans and Japanese came begging for Canadian oil and gas, he put them down
The Canadian Free Trade Agreement was signed July 1, 2017. This Liberal government also signed another 2 free trade agreements that did not include the USA. And this government has increased trade with the EU by 46%. All of this after seeing the writing on the wall in 2016. Unfortunately we now have a populist clown who can only repeat 'axe the tax'. And the problem is, when you remove the carbon tax, those trading partners just slap our exports with 'carbon tariffs'. You couldn't pick a worse time to roll out a horrible policy. And I'm afraid the Canadian population might be as lazy as the American population (90 million not voting).
@@realnapster1522 I wonder if you are one of the 9 million Americans who rely on trade with Canada?
@@john_doe_not_found that’s what Poilievre’s plan is and I think this might be the catalyst to get support without a headwind.
We Canadians are not afraid of bullies. Even big bullies like Trump. If he wants a fight, we'll oblige. We are happy to trade with the US, we are even happy to be friends with the US, but that doesn't mean that we want to be Americans. We are happy being Canadians. And we will fight to preserve that.
P.S. - Ben Hodges is an American that I like and respect. He would have made a much better president than the orange monster.
I'm on your left.
So...
Maybe you have some weapons "to preserve that" or independent economy to struggle long enough?
Some huge allies like china or Russia which could support you in your fight? No?
So i just recommend you to be realistic, here is nothing you could do.
@@morsmordre3459 LOL. Hold our beer. Careful, it's a lot stronger than American beer.
@@rockbutcher I'm not an American...
@ It was a statement of fact. Not a presumption of your nationality.
I am a 70 year old Canadian and I travelled extensively in the United States in the seventies and eighties. I met some really great and welcoming Americans. America has changed and unfortunately not for the better. We are generally polite and low key. Trump has ignited a new level patriotic nationalism. We do need to invest more heavily in our military NATO obligations. Canada has historically punched above our weight in military conflicts especially during both world wars. We suffered more deaths on a per capita basis in Afghanistan than any other participant. Trump is a narcissist bully and we will stand up to him . Canada has some vital raw materials that our critical to their day to day living. We do have some leverage with this guy and the Canadian government and our citizens don't back down when confronted by a fascist.
Trump is a Liar. If 🇨🇦Canada was smart it would consider joining the emerging BRICS economies which include China, Russia, India and UAE which is going off the USD.. As it stands now Canada sells 98% of its LNG and 60% of its Natural Resources to the USA for very low prices. The idea that the United States “subsidizes” Canada to the tune of $200 billion annually is an erroneous interpretation of the economic and energy relationship between the two nations. This claim lacks the analytical rigor necessary to withstand scrutiny when we consider the facts. First, Canada is a critical supplier of energy to the U.S., providing a substantial portion of its crude oil and natural gas needs. Approximately 60% of U.S. crude oil imports come from Canada, most notably from Alberta's oil sands, a resource that represents a significant part of Canada's energy production CANADA ENERGY REGULATOR . The United States also imports 98% of Canada’s natural gas, an essential resource that powers homes and industries across the U.S. during the colder months EIA . This energy exchange is a matter of mutual necessity, not a one-sided dependency. The term "subsidy" implies one party is providing financial support to the other. In this context, it is crucial to distinguish between a trade relationship and a financial aid arrangement. The energy Canada provides is not given as a charity or a handout; it is sold at market prices, reflecting the value of the resources being exchanged. The United States, in return, exports over $300 billion in goods to Canada annually, including vehicles, machinery, and technology EIA . This reciprocal trade benefits both economies and underpins millions of jobs on both sides of the border. Furthermore, Canada’s defense contributions are often undervalued in discussions like these. Canada is not merely a passive recipient of American protection; the two countries cooperate through NORAD and share responsibility for the defense of North America. Canada’s military, though smaller than that of the U.S., plays an active role in peacekeeping and global security efforts. The assumption that Canada “freeloads” on the U.S. military is therefore logically flawed and ignores decades of joint action. In sum, this claim of a "$200 billion subsidy" does not withstand scrutiny when examined through the lens of facts. Canada’s role as a supplier of essential resources to the U.S. is a mutual exchange, one that supports both economies. Similarly, the defense partnership is based on shared responsibility, not a hierarchical arrangement where one side is a mere recipient of the other’s generosity. Thus, it is neither logical nor accurate to claim that the U.S. is subsidizing Canada in the manner implied by such statements. Instead, the reality is a balanced interdependence, rooted in economic and security cooperation. 🇨🇦
@@BlueRaven-q2x Bravo! An excellent "discussion". Now if only we could get Americans to digest this instead of listening to Fox News and the orange liar.
@AnnDetar Fascist? That would be Trudeau. Bully? You Canadian's have been living under our protection for some 80 years. Defend yourselves, if you can.Your military is in a sorry state.
Per capita Denmark suffered the most loses in Afghanistan. But your point is still valid
all that to call him Fascist?
If Trump, and by extension a majority of the voting US public, wants to isolate and weaken their country they are free to do so, but threatening long term allies with ruin is unacceptable and everyone must do their utmost to decouple from the US both financially and militarily.
the USA has proven itself to be a weak ally, just like Russia
that's right, IF the WH under DJT does not immediately start showing full respect in its pre-existing perfect diplo relations w/ these countries. It's incredibly tone-deaf on a biblical scale and those countries need to show they will not tolerate even slight attitudes like that from the U.S., bcuz it's the attitude that counts. IF the WH won't change tune, then absolutely decouple!
Strangely enough, however, when Trump says that many European NATO nations do not pay the agreed 2% for common military defenses, leaving the US with the brunt of military interventions and aid, here the deaf and distracted appear. If then we start talking about 5%, here they become indignant. Evidently Russia is not that scary, huh?
Canada should join the EU!
Absolutely disgusted with Donald Trump and these things he's been saying
Canada hasn’t benefited one bit from the US army . What a bunch of BS . Canada always steps up to help wherever whenever.
@toddfletcher64. During two world wars and for the last eighty years Canada has been under the protection of the most powerful military on the planet. Your military couldn't stop an argument. There's a number of videos here showing what a sorry state Canada's armed forces are in.
BS! Canada barely spends anything in National Defense. Most of security in North America is by the US Navy and Army.
@@KennethGiuffre-i5n Tell it!
Canada has not been meeting the NATO agreement for military spending for years. Trudeau has been giving away billions of our tax money without spending it on our priorities. Our military is weak and if we were ever invaded (potentially by Russia), we would be 100% reliant on the US military for our defence.
Totally agree. Canada has only one land border. In the past there was no reason to defend the border to USA.
Why pick a fight with one of your largest trading partners?
A failure to understand consequences
From what I've understood, the president elect has surrounded himself, largely, with those that will simply agree with him rather than say what they really think
You know, if he instead tried to make Mexico the 51rst state, it would solve the border issues
@@BrandonMcCurry999 Like to see them mess with a border that is 5,525 miles long
Denmark is not just a trading partner but also a NATO ally.
Today the Danish PM spoke to Trump for 45 minutes on the phone. It didn't go so well allegedly. 😞
BECAUSE TRUMP AND REPUBLICANS ARE OUT OF CONTROL!
Ben Hodges is a class act. He is well respected in Canada 🇨🇦
Pray for the sake of both countries that Mark Carney will be Canada's next Prime Minister! He wants both countries to be strong and forward looking because we are such important trading partners. Carney is the guy who is best prepared to deal with Trump. More so than any other heads of state.
🍁 CANADA STRONG 🍁
MAPLE LEAF FOREVER!
@@normplatt7549 you scared me for a second, I read that as Maple Leafs forever lol
@@cinmanmoo Plural sorry!
LOL!
I live in Canada, It’s seems the world is tired of the U.S.
Then the world should take their people back. 😂
I am tired of Trump. I have been for 8 to 10 years.
No like Canada the world is tired of our politics! And Trump!
since Reagan for me, i was 13
I completely understand, but please don't generalize. Biden and the Democratic Party have demonstrated that they know how to responsibly govern and treat our allies with respect. It is Donald Trump and the MAGA/Republican Party who are sowing chaos and making absurd threats against our allies. Hopefully, nothing will come of Trump's nonsensical threats. Typically Trump overreaches and then there is blowback. I expect the Democrats to make significant legislative gains in the 2026 mid-term elections which will serve as a check on his agenda.
As an American, I can agree. The hypocrisy of the country is just staggering in this day and age and I am sick of the Bull S**t and lies.
You meant Ben? I concur.
@@FlockOfBIRDS-k7d no he means the U.S. overall. As an american i partly agree, particularly bcuz so many ultraconservatives have had real power over the past eight years and now we're in a political disaster.
This Canadian can tell you, that the USA has a long history of breaking treaties when it suits their needs. And a history of not ratifying human rights agreements. They broke 500 treaties just with Native Americans. Trump ripped up the Iran nuclear deal, now he rips up the free trade agreement he just signed 4 years ago. Why should we make any agreement with the USA?
It will only get worse after Jan 20th
Puerto Rico is a perfect case for those being approached by the USA to join them as a dependency. Be certain you catch your roll of paper towels the first time, there won’t be a second time. And ask indigenous Americans how they have been treated-and continue to be treated by the USA. Stay with Denmark, at least you have Public Health Care, something denied to ordinary Americans.
True to form, the USA has broken about 500 treaties with Native Americans.
Canada has been defended by the US. We’ve been at war to help allies in WW1, WW2, Korea, and Afghanistan and some other Middle East actions as well as peace keeping. US has never gone to war for Canada, but we did answer the NATO article 5 triggered by…American. It cost Canadian lives and $Billions. Yes we need to beef up our military but we don’t strictly owe the US more than the cost of the fleet of F-35 we’re purchasing.
Ah.... we invaded the Canadian provinces during the American Revolution, tried again in the War of 1812. And those 'British' soldiers who burned the White House? They were Canadians. But things have been good since...
We've been invaded by the U.S. Never defended by it.
My man, Afghanistan was YOUR war and the allies helped YOU and not the other way round
@@WillN2Go1 You forgot the US government sponsered Fenian raids into Canada.
@@Guitarooster52 who attack Canadian in history
And now we can add belligerent nationalism to the long list of Fascist ideological traits displayed by Trump.
America is a imperial Empire
American presidents behaviour are always like that
@@WingkKongBetter they are the most powerful country in the world than a host of others.
@@meagainandagain5756 people in the middle east will disagree
You couldn't provide a correct definition of Facism if your life depended on it
You don't even know what real fascism is.
What borders on stupidity? Canada and Mexico.
😉 clever
sad but true
❤😅❤
Just take his tinfoil hats away from him
@monumentaltravel3745 it's a good joke...I'm Canadian
and i laughed...~♡~
A Real Gentleman with high intellect!
😂😂😂
@@Samayil_2024 unlike you
Not at all
A lot of people, including Trump apparently, forget what happened last time he imposed tariffs on Canadian goods during his last term. Canada turned around and imposed focussed tariffs on specific products produced in Republican States run by his biggest supporters. Heinz Ketchup, Jack Daniels, Florida orange juice... Within days, Trump's biggest supporters in the Senate ran clean out of 'hooah' and started complaining to him when their workers started complaining to them. Trump dropped the tariffs and everything went back to normal. The whole affair took less than one month IIRC.
It's funny how the same people that said it's 'extremely unlikely' that Russia was going to invade Ukraine are now saying its 'extremely unlikely' that Americans are going to invade Canada/Greenland/Panama
I want to believe than attacking allies is somewhat different.
@@fastertovewould Europe intervene? No. They would quickly find excuses to support the US along lines of, now we have the US in Europe to better defend us.
@ Sorry, but that doesn't make much sense.
You mean Zelenskij?
You mean friendly fire 🔥 😂@@fastertove
Too many unserious and unqualified people around Agent Orange.
Indeed.
As opposed to all the warmonger NeoCons George W Bush surrounded himself with. I bet the Trump presidency won’t kill anywhere near as many people as good old George did.
Four years from now they will all be even wealthier they are now. That’s the only reason they’re there.
@ Musk's driver is power. Money he has.
The Orange Julius Caesar is trailing just a bit behind Biden, age-wise.
@@morstyrannis1951 Musk's driver is power.
The Orange Julius Caesar is trailing just a bit behind Biden, age-wise.
Vladimir Putin is much more geopolitically informed and intellectually inclined on just about everything than Trump!
The answer is simple: why have trade when you can just steal it? When someone has something you want, all you have to do to justify taking it is make them an enemy.
That's the problem here. He can't justify bullying Canada. Especially when we helped you so much. Who sent firefighters and planes when LA was on fire? They're still there. Who helped you during 911? Everything Drumpf is doing spits on our kindness. Kind doesn't mean weak.
"One of" the biggest trade partners?
THE biggest trade partner.
Mexico passed us a year or so ago. Of course, he talking about 25% down there too.
@ryuuguu01 No, Mexico didn't. ... only in automobiles.
Ben Hodges is a good man and worth listening to.
He might be a good man but he is a lousy analyst. Virtually all his predictions on the Russia/Ukraine war heave been dead wrong. Indeed he is nit an analyst but a propagandist.
He is a propagandist. Nothing more than that.
@@Liboch not at all. He's one of the clearest thinkers in war theory, war strategies (which are political), etc. You clearly either are a paid anti-Ben /anti-western/democratic troll or are profoundly ignorant.
and clear thinker, strategic thinker, which is all that matters in conflict and its mitigation and resolution.
@@18_rabbit Ben Hodges: "Ukraine’s tactics are pushing Russia to the brink of collapse" (November 2024)
Then you go and look at the main YT mappers on the Ukrainian conflict and you realize that the opposite is true.
I am a 78 year old Canadian 2 months older than Trump, USA used to be the shining light on the hill.. who turns on their Friends and neighbours...I belong to a n international union, that has me trained in 2 universities Purdue and Michigan, worked on nuke plants in new Hampshire and south jersey, great friends, ahat the frig is happening? FRIENDS
Canadian here. Truth be told, the Trudeau years were the best ten years of my life. I choose to think for myself no matter what the right wing tech bros and polls tell to me to think.
@@imaginethat765 you must be pretty young to not have experienced what a Centrist Liberal government is like.
@@Guitarooster52 I'm starting to forget
@@Guitarooster52 he must be old enough to remember the last CONservative dictatorship under Harper! You remember him right, he is the PM who sold Canada out to the Chinese with that FIPA deal!!
What do you make of Mark Carney?
@ more credibility and competency than all other options now.
Canada has pulled more than their weight. Learn before you talk.
As a Canadian 🇨🇦, we should be spending more on defense.
Do you think you are in danger of being invaded anytime soon ( other than by the US I mean ) I very much doubt Russia could manage it given how hard a job they are having to conquer their immediate neighbor?
also canada is currently not meeting its military enlistment requirements, also more people are leaving the military than are joining, leaving them considerably short of their target strength. Your new defense budget for two years ago in 1.32% of GDP, still short of the 2.0 NATO benchmark.
@@al28854thanks for all that captain obvious. Do you have any penetrating insights on the weather you’d care to share?
@@dangavel1283 If you knew Canadian History you would know that the US has always been the only threat.
PMJT has increased the military budget twice during his time in office. Trump talks about all this protection they provide, if anything, our proximity to the U.S. makes us more of a target. Also, we don’t go stomping around the globe picking fights and starting wars.
I'll listen to Gen.Hodges over just about anyone. He knows what's happening.
Trump is a more on
He's sofa king inept
Trying to one-up his bud, Vlad. Amazing that he is being credited as a "great negotiator" vs being seen as the Trump version of Putin.
It's Vova, not Vlad. Vlad is a short name for Vladislav!
Doesn't US protect the continent for its own interests?
They've never done anything that wasn't for their own benefit...never.
@rrhhwwgg That's why this tariff talk is nonsense.
Hey Canada cut off cheap pharmaceuticals as a start and use tariffs on everything else. I stand with Canada , Canada wise, Canada strong !
Nice To Hear Ben Hodges Assessment Of Trumps Crazy Ambitions ! This Man Is The Kind The US Needs To Run The Country ! Shame On Trump !
Ben Hodges for potus
What Potus needs to be is a knowledgeable, trust worthy, steady hand like Ben Hodges. Trump has none of that!
We as Canadians have much to be proud of. Military capacity is not one of those. Much to do.
Don't be so sure of that, It may actually be paying off bigtime right now. Do you see lots of tanks and airplanes over Ukraine right now... no what is it mostly drones. War changed buddy hundreds of tanks don't mean as much anymore. Why have multimillion dollar tank when its getting taken out by a 500 dollar drone. Perhaps right now the US military style or arming up isn't the way to go at all. Seems to me like they might have a lot of expensive Paperweights on their hands now though. Ukraine is changing fates about everything!!! Not just world order as we know it now. Ukrainians are actually the top dogs right now tech wise they are the leader. Straight up this may be the last manned war. which is terrifying because I don't think the consequences of war shouldn't be like a video game, I think it should be horrific, otherwise whats to stop us. just roll out the EDI's as the movie stealth once said oddly enough about an rogue UCAV!! wow I always thought we were going to get those beautiful Talons to play with before EDI's, I always pondered how flight stable one of those Talon Aircraft would be forward swept Beirut 47 style wings and all but better avionics then russians. OH my inner flight child is so disappointed right now!!! "I'll call it a he when it gets out of its cockpit and takes a piss."
The US already has troops in Greenland so the security argument is bull.
It's all about resources.
The people of Greenland are going to watch their land getting strip mined by US oligarchs.
Amen to General Hodges common sense comments.❤
We shouldn't even be talking about taking allies countries. We may be powerful but we need friends not to mention they have been long time allies. I don't want to risk our troops or their troops or their civilians
the USA is proving itself to be a very weak ally
When you consider ya'll can't control your southern border that is 1,951 miles long, why would you mess with the northern border that is 5,525 miles long?
The industrial military complex must keep on making money from wars, as usual.
General Ben Hodges should be the new secretary of defence. He is experienced, knowledgeable and intelligent.
It'll be as real as Mexico paying for 40 miles of border wall.
Any threat towards a NATO Ally is a threat to all NATO allies. ARTICAL 5
Canada has a unique situation where it applies to defense spending, not only do we have to cover our nato membership but we also pick up half the tab on NORAD which really only benefits the United States (unless we need a baloon shot down) do we need to spend more ? Absolutely but we as a nation have chosen to put people first which America just doesn't do which creates 2 radically different systems, we have never in our history asked for U.S. defense even though that's a popular myth in Washington DC , the only country that has ever attacked us is America much like today and we fought them off (several times) America needs to remember that allies are a force multiplier and as such a great thing to have , should the trump administration fail to see that ,Canada can easily pivot completely to asia pacific and EU trading partners......
Not enough men in US military because obesity is hampering recruitment?
McDonald's is doing it's part😂😂😂🎉🎉
According to the CDC, more than 70% of American adults are over weight or obese. That might explain why 90 million were too lazy to vote. What a joke.
Europe needs natural gas and reliable oil reserves. Canada now has this, since that we will not longer be shipping it to the US.
I believe trump and poutine have already agreed "this side is mine...this side is yours".
The modern time Molotov-Ribbentrop. We are not taking it lying down. A Finnish Canadian here.
That's exactly what I am waiting for. I keep hoping for the best but in the back of my mind I think Trump and Putin plan to divide up Europe! We're talking 2 bad men who promote National Socialist doctrine.
Legal opinion? It would be a war crime to invade another country unprovoked.
especially an ally!
Doesn't scare trumpet. He's faced so many charges and comes out squeaky clean. Wtfrig
Nevermind Trump’s greenland silliness. When is Germany going to take Russia seriously and defend Europe?
Do you realize that the EU has provided more total assistance to Ukraine than anyone else? I would assume Germany is a large part of that.
Oh but Trump said many times he would stop the war in Ukraine before he was even in office.
3 Days to go.
Did people really fall for his lies?
A German military officer once told me that his country intentionally has a small force due to history. The people still feel embarrassed about World War Two. Some in former East Germany still sympathize with Russia and oppose military buildup.
Germany is the weakest link in NATO. Unfortunately a pacifist country who still think they owe the world a favour due to their past.
Most political parties also secretly sympathise with their Russian comrades but never say it publicly. They have played along but with gritted teeth..I am a Brit who has lived in Germany most of my life..I am fully qualified to understand their mentality 😅
America has always liked the fact that the northern nation above them was not a super militaristic world power sharing the continent with them. Even in the 60's America convinced the PM to not develop long range air craft and instead buy long range missile systems from them. Pushing Canada with threats to buy more equipment from the US is bad policy for Canada. It would make it far easier and more equal if the manufacturing of these weapons could be done by Canadians. We will bankrupt ourselves if were are required to buy with out the infrastructure and economic benefits of building up military capability for ourselves. Trump wants to extort Canada and pressure them to fatten up the USA's military industrial complex instead of building an ally with it's own capability. That is were we are , we won't be extorted by Trump or any other world leader.
Ben Hodges knows what’s up!
When Canada sells 60% of the oil 'merica needs we have a full house, aces over kings.
Don't think oil, think potash.
Hodges capacity as truthteller and analyst is not top notch. His inputs during the conflict in Ukraine has shown that time and time again.
Mr Trump is dividing people with his simplistic rhetoric. Because people are much more different and multifaceted and should be acknowledged in that way in order to unite as a whole.
Trump doesn't want to unite people, he wouldn't be pointing fingers at entire groups of Americans otherwise
The idea is to create an in-group which feels at one threatened and superior to the out-group. Simplicity works well because it Is meant to appeal to simple people who would like to feel better about themselves.
@ Yes, you’re right unfortunately.
@@stephenhill545 correct, and anti-disinformation tools are critical when a naive society is suddenly pushed around by these deep-pocketed (ultra wealthy) think tanks of the new-right, such as: Heritage Foundation, Claremont Inst., and Federalist /nonsense
Every American commentator tries to "translate" what their president elect is saying. They imply their president says one thing but intends something else. That is a problem. If Trump says he considers grabbing territory from other countries (including allies) then that is what the American people want. The Americans - represented by their elected president - wants less friends, trade, travel and cooperation. Let us grant their wishes and build new partnerships where the US is kept out. This is what they want.
I'm fine and good with that till the US comes around from the lunacy path they have endevored on. I don't even want trump in Canada at all. why because we don't Allow criminals across the border, and I as a citizen am unwilling to lower OUR HIGH STANDARDS. just so his slimyness of a president can enter our country. He doesn't deserve to be able to come here.
General Hodges … I very much appreciate your support of Ukraine but with all due respect … to suggest that there is a case for Canada becoming a US State is just plain wrong. Canada will reach the 2% GDP target but we shouldn’t loose sight of the fact that in dollar terms, Canada is still one of the top contributors to the NATO alliance. From Korea to Kandahar, Canadian soldiers have fought and died, shoulder to shoulder with our American brothers in arms in the defence of freedom. Canada punches above its weight and is no laggard militarily. In the arctic, America should accept the obvious … the Northwest Passage is in Canadian territorial waters and they should recognize this fact. As to the US border, you probably know that Canada has very strict gun control laws yet illegal weapons flow north across the border. Canadians want no part of the US gun cult … stop sending us assault weapons. They have no place in a civil society. I hope America rights the ship before it’s too late but alas, the immediate future seems bleak. Again, thank you for your candid and helpful insight’s into Russia’s illegal war of aggression.
wow, didn't pay close enough attn myself to hear him say that bout canada becoming a state which is preposterous from several crucial angles that are reeeally obvious! And yes we yanks r well aware of our bad influence on criminal culture and guns and illegal drugs.
@18_rabbit
It's ridiculous at best.
And, homeland security would be a thing of the past...
Putin is laughing
Trump’s defence nominee is not qualified to run a McDonald’s restaurant
Thats why he didnt apply for that.
C'mon guys, he promised to quit drinking once he gets the job.
Thats a laugh LOL Biden ran the counrty into the ground -Austin was a joke WTFU.
That’s the point. He would be loyal and obedient to the demands of President elon and the cremlin.
Trump is more dangerous than Vladimir Putin
.... but Europe is not the US's biggest trading partner! Canada is. (Excuse me..... Canada was.... those days need to end!)
Neighbours forever, neighbors never.
Be careful you might get banned for hate speech. 😀
Yea, well, Canada IS huge, the 2nd largest land mass in the world, but as far as defence spending goes, we have a very small population, only 40 million people, so we are limited not only financially, but also in manpower and resources.
yes....everyone seems to forget that little detail...
We need to get our military back in shape!
Trump cannot keep his mouth shut. What a terrible choice and a sad day has come to America that sleepy joe and a clown get to be the choice.
Sleepy Joe built a good economy , at least compared to Trump . Donald will now ruin that .
1 mistake
Europe is NOT Americas #1
Trading Partner
CANADA is the BIGGEST trading
Partner
Actually this year it's Mexico.
As usual, very thoughtful analysis by Gen. Hodges. US
thoughtful??? What have you seen as thoughtful? One thing: Trump the his envoy Gen. Kellog give Crimea and the conquested territory as Russia's. This is a pacified matter for them. And what did Gen. Hodges say about it?
@@MasteringGeopolitics please re submit your comment in English or some language RUclips can translate. It’s complete gibberish.
I like everything the General said except about Canada's investment in defense. USA always seems to think we should be fielding a military presence similar to theirs. How would this even be possible with one tenth the population they have and similarly smaller economy. We also have the same problem getting the public to join the armed forces.
The General seem to suggest the USA protects Canada. In what way? We significantly support NORAD which can only be interpreted as we help protect USA. Not Canada. Just get out a Globe of the Earth and see where the USA/RUSSIA missiles fly. Over Canada. All the Great Circle routes from USA to RUSSIA go over CANADA! If RUSSIA/USA could shoot down nuclear missiles, where would they land? CANADA! How is that protecting CANADA?
Let's not forget that while CANADA entered two World Wars to help Britain, the USA was years late doing so.
Let's not forget that CANADA supported the USA in Korea, Gulf War and after 911 in Afghanistan.
We have shed more blood and treasure (per capita) defending and supporting the USA than they have directly for CANADA.
For being such a good and protective layer against USA's enemies we are now being threatened with words of Economic War and Annexation.
I hope the World will see USA's weakness and bring Armageddon to them. We may also die but the burn will be so delightful.
Also, around 30 000 Canadians volunteered for US forces to fight in Vietnam and up to 50 000 in the Union Army during the civil war, and then there's the Canadian Caper in Iran and operation yellow ribbon during 9/11.
Can't thank you enough general.
People seem to forget easily. It seems like people forgot Trumps previous term. How terrible it was, unfortunately, American people elected Trump agin now the American people and the world has to deal with his baggage.
Ben would have been a better choice for the.President of the USA IMO.
A test for American generals and the best ways to protect American interests? Why ask an American about the annexation of Canada?
Canadians of every political stripe are sickened and enraged to the core in a unity foreigners cannot understand. Buckle up.
Donald has to say something outrageous to stay in the news cycle.
Anti Trumpers say "He is such a liar you can't believe anything he says" Next "OMG how can he want to do such a thing, this is atrocious"🤣😅
Yes indeed Germany. 'Why would you pick a fight with a neighbour who's one of your biggest trading partners?'
saying this as a American?
@@arnodobler1096 Note how I spell 'neighbour'.
Our neighbours are France, Denmark, Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Poland, Czech Republic, Austria and the Swiss. We have good relations with all of them. Which neighbor do you mean?
@@psnaris Subtleties like that escape most Americans.
@@Shaddarhim Russian Federation
Hello DW NEWS 🇺🇸🇺🇸GOOD NIGHT 🙏 Ben Hodges 🇺🇸 is a great General helping Ukraine 🇺🇦 to be Victorious 🙏
Men don't even want to protect the women in Peace Time.. you expect them to protect us in War Time? 😅
True 😂 I sure don't feel safe. I'm going to mix the cement for our wall!
Russia is shocked at their most recent ally called the US
I hope Canada will take this opportunity to improve their relations with China and built a real economical partnership based on respect and honesty. I would start by removing tariffs on Chinese cars to show them goodwill and because they are a lot better than musk lemons.
If Trump puts the 25% tariff on for very long, it will destroy the Canadian auto industry then there will be no reason for tariffs on Chinese cars.
China ? What are you smoking ?
@ Reality. China is the largest manufacturer in the world. They are also a major consumer of food and other products Canada produces. This will be the second time in 10 years that the US has broken a trade treaty with Canada. The US is not a reliable trading partner. Will they always be our largest trading partner? Yes. Can we depend on them not to abuse that fact? No. Canada needs to trade with Europe from our east coast and Asia from our west coast.
@@ryuuguu01
Break a trade agreement once shame on you. Break a trade agreement twice and expect no retaliation, shame on me.
As someone not an ordinary person wrote it that “ half truth is more dangerous than a sheer lie “ the policy of the channel if it can not ignore .
The USA is pis sed off with Europe and Germany at the latest, as a lot of trade is conducted in euros instead of dollars! If the dollar were totally replaced as the main trading currency, the USA would be totally finished, due to its immense foreign debt.
if you think the euro is more stable than the dollar, I'm sure it will prove very interesting when Russia invades Poland and see what the euro can do while the Trumps America will sit back and watch what European unity can be without the US 'interfering' .
@ It would certainly sweep everyone away, yes.
@ Do you remember which NATO member was the only one to declare a state of alliance?
The whole world knows that Trump America cannot be relied on, whether militarily or in trade.
@@monumentaltravel3745 the USA is a weak ally and the world has started pivoting away already
@@monumentaltravel3745 actually, that's provably untrue. the nordics have proved utterly reliable and there are many other examples. The usa has manouvered for its current position because responsibility = power. It is surrendering both right now
We didn’t pick the fight they did. We are defending ourselves which we have every right to do and will do. You basic premise is completely false
What a Wise Gentleman 🎩
The trend of a country buying another country is a normal global transction now ? In 2025, are we seeing many transactions of one country buying another country (regardless how far or why the reason) ?
no. this is misinformation
Russia sold Alaska due to debt and difficulties with economic development of the region. The minority natives had no say in the matter.
Greenland opposes annexation and Denmark is an ally. Not the same…
@weirdo1060 yep. and also, does anybody really want to "be like russia" in this decade?
Lieutenant General = 3 Star General ! Would have thought you'd get that right. It's quite an insult to mess with their achievements.
Too late, don't count on Denmark next time America looking for allied.
Ines Pohl is an exceptionally good podcast host.
Both Ines and especially Ben are always great with their interviewing and analysis. Thanks both.
A very good analysis of the current situation. Thank you for airing this
Because making Canada a state of America will bring MORE benefits to America. Btw, this general, is the one who claimed “Ukraine will win very fast and retake Crimea by Aug. 2023“ in the official interview.
We used to listen to Thule AF Base on FM radio in the late 80s. 24hr rock and roll, I worked drilling rigs in Canada above the arctic circle, $3500 pay for a 2 week shift. Rock and Roll
WE ARE CANADIAN, WE ARE CANADA
Great Interview DW. Thanks to General Ben Hodges from Canada.
Wonderful. We have our own Putin, right here in the U.S.! 👎
You prepare your bed in late 80is early 90is , now sleep in it .
Always excellent informative interview, thank you Ben Hodges
Yessir very well laid out as usual.
Greetings from Canada.🇺🇸🇨🇦👍
The Chinese own most of the Los Angeles, and Long Beach port on the west coast without Trump complaining about it.
It would be unconstitutional for the US expand their territory into foreign land.
Didn't like Ben Hodges saying that the UK's exit from the EU weakened NATO. That was a ridiculous statement and was more indicative of his political leanings as a Democrat. The UK leaving Europe was the most democratic thing the UK has done since the suffragettes won women the vote. And how is it possible to weaken an alliance built on democratic principles if a country exercises its democratic right. Other than that, I think he's a fine man.
Watched "Canadian Bacon" on Prime starring John Candy and Alan Alda. A Michael Moore film 1995. Fantastic comedy but soooo prophetic. Highly recommend viewing. US invading Canada to up the popularity of a president and keep the masses from dealing with their real problems.
3:59 This is a huge reassurance to know that some of the people in the incoming administration will not be crazy.
"There's going to be a lot of really talented, mature sensible people in the administration. They're not gonna all be.... crazy." Are you serious?! We've been hearing idea that Trump will be constrained by adults since 2017. Let us hope Ben is right this time. But there's that word, hope. That unfortunately has been completely drained away.
It was a distraction. Every day for a decade, something new, another distraction.