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JD Vance calls Canada a state, then says it was a ‘Freudian slip’
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· August 25, 2026
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Key points Vance stated that Canada's military weakness would make it vulnerable to invasion by a foreign country if not for the protection provided by the United States. The tariffs are set to take effect on January 1.
Vice President JD Vance referred to Canada as a state during a speech at a manufacturing facility, later describing it as a "Freudian slip". He acknowledged the mistake and went on to discuss Canada's military underinvestment. Vance stated that Canada's military weakness would make it vulnerable to invasion by a foreign country if not for the protection provided by the United States.
Vance's comments followed an announcement by President Donald Trump regarding tariffs on cars, auto parts, and steel. The tariffs are set to take effect on January 1.
Further details on the situation, including Canada's response to the tariffs, are available from the source.
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Category: safety Published: August 25, 2026 Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News Reading time: 1 min
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