Trump Threatens Canada: Pay $61 Billion for Golden Dome or Face Becoming 51st U.S. State

United States President Donald Trump demanded Canada pay $61 billion to join his proposed Golden Dome missile defense system or risk becoming the 51st US state. Trump claims Canada would pay nothing if it becomes a US state. The system, inspired by Israel’s Iron Dome, is projected to cost $175 billion and be completed by 2029, though experts doubt the timeline and budget. The plan has drawn criticism from China, North Korea, and Russia, who warn it risks militarizing space and destabilizing global security. Canada, meanwhile, is exploring alternatives to reduce US weapons dependence.