JD Vance calls Canada a U.S. state in speech 'Freudian slip
U.S. Vice President JD Vance criticized Canada's trade policies, labeling them among the worst in the world during a speech in Maine. He mistakenly referred to Canada as a U.S. state while vowing to retaliate against what he described as unfair tariffs on American products.
Why it matters
The comments highlight escalating trade tensions between the U.S. and its northern neighbor, potentially signaling a shift in North American trade relations.
Copy Link Email X Reddit Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr JD Vance calls Canada a U.S. state in 'Freudian slip,' vows to fight back against 'ridiculous tariffs' The U.S. vice president said in a speech on Monday that Canada and China have been 'the two worst countries when it comes to trade policy'
Join the conversation U.S. Vice President JD Vance delivers remarks at CompoTech, a defense technology and advanced manufacturing company, in Brewer, Maine on August 24, 2026. Photo by ANNA MONEYMAKER / POOL/AFP via Getty Images Article content U.S. Vice President JD Vance has accused Canada of “unfair” trade practices and vows the U.S. will “fight back” after trade negotiations fell apart last week.
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