The political landscape of Canada underwent a dramatic shift, fueled by an unexpected external force: the rhetoric of a former U.S. President. Following Justin Trudeau’s resignation, a power vacuum emerged, quickly filled by Mark Carney as the new Liberal leader, setting the stage for a springtime election.
Joe Rogan, observing from afar, believes Donald Trump inadvertently orchestrated the Liberal’s improbable victory. He recounted Trump’s playful, yet unsettling, suggestion of making Canada the “51st state,” a notion that initially began as a joke but gained traction, ultimately reshaping the election’s narrative.
Rogan argues that Trump’s repeated “51st state” comments unexpectedly unified the Canadian populace. Suddenly, a nation faced with the prospect of absorption into its southern neighbor rallied, bolstering support for the Liberal Party and derailing the momentum of Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre.
The podcast host vividly described the situation, suggesting Poilievre must have been furious. He was positioned as the logical, reasonable choice, and Canada, according to Rogan, was seemingly on a path back to a different direction – until Trump intervened.
Rogan’s guest, Konstantin Kisin, agreed, while another, Francis Foster, used a striking analogy: Trump’s involvement was the ultimate roadblock, halting Poilievre’s progress at a crucial moment, like a promising connection abruptly severed.
Online reactions mirrored this sentiment, with one viewer commenting that Rogan “hit the nail on the head.” However, some placed the blame squarely on Poilievre, criticizing his inability to effectively address the sovereignty issue and capitalize on the anxieties surrounding Trump’s statements.
Adding another layer of complexity, Trump himself publicly stated he’d find it easier to negotiate with a Liberal government, even going so far as to dismiss Poilievre as “stupidly” not being a friend of his, revealing a clear preference for the opposing party.
Rogan expressed genuine astonishment at the Liberal’s resurgence, particularly given their previous decline under Trudeau’s leadership. He revisited the controversial handling of the 2022 trucker protests, criticizing Trudeau’s actions and labeling him “a creepy dictator” for freezing the bank accounts of protestors.
He also revealed he extended an invitation to Poilievre to appear on his podcast, an offer that was reportedly declined. According to Rogan, advisors cautioned Poilievre against the appearance, fearing potential complications. Rogan believed he could have asked simple, direct questions about the state of Canada and the path forward.
Previously, Rogan had openly endorsed Poilievre, urging Canadians to reject the Liberal government. He expressed a desire for a return to Canada’s former state, believing Poilievre offered a sensible alternative. Ultimately, Rogan’s commentary highlights a fascinating intersection of American observation and Canadian political upheaval.
Beyond the election itself, Rogan emphasized a broader desire for a renewed and positive relationship between the U.S. and Canada, lamenting the current state of affairs and hoping for a return to amicable ties.
