Angus Criticizes Trump, Questions U.S.-Canada Alliance Ahead of G7

OTTAWA, Canada — Former Canadian politician Charlie Angus delivered sharp criticism of U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday, declaring that the relationship between the U.S. and Canada is no longer that of allies due to Trump’s “authoritarian regime.”

Speaking at a news conference, Angus suggested Prime Minister Mark Carney should reconsider inviting Trump to the G7 Summit in Canada next week. Angus, who recently retired from parliament, expressed concern over Trump’s political actions.

“We can’t kid ourselves about the threat that’s being posed by Donald Trump,” Angus stated. He added that Carney is essentially welcoming “Vladimir Putin’s sock puppet” rather than a true ally to Canadian soil for crucial negotiations.

Angus, aged 62 and a member of the New Democratic Party, spoke for a solid ten minutes, emphasizing his worries about the implications of Trump’s actions in the U.S. He highlighted the situation in California, where peaceful protesters are facing force from the military. “We’re talking about full-on police state tyranny,” he said, referring to the president.

He characterized Trump as a “convicted felon” and accused him of threatening Canada’s national sovereignty. Angus claimed that he has received numerous messages from Canadians expressing their discontent about Trump attending the summit. “The Prime Minister must state boldly that he will stand up against any attempts to interfere in Canada,” he said, underscoring Canada’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

While acknowledging Carney’s invitation to Trump as a means of maintaining U.S.-Canada relations, Angus urged caution. He insisted that Canada must reject any authoritarian tendencies that threaten democratic principles. “Canada is holding the line, but we must remain true, north, strong, and free,” he concluded.

The White House did not immediately respond to requests for comment on Angus’s statements.