Donald Trump has recently caused people to worry about his mental health after he suggested that Canada would be better off as a U.S. state. This happened during an interview before the Super Bowl. Trump has been talking about this idea for a while, and it has made many people question his judgment.
In the interview with Bret Baier on FOX, which took place before the Super Bowl in New Orleans, Louisiana, Trump talked about different topics, including Elon Musk and his efforts to reduce government spending. But what really caught people’s attention was when Trump brought up Canada again.
He mentioned his past comments about making Canada the 51st state of the U.S. Baier asked Trump about a time when Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was overheard questioning Trump’s claims. Trump insisted that his idea was serious and said that the U.S. is interested in Canada’s natural resources.
Trump argued that Canada would do better as part of the United States. He said, “We lose $200 billion a year with Canada, and I’m not going to let that happen. It’s too much. Why are we paying $200 billion a year essentially in subsidy to Canada?” He added, “If they’re a 51st state, I don’t mind doing it.
However, Trump didn’t explain where the $200 billion figure came from. CNN suggested it might include U.S. defense spending that benefits Canada, as well as the trade deficit between the two countries. After these comments, many people started to question Trump’s mental state.
On social media, one user wrote, “Donald Trump is a demented moron with a personality disorder. I am not sure what is wrong with his supporters,” according to the Irish Star. This isn’t the first time people have worried about Trump’s mental health.
During his presidential campaign, concerns were raised about his cognitive abilities, especially during debates with former Vice President Kamala Harris. Even Trump’s nephew, Fred Trump III, expressed concerns about signs of dementia in his uncle.
In fact, worries about Trump’s mental health go back to his first term as president. In March 2024, a petition started circulating among medical and mental health professionals, calling for a formal diagnosis of dementia for Trump. Although these concerns didn’t stop him from becoming president, they are coming up again because his speeches have become less coherent.
For example, on Truth Social, Trump often misspells names and struggles to make clear points. He also sometimes confuses words, which has led to more questions about his mental state. At 78 years old, Trump is currently tied with Joe Biden as the oldest president in U.S. history, which has added to the concerns about his ability to lead.
