Podcaster Joe Rogan has a new idea, and it’s a doozy: along with annexing Canada, why not throw Mexico into the mix too? Yes, you read that right. On Tuesday, Rogan shared a screenshot of President-elect Donald Trump’s Truth Social post about making Canada the 51st state, and cheekily suggested on Instagram, “Let Mexico in too.”
Because clearly, if we’re expanding, why not go big? Manifest destiny, Rogan-style.
Trump’s original post, which came hot on the heels of Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s resignation, painted a picture of a blissful U.S.-Canada merger. “No tariffs, lower taxes, and we’d totally keep them safe from Russian and Chinese ships constantly surrounding them. Together, what a great nation it would be!!!” he declared. Apparently, this includes free hockey and maple syrup for everyone.
But Rogan didn’t want Mexico feeling left out, so he tossed their sombrero into the ring. Whether he was serious or just bored remains unclear. Newsweek reached out to the Trump-Vance transition team for comment, but let’s be honest, they’re probably already brainstorming what to call this new super-nation. North America 2.0, anyone?
Meanwhile, Trump is adding to his foreign policy wishlist. Not content with just Canada, he’s also reportedly eyeing Greenland (again) and wants to rebrand the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America. Because who needs subtlety when you have a Sharpie and a globe?
Rogan’s fans, a mix of Republicans, young men, and people who just like chaos, seemed amused by the idea. Canadians, however, were less thrilled. Comments poured in reminding Rogan that maple leaf pride runs deep, and no amount of tax cuts would make Tim Hortons a Starbucks.
“Thanks, but no thanks,” one Canadian quipped. “We’ll take our poutine and healthcare, eh?”
Even Canadian businessman Kevin O’Leary weighed in on Fox News, pitching this as the beginning of an “economic union.” According to O’Leary, combining economies and erasing borders could lead to a powerhouse nation ready to face China and Russia. He stopped short of promising free universal Wi-Fi or a Timbit on every table, but the optimism was palpable.
So, is Rogan the new face of 21st-century imperialism, or just stirring the pot for fun? One thing’s for sure: if this actually happens, someone better start designing the new three-country flag.
