Trump Unleashes on Canada's 'Liberal Takeover,' Citing Immigration Policies

U.S. President Donald Trump has once again stirred the pot, publicly slamming Canada immigration policies and its 'Liberal takeover' on Wednesday, September 23, 2026. Taking to his Truth Social platform, Trump claimed Canada is 'destroying itself' by admitting 'millions and millions' of 'unchecked and unvetted' people, predicting a 'very badly' ending and blaming the influx for 'big unemployment.' Canadian federal ministers, however, quickly fired back, calling the U.S. President's assertions 'ill-informed and grossly inaccurate,' emphasizing their country's robust screening processes. This isn't just heated rhetoric; it highlights a significant mismatch between Trump's narrative and Canada actual policy shifts. In reality, Canada Liberal government, now led by Prime Minister Mark Carney who took over from Justin Trudeau in 2025, has been actively reducing immigration targets since 2024. This includes cutting down on both temporary residents and stabilizing permanent resident admissions, aiming to ease pressures on housing and public services. Statistics Canada data also contradicts Trump's unemployment claims, showing a 6.4% rate in August 2026, higher than the U.S. but also revealing slowing population growth and employment declines driven by demographic shifts, not unchecked immigration. The immediate fallout is a further strain on already 'on the rocks' US-Canada relations, especially with a critical CUSMA Joint Review having just passed in July 2026. While Canadian ministers are downplaying Trump's remarks, the exchange signals ongoing geopolitical friction, particularly as Prime Minister Carney signals a desire for closer ties with the European Union, a move Trump previously dismissed as 'laughable.' Watch for how this public spat influences upcoming bilateral discussions and Canada continued efforts to diversify its international alliances.