Sean Duffy Claims Canada Lacks Military, Faces Backlash

Sean Duffy, the U.S. Secretary of Transportation, made a statement on Fox News Sunday claiming that Canada does not have a military. He suggested that Canada should be concerned about potential consequences if it does not comply with U.S. trade demands. Duffy's assertion was quickly challenged online, with many pointing out that Canada has a military known as the Canadian Armed Forces, which includes approximately 70,000 regular force and 30,000 reserve personnel. Duffy also claimed that the U.S. provides security for Canada and accused the country of taking advantage of the U.S. His comments coincided with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's criticism of President Donald Trump's trade policies. Carney stated that Canada may need to reconsider its relationship with the U.S. due to ongoing threats and unreasonable demands from the Trump administration. He emphasized that Canada would not compromise its sovereignty or key industries in trade negotiations.