After Justin Trudeau announced he would step down as Canada`s Prime Minister, US President-elect Donald Trump emphasized his interest in acquiring Panama Canal, Greenland, and Canada. Trump suggested using "economic force" to convince Canada to join the US but ruled out military action. He repeatedly posted on social media offering Canada a chance to become the 51st state, using images of Canada with the American flag. In a post on January 6, Trump promised Canadians lower taxes, reduced tariffs, and enhanced security if they agreed to join the US. He also mocked Trudeau for his handling of illegal immigration and drug trafficking, offering Trudeau the symbolic title of "Governor of the Great State of Canada."