Could Wayne Gretzky Really Be Canada’s Next Prime Minister?

Could Wayne Gretzky Really Be Canada’s Next Prime Minister?

Trump’s latest political maneuver? Drafting hockey legend Wayne Gretzky for Canadian Prime Minister!

At a Glance

  • Trump suggests Wayne Gretzky should run for Canadian Prime Minister
  • Gretzky shows no interest in political career
  • Trump jokingly proposes Canada as the 51st U.S. state
  • Canadian PM Trudeau faces political pressure and declining polls
  • Trump threatens 25% tariff on Canada over border and fentanyl issues

The Great One for PM? Trump’s Christmas Surprise

Well, folks, it looks like our favorite political entertainer, Donald Trump, is at it again. This time, he’s set his sights on our neighbors to the north, suggesting that hockey legend Wayne Gretzky should trade his hockey stick for a political podium. Because apparently, being good at slap shots translates perfectly to running a country. Who knew?

During a festive Christmas visit, Trump decided to play Santa Claus for Canada, offering them the gift of a potential new leader. But unlike the jolly old elf, Trump’s present came with a side of his signature audacity and a sprinkle of tongue-in-cheek humor. The former president took to his Truth Social platform to share his brilliant idea with the world.

Gretzky: From Ice Rink to Parliament Hill?

Now, let’s be clear. Wayne Gretzky is undoubtedly “The Great One” when it comes to hockey. But politics? That’s a whole different ballgame – or should I say, a different rink. Trump, in his infinite wisdom, seems to think that Gretzky’s ability to navigate the ice translates perfectly to navigating the treacherous waters of Canadian politics. Because clearly, dodging defensemen is exactly the same as dodging political scandals and economic crises.

“I just left Wayne Gretzky, ‘The Great One’ as he is known in Ice Hockey circles. I said, ‘Wayne, why don’t you run for Prime Minister of Canada, soon to be known as the Governor of Canada—You would win easily, you wouldn’t even have to campaign.’ He had no interest, but I think the people of Canada should start a DRAFT WAYNE GRETZKY Movement. It would be so much fun to watch!”

But here’s the kicker – Gretzky, showing more common sense than our dear former president, apparently has “no interest” in running. Imagine that! A sports star not wanting to dive headfirst into the political arena. It’s almost as if he knows that running a country might require more than a killer backhand and a charming smile.

Trump’s Grand Vision: Canada as the 51st State?

But wait, there’s more! Trump, ever the visionary, didn’t stop at just reshuffling Canada’s political deck. No, he went full steam ahead and proposed that Canada become the 51st U.S. state. Because who needs national sovereignty when you can have the star-spangled banner, right?


“Their businesses would immediately double in size, and they would be militarily protected like no other country anywhere in the world,” Trump wrote in a post that also alluded to his desire to annex Greenland and the Panama Canal.

Ah yes, because nothing says “Make America Great Again” like absorbing your neighbors and renaming their leader “Governor.” I’m sure Canadians are thrilled at the prospect of trading in their maple leaves for stars and stripes. Who needs universal healthcare when you can have… well, whatever it is we have down here?

The Real Game: Trudeau’s Political Troubles

While Trump plays fantasy politics, the reality in Canada is far less amusing. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is facing some serious heat. His deputy PM, Chrystia Freeland, has resigned, and the Liberal Party is trailing in polls faster than a hockey puck on fresh ice. The Conservative Party is leading with a whopping 45% support compared to the Liberals’ measly 20%. It seems Canadians might be ready for a change, though I doubt they had Gretzky in mind.

Trump, never one to miss an opportunity to stir the pot, commented on the situation:

“The Great State of Canada is stunned as the Finance Minister resigns, or was fired, from her position by Governor Justin Trudeau”

And let’s not forget Trump’s threat of a 25% tariff on Canada over border security and fentanyl issues. Because nothing says “good neighbor policy” like threatening your allies with economic sanctions, right?

The Bottom Line

In the end, this whole situation is as ridiculous as it sounds. Trump’s suggestion of Gretzky for PM is about as likely as Canada voluntarily becoming the 51st state. But hey, in the crazy world of politics, never say never. Who knows? Maybe next week Trump will suggest Celine Dion for Secretary of State or Justin Bieber for Secretary of Defense. After all, in Trump’s world, anything is possible – no matter how absurd.

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