It may seem as though Canada’s leaders have few points on which they agree with the U.S. president. But recent remarks by Donald Trump and Ontario Premier Doug Ford suggest one common opinion: Neither thinks the president is bluffing in his remarks about Canada.

U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war and annexation threats have upended Canada’s election and dramatically improved the fortunes of the Liberal Party, which could win a fourth consecutive term in power next week.

Trump is reinserting himself into Canadian politics ahead of its parliamentary election, reiterating his proposal for the nation to become the "51st state."