Are Trump officials driving Alberta’s separatist movement in Canada?

Reports indicate that officials from the Donald Trump administration have met with the Alberta Prosperity Project (APP), a group advocating for Alberta's separation from Canada, at least three times since April. These meetings have raised concerns in Ottawa about potential U.S. interference in Canadian domestic politics. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney stated he expects the U.S. to respect Canada's sovereignty after these reports surfaced. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent described Alberta as a "natural partner for the U.S." and suggested the province should consider joining the U.S. due to its resource wealth and perceived lack of support from the Canadian government. The APP is reportedly seeking further meetings with U.S. officials to discuss Alberta's potential separation.

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