Carney Remarks Spark Trump’s “51st State” Comment

Former White House Press Secretary Anthony Carney has clarified recent reports concerning a potential discussion between former President Donald Trump and another world leader.

While acknowledging that the possibility was indeed raised during their phone conversation on March 28th, Carney stated that the primary focus of the call remained a broader dialogue. This exchange revolved around exploring opportunities for an enhanced security framework and strengthened economic partnership between the two countries.

As Carney explained:

“The discussion wasn’t solely about the specific suggestion; it was fundamentally about establishing a new foundation for cooperation on vital issues.”

Key aspects of this envisioned collaboration included:

  • Strengthening bilateral security ties
  • Fostering economic growth through mutually beneficial agreements

Carney’s statement aims to provide context and emphasize the wider scope of the conversation beyond a single proposal.

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