WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Republican U.S. President-elect Donald Trump held a press conference on Tuesday discussing several issues.

Key Issues Discussed

Canada

Trump suggested Canada should become a U.S. state, stating:
> “You get rid of that artificially drawn line… it would also be much better for national security.”
He expressed his affection for Canadians but mentioned the financial burden of protecting Canada, stating, “We’re spending hundreds of billions a year to take care of Canada.”

Israeli Hostages in Gaza

Regarding Israeli hostages, he warned:
> “All hell will break out…and it will not be good for Hamas, and it will not be good, frankly, for anyone.”

Mexico

Trump commented on the U.S.-Mexico deficit and highlighted issues with cartels, stating,
> “We’re going to be changing the name of the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America.”
He emphasized Mexico must stop the influx of immigrants into the U.S.

Panama Canal and Greenland

Trump expressed interest in buying Greenland and retaking control of the Panama Canal. He remarked,
> “The Panama Canal is vital to our country. We didn’t give it to China, and they’ve abused it.”

Elon Musk

Trump praised Musk, saying:
> “I can say Elon’s doing a good job. Very smart guy.”
He commented on Musk’s criticisms of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer but did not choose sides.

Trump on NATO

He insisted NATO European members should spend 5% of their GDP on defense:
> “They should be at 5% not 2%.”