The MeidasTouch Podcast Furious Canada Destroys Trump and Prepares Army
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Aug 9, 2025 Canada is ramping up its military presence under Prime Minister Mark Carney, planning to quadruple defense spending by the decade's end. The country is forging new defense strategies, adapting to global shifts, and addressing security threats from the likes of Trump and Putin. The podcast also highlights the emotional ties to military sacrifices, reflecting on community strength. Concerns about safety have led the Canadian Girl Scouts to halt U.S. travel, demonstrating the complexities of Canadian-American relations amid changing policies.
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Quadrupling Canada's Defense Budget
- Canada will quadruple defense spending by the end of the decade to strengthen its military and industry.
- Prime Minister Carney ties the increase to EU partnership and faster domestic defense procurement.
New Global Order And Arctic Risks
- Prime Minister Carney says the post-World War II international order is under pressure from Russia, China, and technological change.
- He warns climate and Arctic changes, cyber, AI, and missiles make Canada more vulnerable and demand new responses.
F-35 Review Focused On Arctic Needs
- Carney ordered a review of the F-35 purchase to test whether the jet suits Arctic runways and missions.
- He stresses maximizing impact, value for money, and domestic economic benefits in large defense buys.