Canadian superhero confronts Trump in new comic

A new comic book featuring Captain Canuck is taking a stand against U.S. President Donald Trump. The superhero, created nearly 50 years ago by Richard Comely and Ron Leishman, is depicted on the cover confronting Trump. At the recent Toronto Comicon, Comely explained that the superhero is "chastising" Trump for his "ridiculous" behavior, including tariffs and the idea of making Canada the 51st state. With a red and white suit and a maple leaf buckle, Captain Canuck is a proud symbol of Canadian identity. In the comic, he tells Trump, “No way. This is ridiculous. What’s wrong with you?” Comely stressed that Captain Canuck embodies a non-violent Canadian approach, although future conflicts might arise if tensions escalate. The comic also features an illustration of Captain Canuck warning Uncle Sam not to provoke him. Comely feels that Trump’s actions are uniting Canadians and generating strong emotions. He left the superhero's speech bubble empty on the cover so that readers can imagine their own response to Trump’s antics. Overall, Captain Canuck represents what many Canadians are feeling amid the ongoing trade tensions. Comely believes the character expresses the collective spirit of Canada during this challenging time.