Trump threatens to retake Panama Canal sparking backlash from critics

Donald Trump announced plans to retake the Panama Canal, claiming it should not fall into "the wrong hands." He stated that if Panama does not adhere to the original agreement, the U.S. will demand the canal's return. Critics reacted swiftly on social media, mocking Trump's comments. Some suggested he was joking about invading Panama and annexing Canada, while others pointed out inaccuracies in his statements about the canal's construction. This marks a significant shift in Trump's foreign policy rhetoric, echoing historical U.S. doctrines. Analysts noted that his demands for the canal's return reflect a return to aggressive U.S. foreign policy stances.