Following President-elect Trump's recent remarks about potentially adding Canada as the 51st state, podcaster Joe Rogan has added fuel to the fire, suggesting the U.S. should also consider annexing Mexico. Trump's comments, shared on Truth Social, followed Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's resignation announcement. Trump suggested that merging with the U.S. would eliminate tariffs, lower taxes, and enhance Canada's security against perceived threats from Russia and China.

Rogan, reacting to a screenshot of Trump's post, proposed incorporating Mexico into the equation. During a discussion on "The Joe Rogan Experience" with comedian Theo Von, Rogan elaborated on his rationale. He argued that instead of struggling with immigration and border security issues, the U.S. should consider absorbing Mexico and extending safety and security measures throughout the combined territory, while respecting individual rights.

Rogan's reasoning hinges on the idea of addressing the root causes of immigration and crime by integrating Mexico into the U.S. rather than simply attempting to control border crossings. He emphasized the importance of maintaining security without infringing upon individual liberties.

The conversation between Rogan and Von touched upon the perceived shift in American identity and values. Von expressed concern about the nation's departure from its traditional ideals, describing a sense of uncertainty about what America represents. Rogan agreed, suggesting that this ambiguity makes the country vulnerable to manipulation by activist groups.

They also drew a comparison with Poland's strict border control policies, highlighting it as an example of a nation with a firm stance on immigration. Von characterized the U.S. as having a less defined identity compared to Poland, expressing unease about this perceived lack of clarity.