Trump’s Secret Alberta Meetings Spark OUTRAGE

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Trump administration officials have held secret meetings with Canadian separatists seeking to break Alberta away from Canada, revealing a stunning new frontier in federal government overreach that threatens to destabilize our closest ally and trading partner.

Story Snapshot

Trump officials met three times since April 2025 with Alberta Prosperity Project leaders seeking provincial independence
Separatists requested a $500 billion credit facility from Washington to fund independence efforts
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent publicly called Alberta a “natural partner” for the US amid escalating tensions
Polling shows 70% of Albertans oppose separation, with 438,568 signatures on an anti-secession petition
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney demands US respect for Canadian sovereignty

Secret Meetings Expose Federal Meddling in Canadian Affairs

Trump administration officials from the State Department and Treasury have conducted three clandestine meetings with Alberta Prosperity Project leaders since April 2025, according to a Financial Times investigation published January 29, 2026. The separatist group, which seeks Alberta’s independence from Canada, has requested an extraordinary $500 billion credit facility to support their cause. While the White House claims officials “meet with a number of civil society groups” and denies making commitments, the pattern of engagement raises serious questions about American interference in a sovereign nation’s internal affairs.

The Trump administration has held several secret meetings with leaders of the Alberta Prosperity Project, a fringe right-wing group of separatists in an attempt to break up Canada.

Legal counsel Jeff Rath:
"The U.S. is extremely enthusiastic about a free & independent Alberta. pic.twitter.com/WRH1PaihcO

— NoHoldsBarred (@AussieSteve64) January 29, 2026

Treasury Secretary’s Public Statements Add Fuel to Fire

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent described Alberta as “a natural partner for the US” during remarks on January 24, 2026, appearing to reference a potential independence referendum. The Alberta Prosperity Project’s legal counsel, Jeff Rath, claims US officials are “very, very enthusiastic about the prospect of a free and independent Alberta.” However, Treasury sources told reporters Bessent’s team was unaware of any credit request and had no plans to engage. This disconnect between public statements and official denials creates confusion about the administration’s actual position.

Separatist Movement Lacks Popular Support Despite US Attention

The Alberta Prosperity Project represents a fringe movement with minimal public backing. Recent Ipsos polling demonstrates roughly seven in ten Albertans would vote to remain in Canada, undermining separatist claims of widespread support. An anti-secession petition gathered 438,568 signatures in the previous year, showing substantial organized opposition. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s office stated the “overwhelming majority of Albertans are not interested in becoming a US state.” The group is attempting to collect 177,000 signatures to force a legislative debate by May but refuses to disclose current totals.

Broader Context of US-Canada Tensions Under Trump

The separatist meetings occur amid deteriorating US-Canada relations marked by multiple Trump administration pressures. Trump threatened 100% tariffs if Canada deepens trade ties with China following Prime Minister Carney’s negotiation of a trade pact with Beijing. The president suggested Canada become the 51st US state and circulated an AI-generated map depicting Canada as US territory. Washington warned it could alter the NORAD defense agreement if Canada scaled back its planned purchase of 88 F-35 fighter jets. Trump also pursued acquiring Greenland despite Canada’s 1,864-mile maritime border with the territory.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney responded firmly to revelations about the meetings, demanding the US administration “respect Canadian sovereignty” and stating he is “always clear in my conversation with President Trump to that effect.” Carlo Dade of the Canada West Foundation dismissed the separatists as “attention seekers,” noting “The Americans are more than happy to continue to play Canadians off each other.” Alberta Federation of Labor president Gil McGowan characterized the situation as deliberate foreign interference, stating “It doesn’t feel organic. We are being targeted by the MAGA crowd.” The Alberta Prosperity Project is seeking another Washington meeting in February with Treasury Department officials.