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A parliamentary petition in Canada has garnered significant attention, with over 250,000 signatories calling for the revocation of Elon Musk’s Canadian citizenship. The petition, initiated by Qualia Reed and sponsored by New Democrat MP Charlie Angus, accuses Musk of activities against Canada’s national interest due to his alignment with US President Donald Trump. Critics argue that Musk, a dual citizen through his Canadian mother, Maye Musk, collaborates with a foreign government undermining Canadian sovereignty. The petition requires at least 500 signatures to be formally considered by Canada’s House of Commons, but it has already surpassed this threshold by a wide margin. The petition filing is seen as a response to Musk’s involvement in US federal policies and his support for Trump’s controversial statements about Canada. The move highlights ongoing tensions between Canada and the US regarding Musk’s political affiliations and his role in the Trump administration.