Former President Donald Trump sharply criticized the United States’ transfer of control of the Panama Canal to Panama, labeling it a “stupid mistake.” He argued the handover led to increased canal fees and expressed concerns about growing Chinese influence in the region, vowing to prevent a “takeover” by Beijing. Trump made these remarks while discussing a range of issues, including his long-held opposition to birthright citizenship, asserting the Supreme Court made an error on the matter. He also praised a recent Supreme Court ruling expanding presidential authority to remove executive branch officials. These statements highlight Trump’s continued engagement with political discourse and his skepticism regarding international agreements he views as unfavorable to the U.S. The comments signal potential future policy positions should he regain office.