U.S. Stays Out of Alberta’s Independence Vote | Calgary News

U.S. Ambassador Pete Hoekstra firmly asserts the U.S. will not interfere in Alberta’s upcoming independence referendum, emphasizing it’s a purely Canadian internal matter. Despite reports of separatist meetings with U.S. officials, Hoekstra clarifies these are routine diplomatic engagements—not meddling. He sharply contrasts this hands-off approach with what he calls foreign meddling in U.S. elections, calling it unprecedented. While the U.S. won’t influence Alberta’s vote, the outcome could still impact U.S. energy interests, as Alberta is a key oil supplier. Hoekstra’s message: let Albertans decide their future without American interference. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/03034f21585d55cf