A considerable number of Canadians have endorsed a petition urging for the expulsion of Pete Hoekstra, the U.S. Ambassador to Canada, as revealed by recent reports. The online petition, slated for presentation in the House of Commons later this year, demands that Hoekstra be deemed persona non grata and that the Canadian government seek his removal from his diplomatic post.

The petition, initiated by a resident of Calgary, criticizes Hoekstra for his alleged interference in Canadian politics and his statements that are perceived as detrimental to the Canada-U.S. diplomatic ties. It also calls for a parliamentary committee to investigate U.S. diplomatic involvement in Canadian matters.

Green Party Leader Elizabeth May is expected to table the petition in Parliament, although MPs are not required to endorse its content. The document also accuses Hoekstra of normalizing the Trump administration’s threats regarding Canada’s potential annexation.

Hoekstra gained attention last year for suggesting that Canada’s annexation by the U.S. would be a suitable topic for discussion between Prime Minister Mark Carney and President Donald Trump. The ambassador has faced criticism for his remarks on various occasions, including his discontent with the anti-American sentiment during Canada’s federal election campaign.

While Hoekstra has defended his comments as reflecting the president’s views, the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa has refrained from commenting on the petition. Notably, the expulsion of diplomats is not uncommon in Canada, with recent cases involving representatives from China and India over alleged foreign interference incidents.

In light of these developments, the petition against Hoekstra has gained significant traction, showcasing the heightened public scrutiny and demand for accountability in diplomatic relations.