Canadians Petition for Expulsion of US Ambassador Pete Hoekstra

A petition circulating online has attracted more than 60,000 signatures, alleging that U.S. Ambassador to the Netherlands Pete Hoekstra has engaged in diplomatic interference in Canadian domestic affairs. The petition, hosted on a popular public‑opinion platform, claims that Hoekstra’s actions have undermined Canada’s sovereignty and violated established diplomatic norms.

The petition’s supporters argue that Hoekstra’s recent public statements and private communications with Canadian officials promoted U.S. policy objectives at the expense of Canada’s independent decision‑making. They cite specific incidents in which the ambassador allegedly urged Canadian counterparts to adopt positions aligned with U.S. interests on trade and security matters. Canadian officials have not yet issued a formal response to the allegations, and the petition’s organizers have called for an independent investigation into the ambassador’s conduct.

If the petition’s claims are substantiated, it could prompt a review of diplomatic protocols between the United States and Canada and potentially lead to a reassessment of Hoekstra’s role. The petition remains active, and its organizers continue to seek a transparent inquiry into the alleged interference.