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Sen. Lisa Murkowski issued a joint statement with the Danish member of parliament who holds two seats representing Greenland, emphasizing that the United States should view the icy landmass as a “an ally” rather than “an asset.” “The appeal of Greenland is easy to understand. It is strategically located for defense, shipping, and more. It is also a storehouse for all sorts of minerals, the building blocks of society that will determine who leads—and controls—the industries of the future,” the statement began. “Of course, a businessman turned president would be interested. But Greenland is not for sale. The question has...

As Greenlanders prepare to head to the polls this week, the United States — and particularly President Trump’s stated interest in acquiring the territory — is looming large over their vote. Greenland’s national election Tuesday is set to determine 31 members of the Inatsisartut, its parliament. The world’s largest island is a semi-autonomous territory of Denmark, and while independence won’t be on the ballot this week, the results could ultimately set the stage for a later referendum on its future control. Despite pushback from both Danish and European authorities, Trump has doubled down in his quest for the U.S. to...

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday again pushed for US control of Greenland, citing what he called security concerns. “We very need Greenland from the standpoint of national security and international security, we have to do something with Greenland,” Trump told reporters on Air Force One, as reported by Forbes Breaking News. Asked if the issue is “part of any discussions you're having with Europeans and (Russian President Vladimir) Putin,” Trump said it was not. “We have to have Greenland because of the national security picture, even more so now than it would have been 20 years ago, 30 years...

“I got to say the Danish ambassador, they were upset and they were offended and they said, ‘Greenland is not for sale,’ and I laughed, and I said, ‘You know what: everything is for sale,'” Cruz said. “But friends and allies can have conversations about things that are mutual benefits. What I told Denmark is, I said: ‘Ever since the president began talking about this, Greenland’s independence movement has been growing in momentum. And if Greenland declares itself independent of you, Denmark gets nothing.’”

In his first term, and approaching his taking of office in his second term, President Trump spoke of the importance of Greenland to American security and the desirability of purchasing Greenland.Historically, the United States of America has been interested in Greenland because of its strategic position. Attempts have been made to purchase the island. In WWII, the United States became the de facto protector of the island. The USA maintains a military base in Greenland.It is uncertain if President Trump will acquire Greenland for the United States. This may be the opening gambit in a negotiation for more control over...

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte agreed with US President Donald Trump regarding Greenland, particularly on the issue of defense, Bild reports. "When it comes to defense in the Arctic, Trump is right. What I think is very good is that the Prime Minister of Denmark immediately began negotiations with President Trump. Essentially, it was about the high relevance of defense in the far north," he said. According to Rutte, this applies not only to Greenland but also to Iceland, Norway, Finland, Sweden, and Canada. "We all need to work together to protect these territories. And Trump is right," emphasized the...

"When it comes to defense in the Arctic, Trump is right. What I think is very good is that the Prime Minister of Denmark immediately began negotiations with President Trump. Essentially, it was about the high relevance of defense in the far north."

Benny Johnson @bennyjohnson 🚨Marco Rubio on the U.S. acquiring Greenland: “This is not a joke... This is not about acquiring land for the purpose of acquiring land. This is in our national interest and it needs to be solved."

Greenland’s center-right Demokraatit party pulled off a surprise victory in the country’s parliamentary elections, taking Greenlandic Prime Minister Múte Egede’s party, Inuit Ataqatigiit, out of power. Independence from Denmark became a focal point of the election amid President Donald Trump’s repeated talk of the U.S. taking control. "People want change ... We want more business to finance our welfare," said Jens-Frederik Nielsen, Demokraatit's leader, according to Reuters. The outlet added that Nielsen said Greenland does not "want independence tomorrow" and would prefer separation from Denmark be based on a "good foundation." Earlier this month, Trump brought up Greenland in his...

The center-right Demokraatit Party won the most votes in Greenland’s parliamentary elections, a surprise result as the territory went to the polls in the shadow of President Donald Trump’s stated goal of taking control of the island one way or another. Both Demokraatit — the Democrats — and the second place party, Naleraq — “Point of Orientation” — favor independence from Denmark, but they have differences on the pace of change. Demokraatit’s upset victory over parties that have governed the territory for years indicates that many in Greenland care just as much about healthcare, education, cultural heritage and other social...

Benny Johnson @bennyjohnson 🚨BREAKING: Naleraq, the Greenland pro-independence party fighting to ditch Denmark and build closer ties with the U.S., is LEADING early election results with 40.1% of votes in so far. 8:58 PM · Mar 11, 2025