By John Q. Hosedrinker 
Former President Trump has stated that US control of Greenland is essential for national security, arguing that anything less is unacceptable, and that NATO should support the US in its acquisition efforts, as Russia or China would otherwise seize the territory. In response, a high-level working group between the US and Denmark will explore possible solutions to address the president’s concerns while respecting the country’s red lines. While Denmark and Greenland maintain they will not give up their sovereignty, Trump continues to make assertions that he will obtain the territory with or without a deal. Furthermore, European leaders have rejected Trump’s calls, as they are concerned about the effects of such an action on their relationship with Denmark.
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Trump says ‘anything less’ than US control of Greenland is ‘unacceptable” and honestly, the whole thing is just bizarre. It’s a statement that’s both disturbing and frankly, absurd. We’ve seen this pattern with him before, repeating ideas, no matter how outlandish, until they gain some traction. Almost a “fake it ’til you make it” approach, you know?
That kind of strategy might work in the US, but it’s not going to fly in Europe. He’s going to be very disappointed when he faces a united front on this. Denmark needs to be firm and should simply state “of course you can’t have it.” The situation is so ridiculous that even Mitch McConnell saw it as self-sabotage. It really makes no sense outside of feeding his ego. The pursuit of such an idea in itself borders on treasonous behavior, especially given his history and apparent ties to questionable figures.
The core of the issue boils down to his repeated statements about wanting control of Greenland. He’s said that anything short of full US control is unacceptable. The man just seems obsessed. This stance completely disregards the wishes of the Greenlandic people and their government. They have no interest in being controlled by the US. They are part of the Kingdom of Denmark, a relationship they cherish.
When Greenland’s Premier, Jens-Frederik Nielsen, made it clear that Greenland does not want to be owned or governed by the USA, Trump responded by dismissing Nielsen and expressing disagreement. This reveals a fundamental disconnect with reality and an unwillingness to accept a simple “no” as an answer.
It’s likely that a core reason for this desire is the resources available in Greenland. Reports suggest his billionaire buddies have already invested heavily in Greenland mining companies. It’s really hard to see how it benefits the US in any meaningful way. It seems to be driven entirely by personal ego.
The US already has a base there and defense agreements. The US already has the option to station a lot of soldiers there – something they’ve had for a long time. They’ve failed to make use of this option and have very few soldiers there. They could simply send more soldiers there without any friction with Denmark whatsoever. So his stance is really an exercise in self-indulgence.
How would the US public react to the military force? The US may have a much more powerful military than everyone else but he won’t be fighting undisciplined troops with ancient weapons. Would the US troops even fire on their allies? Wars of aggression are crimes in international law; attacking peaceful allies is insane.
The repercussions would be disastrous, both in terms of international relations and domestic political fallout. It would isolate the US and damage its reputation for years to come. It would likely split NATO. He appears to be playing into the hands of those who would like to see the West weakened, specifically Russia and China. This is not the actions of a leader, it’s the actions of a dictator.
His comments on the topic have a childish quality, reflecting a desire to simply “take” what he wants, as though Greenland were some prize to be won. The potential consequences of such a reckless approach are staggering.
It’s astonishing that such a proposal could even be considered in a serious political context. It underscores the dangers of allowing an individual’s personal desires and whims to dictate foreign policy.
The US can’t just walk in and take it, but that’s the attitude he seems to be projecting. He has surrounded himself with yes-men, people who will tell him what he wants to hear, rather than offer him sound advice. It’s a dangerous environment for decision-making.
One can’t help but wonder if this is an attempt to distract from other issues, such as the Epstein files. It really does make you wonder if he forgot the current agreements the US has with Greenland or if he misunderstood them. Is he suggesting an increase to 100% control?
It’s frankly disturbing that polls have shown a significant portion of Republicans support the idea of the US taking over Greenland, even by military force. Trump derangement syndrome is real, and it’s plaguing many. This whole situation is a wake-up call, a sign that the foundations of democracy are being eroded.
The US has long-standing alliances and agreements. Threatening to annex the territory of a long-time ally by force is an act of aggression, a betrayal of international law. It’s also deeply un-American. The current situation demands his removal. The US must have a functioning government. Anything less than Greenland’s full self-determination is unacceptable.