Staff Reports
The fascination with acquiring Greenland is not just a fleeting whim of conspiracy theorists but has gained traction among prominent figures, including President-elect Donald Trump. Trump’s bold desire to claim this Arctic island has residents of Denmark buzzing, as they signaled an openness to cooperate with the United States in bolstering its military presence in the region. The sheer notion of this should send shivers down the spines of those who doubt the Trump administration’s zeal for making America great again.
Recent reports indicate that Denmark reached out to Trump, offering a potential ramp-up of military activity on Greenland, a strategically significant locale that boasts untold natural riches and an ideal vantage point on the global chessboard. It’s astonishing how some in the media gloss over the fact that Trump has not just kicked the tires on this idea but is actively revving the engine. A casual mention of military force to acquire this land? Only Trump would dare to keep all options on the table, leaving many progressive critics fuming over their lattes.\
⚡#BREAKING Denmark sent private messages in recent days to President-elect Trump's team expressing willingness to discuss boosting security in Greenland or increasing the U.S. military presence on the island — Axios pic.twitter.com/Zdroh3B2lD
— War Monitor (@WarMonitors) January 11, 2025
The irony is hard to miss as conservative figures such as Donald Trump Jr. and activist Charlie Kirk recently made headlines for their visit to Greenland. Their presence sent a clear message: this isn’t just Trump being whimsical; it’s a concerted effort to put Greenland back on the map—if it wasn’t already. Meanwhile, National Review’s Rich Lowry called Trump’s Greenland gambit “smart geopolitics,” pointing out the land’s vast resources and strategic location. It seems that in a world where other countries are making power plays, the idea of America letting a prime piece of real estate slip through its fingers is downright absurd.
In a stunning twist (though it shouldn’t be), some Democrats are warming up to the idea of acquiring Greenland, albeit through less aggressive means. Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman, for one, has put forth the idea of a peaceful purchase, drawing parallels to the Louisiana Purchase that skeptics previously ridiculed. It turns out that history is on the side of such adventurous acquisitions, even if Fetterman can’t get a word in without triggering a collective meltdown from his party’s fringe left.
While Fetterman vows to avoid military aggression, he should remember that the history of American expansion is another way of saying that the U.S. has always been a go-getter nation. If some cringe at the thought of making a deal for Greenland, they might want to study their history books first. The acquisition of such a significant piece of territory—if it comes to fruition—could very well be the diplomatic triumph that shows other nations what a robust America looks like. Simply put, while consulting with Denmark might sound nice, there’s a strong contingent of Americans who see the long-term strategic benefits of planting the U.S. flag firmly on Greenland.
