Breaking: Trump Declares Greenland the Next Big Move After Panama Canal—Here’s What He’s Planning!
Donald Trump is once again making waves with bold geopolitical ambitions. After demanding the return of the Panama Canal to U.S. control, the President-elect has now turned his focus to Greenland, calling its acquisition an “absolute necessity” for national security and global freedom.
“For purposes of national security and freedom throughout the world, the United States of America feels that the ownership and control of Greenland is an absolute necessity,” Trump announced on Truth Social. His statement comes as he names PayPal co-founder Ken Howery as the U.S. Ambassador to Denmark, signaling his renewed interest in the strategically located territory.
Greenland: A Longstanding Trump Vision
This isn’t Trump’s first push to acquire Greenland. During his first term, he expressed interest in purchasing the massive island, citing its untapped natural resources and geopolitical importance. However, his 2019 proposal was met with sharp resistance from Danish leaders, including Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, who declared, “Greenland is not for sale. Greenland is not Danish. Greenland belongs to Greenland.”
Trump’s reaction was swift, canceling a scheduled meeting with Frederiksen in Denmark over what he described as her “nasty” remarks. Despite the setback, Trump has never fully dropped the idea, which has resurfaced now that he’s poised to re-enter the White House.
Strategic Importance
Greenland, the world’s largest island, is located in the North Atlantic and offers proximity to the Arctic, where global powers like Russia are increasingly vying for influence. The U.S. already operates the Pituffik Space Base (formerly Thule Air Base) on Greenland’s northwest coast, highlighting the island’s strategic value.
Although Greenland is geographically part of North America, it is politically tied to Europe through Denmark. It has autonomous self-rule but remains a part of the Kingdom of Denmark, receiving EU funding as an associated overseas territory.
Panama Canal Controversy
Trump’s Greenland remarks follow his recent demand for Panama to return control of the Panama Canal to the U.S., citing “ridiculous” passage fees for American vessels. Panama’s President Jose Raul Mulino fired back, defending the sovereignty of his nation and the fairness of the canal’s rates.
The U.S. constructed the canal in 1914 and managed it until 1999, when control was officially handed over to Panama under treaty agreements. Trump’s comments suggest he views these historical arrangements as ripe for renegotiation.
A Bold Agenda
Trump’s simultaneous focus on Greenland and the Panama Canal underscores his administration’s intent to reassert American influence on the global stage. Whether these moves are feasible or merely symbolic, they set the tone for what could be an assertive foreign policy agenda in his next term.
As Trump continues to shake up the status quo, one thing is certain: he isn’t afraid to think big, even when the world pushes back.
Michelle is an American conservative author she is committed to the constitutional principles of individual freedom, economic liberty, limited government, personal responsibility, and traditional values. She is a libertarian and provocateur who believes in freedom and liberty for all Americans. As a passionate journalist, she works relentlessly to uncover the corruption happening in Washington, while exposing politicians and individuals who wish to do us harm.
