Well, folks, President-elect Donald Trump is back with another big idea that’s bound to make waves—and this time, it involves the biggest island in the world: Greenland.
Yes, you read that right. Trump has signaled that the United States must control Greenland for “national security purposes,” reviving a topic he previously joked about during his first term. Except now, it doesn’t seem like he’s joking.
Buried in a social media post about his nomination of Ken Howery as U.S. Ambassador to Denmark (you know, the country that technically controls Greenland), Trump made his intentions clear. He declared, “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.” Subtle? Not exactly. But Trump has never been one for subtlety.
Now, before anyone rolls their eyes and starts drafting think pieces about “imperialism,” let’s break this down. Controlling Greenland would give the U.S. a strategic advantage in the Arctic, a region that’s heating up faster than the climate alarmists can say “melting ice caps.” Russia and China have been pouring resources into military and scientific operations in the Arctic, jockeying for control of untapped resources and shipping routes. If the U.S. doesn’t step up, we risk falling behind in what’s shaping up to be the next great geopolitical race.
And let’s face it—Trump’s not wrong about Greenland’s importance. The island is a treasure trove of natural resources, including rare earth minerals that are critical for modern technology. Add in its strategic location between North America and Europe, and it’s clear why Greenland would be a crown jewel for national security and economic interests. Trump sees the big picture, even if his delivery has the subtlety of a bull in a china shop.
As for Howery, Trump’s pick to represent U.S. interests in Denmark, the guy’s résumé speaks for itself. A co-founder of PayPal and a venture capitalist with Founders Fund, Howery has a track record of turning innovation into global success. He also served as U.S. Ambassador to Sweden during Trump’s first term, where he bolstered defense and economic ties. Say what you will about Trump’s style, but he knows how to pick people who get things done.
🚨 President Trump announces @KenHowery as his choice for U.S. Ambassador to the Kingdom of Denmark pic.twitter.com/aRCCpR1T8A
— Trump War Room (@TrumpWarRoom) December 22, 2024
Of course, this announcement will undoubtedly send the usual critics into a frenzy. Expect cries of “overreach” and “hubris” from the left, as if the same crowd wouldn’t be tripping over themselves to support the idea if it came from Biden. But the reality is that securing Greenland isn’t about Trump’s ego—it’s about keeping America ahead of its adversaries in a rapidly changing global landscape.
President Trump is now considering purchasing Greenland so that China and Russia don’t exploit its resources pic.twitter.com/x2haxI80cG
— Paul A. Szypula 🇺🇸 (@Bubblebathgirl) November 26, 2024
Love him or hate him, Trump has a knack for bringing bold ideas to the table. Whether or not the U.S. will end up “owning” Greenland remains to be seen, but one thing’s for sure: this isn’t the last we’ll hear about America’s Arctic ambitions. Buckle up because this geopolitical snowball is just getting started.
