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Trump says US is making moves to acquire Greenland 'whether they like it or not'

January 9, 2026

Trump says US is making moves to acquire Greenland 'whether they like it or not'

President Donald Trump discusses Greenland acquisition plans after the U.S. military captures Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro, citing national security needs.

Trump admin reportedly considers paying each Greenland resident up to $100K amid US takeover talks

January 8, 2026

Trump admin reportedly considers paying each Greenland resident up to $100K amid US takeover talks

Trump administration reportedly considering paying Greenland residents $10,000-$100,000 each to encourage secession from Denmark for U.S. acquisition.

European allies working on plan if US acts on acquiring Greenland: report

January 8, 2026

European allies working on plan if US acts on acquiring Greenland: report

Countries in Europe reportedly are working on a plan if the Trump administration makes a move on acquiring Greenland, which is a a Danish territory.

Senate Dem John Fetterman supports prospect of US Greenland purchase, citing 'massive strategic benefits'

January 8, 2026

Senate Dem John Fetterman supports prospect of US Greenland purchase, citing 'massive strategic benefits'

Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., said he supports the U.S. acquisition of Greenland, saying the territory has "massive strategic benefits for the United States."

Kennedy says military action on Greenland would be 'weapons-grade stupid' as GOP resists force

January 7, 2026

Kennedy says military action on Greenland would be 'weapons-grade stupid' as GOP resists force

Secretary of State Marco Rubio plans Denmark meetings next week, and lawmakers reject the idea of military force to capture Greenland, a prized possession sought by President Trump.

Trump affirms US 'will always be there for NATO,' while expressing doubts about alliance

January 7, 2026

Trump affirms US 'will always be there for NATO,' while expressing doubts about alliance

President Donald Trump pledges U.S. will "always be there for NATO" while questioning alliance's commitment amid tensions over Greenland push.

From Caracas to Nuuk: Maduro raid sparks fresh Trump push on Greenland

January 7, 2026

From Caracas to Nuuk: Maduro raid sparks fresh Trump push on Greenland

President Trump renews his Greenland acquisition interest, calling the Arctic territory a strategic asset as European leaders resist U.S. annexation threats against NATO ally Denmark.

White House says 'range of options,' including US military, on table as Trump renews push to acquire Greenland

January 6, 2026

White House says 'range of options,' including US military, on table as Trump renews push to acquire Greenland

The White House said Tuesday that President Trump considers acquiring Greenland a national security priority, confirming that the use of the U.S. military remains an option.

Top Canadian officials to visit Greenland amid international fears as Trump eyes NATO-linked territory

January 6, 2026

Top Canadian officials to visit Greenland amid international fears as Trump eyes NATO-linked territory

Canadian leaders reportedly plan Greenland visit in February amid growing international tensions over President Donald Trump's annexation comments.

Dem senator introduces bill to stop Trump from invading 'another country on a whim' over Greenland

January 6, 2026

Dem senator introduces bill to stop Trump from invading 'another country on a whim' over Greenland

Sen. Ruben Gallego, D-Ariz., introduced new legislation to block President Donald Trump from invading Greenland after threats of military action.

More on Greenland

Greenland’s opposition party pushes closer US ties, independence from Denmark as Trump plays big in election

March 11, 2025

Greenland’s opposition party pushes closer US ties, independence from Denmark as Trump plays big in election

Vance office touts US defense of Greenland from Nazis, Soviets, ahead of VP and wife's visit to Space Base

March 26, 2025

Vance office touts US defense of Greenland from Nazis, Soviets, ahead of VP and wife's visit to Space Base

Trump says 'we need Greenland for international safety and security' ahead of Vance trip

March 27, 2025

Trump says 'we need Greenland for international safety and security' ahead of Vance trip

Greenland Timeline

Eric the Red settles in Greenland
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During WWII, US forces occupy Greenland while Denmark is occupied by Germany in order to protect the land.
1940-1945
President Harry Truman wanted to purchase Greenland after WWII
1946
Greenland becomes part of the Kingdom of Denmark
1953
The U.S. maintained a military outpost in northwestern Greenland at the Pituffik Space Base, now operated by the U.S. Space Force
1953
Greenland achieves home rule
1979
Greenland is extended self-governance
2009
Trump began talk of buying Greenland
2019
Donald Trump pushes to purchase Greenland from Denmark
2025
US VP JD Vance visited Greenland
March 2025
French President Emmanuel Macron visited Greenland
June 2025