In 2019, then-President Donald Trump shocked the world by proposing that the U.S. buy Greenland, a self-governing territory of Denmark. The idea was dismissed as absurd, but recent events suggest the plan may never have truly been abandoned. With Second Lady Usha Vance and Mike Waltz making upcoming controversial visits to Greenland, some believe this is part of a renewed effort to bring the massive, resource-rich island under American influence—if not outright ownership.
While the visit has been framed as routine diplomacy, the secrecy surrounding the trip has fueled speculation. Why would two Trump administration representatives suddenly take such an interest in Greenland? Could this be the beginning of a long-term strategy to make Trump’s vision a reality?
Greenland is more valuable than ever due to its vast untapped resources, including rare earth minerals essential for military technology and green energy. The U.S. has long sought to reduce dependence on China for these critical materials, and securing control over Greenland’s mines would be a game-changer. Additionally, its strategic Arctic location makes it a key military asset in the growing tensions between the U.S., Russia, and China.
The theory suggests that rather than an outright purchase — which Denmark flatly rejected in 2019 — the U.S. is working behind the scenes to exert economic and political influence over Greenland. This could involve pressuring Denmark, funding infrastructure projects, or even using military agreements to increase American control.
Could this visit be the first step in a slow-motion acquisition of Greenland? With Trump remaining a dominant force in American politics, it’s possible his so-called “ridiculous” idea was never so ridiculous after all.
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