While the White House has not confirmed the report, insiders say the request has triggered alarm among U.S. allies and even within Trump’s own advisory circle.One source described the move as highly dangerous, saying it could destabilize global alliances and provoke severe international backlash.
Despite these warnings, Trump has continued to escalate his rhetoric publicly.
“Whether They Like It or Not”
The controversy intensified on Friday, January 9, when Trump spoke during a meeting with oil and gas executives while discussing Venezuela.
During the meeting, he made his position on Greenland unmistakably clear.
“We are going to do something on Greenland whether they like it or not,” Trump said.
He argued that failing to act would allow rival powers to gain a foothold in the Arctic.
“If we don’t do it, Russia or China will take over Greenland, and we’re not going to have Russia or China as a neighbor,” he added.
Trump then escalated further.
