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The weak business case for Trump acquiring Greenland: a $1 trillion price tag and few returns for two decades
An annexation of Greenland would be the largest geographic acquisition in U.S. history—but financial rewards would be a long time coming.
The weak business case for Trump acquiring Greenland: a $1 trillion price tag and few returns for two decades
It's bigger than the Louisiana Purchase—but is it anywhere near as valuable?
Trump’s push for US control of Greenland is mostly about his ‘ego’: Global politics expert
Eurasia Group president Ian Bremmer assesses President Donald Trump’s foreign policy moves on ‘Barron’s Roundtable.’
Pennsylvania Sens. Fetterman and McCormick on Greenland, health care and more
January 16, 2026
Some Parkinson’s patients may experience strange symptoms, like smell loss and sleep disorders, decades before diagnosis. Plus, a Pompeii construction site preserved in ash reveals secrets of the famously durable Roman concrete. And, Greenland sharks live for hundreds of years, but their eyes never seem to get old. What can they teach us about aging human eyes?
Trump considering new tariffs on countries that oppose his annexation plans for Greenland
President Donald Trump said Friday he is considering applying new tariffs on countries that oppose his ambition of annexing Greenland.
U.S. Lawmakers Meet With Danish Prime Minister on Greenland
Seeking to calm tensions, Republicans and Democrats affirmed that they supported Denmark’s control of Greenland as President Trump vowed to buy it or take it over.
Trump Threatens to Hit Countries that Oppose His Greenland Takeover With Tariffs
The president said the U.S. needs to take control of the territory to protect U.S. national security.
Live updates: Trump remains at odds with leaders from Denmark and Greenland as he eyes the Arctic territory
Top Jeff Landry aide who shaped New Orleans policies is leaving to start a consulting firm
The staffer is likely to advise Gov. Jeff Landry in a political capacity on his duties as President Donald Trump's special envoy to Greenland.
Big problems in a big world : The NPR Politics Podcast
Between pledging support for protesters in Iran, calling once again for the U.S. annexation of Greenland, and meeting with Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, it's been a busy week for President Trump on the global stage. We look at why the White House wants to be involved in so many geopolitical issues despite the president's campaign pledges to be less invested in global affairs, and what outcomes the Trump administration wants in each location.This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, White House correspondent Franco Ordoñez, and national security correspondent Greg Myre.This podcast was produced and edited by Casey Morell & Bria Suggs. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
GOP congressman splits with Trump over Greenland 'buffoonery'
In an interview, GOP Rep. Don Bacon slammed the president's efforts to take over Greenland, warning it could lead to his impeachment.
Most Americans do not want US to acquire Greenland, polling says
As President Donald Trump ratchets up threats to take Greenland from Denmark, a series of polls say most Americans are not supportive of his efforts.
Analysis: Is Trump serious about Greenland? Gaming it out
President Donald Trump seems to be running out of ways to assure everyone that he’s dead-serious about taking over Greenland.
What Greenland Sharks Are Teaching Us About Aging Eyes
Greenland sharks' eyes never seem to get old. Plus, exactly how flawless is the greatest eye in the sky, the James Webb Space Telescope?
FBI Search Journalist's Home, U.S. Greenland Talks, Mental Health Funding : Up First from NPR
The FBI searches the home of a Washington Post reporter as part of a leak investigation, raising concerns among press advocates about an escalation against press freedom.U.S. talks with Denmark and Greenland end without a deal on Greenland’s future, but a new working group forms as allies push back on President Trump’s security-driven claims.And after widespread confusion and backlash, the Trump administration reverses course and restores roughly $2 billion in funding for mental health and addiction programs nationwide.Want more analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today’s episode of Up First was edited by Emily Kopp, Rebekah Metzler, Mohamad ElBardicy and Alice Woelfle.It was produced by Kaity Kline, Nia Dumas and Christopher Thomas.We get engineering support from Neisha Heinis. And our technical director is Carleigh Strange.Our deputy Executive Producer is Kelley Dickens.
75% of Americans oppose US attempting to take control of Greenland, CNN poll finds
Three-quarters of Americans say they oppose the US attempting to take control of Greenland, according to a new CNN poll conducted by SSRS, indicating that President Donald Trump’s push to expand America’s territory faces stiff headwinds with the public.
What Teddy Roosevelt has to do with Trump's moves in Venezuela and Greenland
Presidents James Monroe and Theodore Roosevelt helped shape a policy that rationalizes U.S. intervention in Latin America and elsewhere. But Trump has brought that idea to a whole new level.
Vance's 2028 head start: From the Politics Desk
Plus, Greenland resists U.S takeover as Trump ramps up pressure.
Americans not on board with Trump's military interventions, polls say
After Venezuela, Trump is doubling down on threats of military action against Iran and Greenland. New polling found most Americans aren't on board.
‘Fundamental disagreement’ remains after Denmark, Greenland, US talks
Earlier on Wednesday, Denmark said it would increase its military presence in Greenland in cooperation with NATO.
‘Expansionism is on his mind’: The ‘Inside Politics’ panel explores Trump’s mindset ahead of a key WH meeting on Greenland
Live updates: Vance and Rubio to hold meeting on Greenland as Trump faces Venezuela war powers vote
Trump says ‘anything less’ than US control of Greenland is ‘unacceptable’
President Donald Trump said Wednesday that “anything less” than US control of Greenland is “unacceptable,” arguing the United States needs the territory for national security purposes, which could in turn strengthen NATO.
France to launch Greenland consulate in ‘political signal’ to US
Washington's threats to seize the strategic island have sparked a crisis among NATO states.
New York congressman to visit Denmark as Trump pushes to acquire Greenland
Queens Rep. Gregory Meeks is part of a nine-person delegation.
Hundreds of Scientists “Vehemently Oppose” U.S. Effort to Purchase Greenland
About 350 scientists scientists have signed a letter condemning U.S. President Donald Trump’s efforts to acquire Greenland.
‘Completely bonkers.’ Trump’s Greenland mining dreams in Greenland collide with reality
Greenland’s untapped mineral wealth has landed the island at the top of President Donald Trump’s empire-building wish list.
UK says NATO talks on deterring Russia in the Arctic 'business as usual'
Britain said on Sunday discussions with other NATO members on deterring Russian activity in the Arctic were "business as usual", after media reports the UK was in talks with its European allies about deploying a military force to Greenland.
Politics chat: Lawmakers push back on Venezuela, ICE shooting sparks protests
A change in U.S. posture, following its military operation last weekend in Venezuela, as President Trumps talks about selling Venezuela's oil and the U.S. taking control of Greenland.
Mamdani, Trump and the battle for the disgruntled in 2026 midterms
Take over Greenland, anyone? Open government-run grocery stores? The politics of 2026 will not be for the faint of heart.
The US must take Greenland, whatever the cost
The U.S. is considering buying Greenland to secure its strategic interests in the Arctic, as Russia and China invest heavily in the region, and a negotiated transfer with compensation for Denmark w…
Greenland's political parties respond to Trump's threats
The country's five political parties issued a joint statement rejecting Trump's attempts to acquire the island.
US will take Greenland the ‘hard way’ if it can’t do it the ‘easy way,’ Trump says
President Donald Trump continued his threats towards Greenland on Friday, as he insisted that if the United States did not act Russia or China would occupy it in the future.
Greenlanders ‘don’t want to be Americans’, say political leaders amid Trump threats
Five parties issue joint statement after US president warned it would occupy island ‘the nice way or the more difficult way’
Michigan lawmakers oppose using military to take Greenland: 'Ridiculous' and 'unwise'
Members of Michigan's delegation are against using the U.S. military to invade Greenland or take it by force, with one GOP rep calling it "unwise."
Trump threatens to take Greenland ‘the hard way’
The president continued to advance an imperialist vision of American foreign policy, where the U.S. can dominate neighboring countries “whether they like it or not.”
WATCH: Trump says Russia or China will occupy Greenland 'if we don't'
The president said that he would like to make a deal “the easy way” to acquire Greenland, because if the U.S. doesn’t own it, he claimed Russia or China will take over it, and the U.S. does not want them as neighbors.
Why Greenland is indispensable to global climate science
With no Antarctica-style treaty to protect Greenland, a US takeover could mean scientists lose access.
No Amount of Money Can Buy Greenland, Lawmakers Tell Trump
There’s no sum of money from Donald Trump that would persuade Greenlanders to join the US, two Greenlandic lawmakers in the Danish parliament said.
US Politics Newsletter: Trump's power plays in Venezuela and Greenland
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Top diplomats from Greenland and Denmark met with White House officials as Trump pushes for ownership
The top Washington-based diplomats for Greenland and Denmark met with White House officials at the National Security Council on Thursday as Greenland continues to publicly and privately insist it is not for sale.
Kidnapping and chaos: welcome to Trump’s world
John Harris and Kiran Stacey are joined by the Guardian’s defence and security editor, Dan Sabbagh, to talk about the oil tanker seizures, Greenland and the UK’s role in Ukraine
Senate considers limiting Trump's war powers after Venezuela raid
Sen. Ruben Gallego said he is also working on a resolution "to block Trump from invading Greenland"
Greenland Business Association CEO On 'Hostile Takeover' Fears
US President Donald Trump has said the US should take over Greenland, citing defense needs, and White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has refused to rule out the use of military force to acquire it. The comments have sparked a reaction in Denmark and among Greenlanders, with some viewing Trump's plans as a potential opportunity for Greenland to break free from Denmark's control, while others are strongly opposed to the idea. Christian Keldsen is the CEO of the Business association in Greenland and joined Stephen Carroll and Caroline Hepker on Bloomberg Radio to discuss the impact of recent events (Source: Bloomberg)
Can anyone stop Trump from seizing Greenland?
Europeans and Greenlanders are strongly opposed to an American land grab. But their options to stop it are limited.
Trump’s Greenland Talk Brings Opportunity, Unease for Business
Greenland’s business community is split on the impact of Donald Trump’s renewed interest in the Arctic island.
Mandelson accuses European leaders of ‘histrionic’ reaction to Trump’s Greenland stance
Article by former British ambassador to US is likely to be seen as criticism of Keir Starmer
Sen. Mitch McConnell criticizes Trump administration rhetoric on Greenland
Although the president has long talked about the U.S. taking over the self-governing Danish territory, his openness to authorizing a hostile takeover is triggering alarm across Europe
‘I’m sick of stupid’: GOP senator slams Stephen Miller’s comments on Greenland
GOP Sen. Thom Tillis strongly criticized White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller’s recent comments suggesting the US should take control of Greenland, calling the remarks “amateurish” and “absurd,” and urging President Donald Trump to fire people who give that kind of advice.
Analysis: The GOP’s growing dilemma on Greenland
It was as telling a moment as any when it comes to the Republican Party’s relationship with President Donald Trump.
The US has tried to acquire Greenland before – and failed
On the heels of the US capture of Venezuelan leader Nícolas Maduro, President Donald Trump has ramped up his rhetoric around his desire to acquire Greenland, once again raising the prospect of military intervention, sparking fears across Europe and widespread condemnation.
Analysis: Why Trump wants to take Greenland
America’s next conquest might become Trumpland.
Analysis: Why Trump wants to take Greenland
America’s next conquest might become Trumpland.
Using military in Greenland 'always an option,' White House says
The Trump administration has reignited threats against the Danish territory and refused to rule out military force, according to a White House statement.
Exclusive | Rubio Tells Lawmakers Trump Aims to Buy Greenland, Downplays Military Action
The secretary of state said the White House is using rhetoric to pressure Denmark into negotiations.
White House discussing ‘options’ to acquire Greenland and says military use isn’t off the table
The White House said Tuesday that it is “discussing a range of options” to acquire Greenland, noting that using the US military is not off the table.
Why does Trump want Greenland? He says we'll 'worry about' it in 2 months
President Donald Trump has repeatedly said he wants to take Greenland, which has received extra weight after the capture of Maduro in Venezuela. Why?
Trump’s plan to own the Western Hemisphere and Greenland is not what Americans want
President Donald Trump’s decision to remove the head of a sovereign country over the weekend was a hugely significant operation. But it was perhaps even more significant as a statement of intent.
Trump aide Stephen Miller says US could seize Greenland in interview
'Nobody’s going to fight the United States militarily over the future of Greenland,' the Trump aide said.
Why Trump’s Greenland play makes no national security sense
CNN’s Jim Sciutto breaks down two treaties that protect Greenland as President Trump is “discussing a range of options” to acquire the island, according to the White House, and making clear that using the US military is not off the table.
Trump's threats of intervention jolt allies and foes alike
Trump threatened military attacks on five countries, allies as well as adversaries. His threats to annex Greenland drew particular concern across Europe.
‘See no evil, hear no evil’ Starmer goes on full sycophant alert
PM tries to be as uninformed as possible about The Donald’s coup while his junior minister throws Greenland under the bus
Trump renews push to annex Greenland after Venezuela strike
President Donald Trump has repeatedly talked about annexing Greenland. He reupped those calls hours after the U.S. captured Venezuela's leader.
World's Deepest Gas Hydrate Discovered Teeming With Life Off Greenland
An oasis in the dark.
Trump is talking about Greenland again
The fixation on Greenland once looked eccentric. Now, it seems like the distillation of his whole foreign policy.
Our 7 Best Science TikToks You Need to Watch Right Now
On TikTok and other short-form video platforms, Scientific American explored the underground labs of Greenland, brand-new colors and the perfect way to make eggs
Trump reveals more about Gov. Jeff Landry’s envoy role: ‘Greenland’s a big deal’
The president said Greenland is important for national security reasons, and called Landry a “dealmaker-type guy.”
President Trump says US needs Greenland for 'national security'
President Donald Trump told reporters on Dec. 22 that the special envoy he appointed would "lead the charge."
Trump named Gov. Jeff Landry a special envoy to Greenland. Denmark isn’t happy about it.
The Danish foreign minister said he was summoning the U.S. ambassador to explain the move.
Trump says he is naming Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry special envoy to Greenland
It wasn’t immediately clear what Landry’s responsibilities with the role would be.