Trump escalates Greenland acquisition rhetoric, White House noncommittal President Donald Trump has intensified calls to annex Greenland, labeling the Arctic island a critical security asset while the White House has declined to rule out using military force to achieve the goal [2][3][4]. Greenland’s prime minister reiterated that the territory is not for sale and warned against U.S. governance [2][4]. The proposal tests NATO cohesion because Greenland hosts the U.S. Pituffik space base and sits at the center of Arctic security arrangements [3][4]. International leaders from Russia, Norway, and the European Union have publicly criticized the push, framing it as a destabilizing move [1].

Nationwide polls show overwhelming opposition to Greenland seizure CNN‑commissioned SSRS poll found 75% of Americans reject any U.S. attempt to take Greenland, with only 25% in favor [5]. CBS News and YouGov data show 86% of the public and 70% of Republicans oppose military action, while a YouGov/The Economist poll reports 72% of the overall electorate and 54% of Trump voters reject force [2][5]. Among Trump’s 2024 supporters, 22% back the idea, highlighting a minority base for the plan [2]. These surveys consistently indicate broad domestic skepticism, despite varying percentage points across polls [1][5].

Republican ranks split over impeachment and war‑powers options Nebraska Rep. Don Bacon, who will not seek reelection, called the Greenland plan “utter buffoonery” and warned it could trigger bipartisan impeachment efforts [1][3][4]. Bacon co‑sponsored a House bill to limit presidential authority to invade NATO allies, signaling concrete legislative pushback [4]. Senate GOP leader Mitch McConnell cautioned that alienating Arctic allies would damage U.S. strategic reach, while Sen. Thom Tillis rejected impeachment and advocated a War Powers resolution if military action escalates [3][4]. The intra‑party divide reflects broader GOP uncertainty about confronting the president’s foreign‑policy gambit [1][3].

Trump adds tariffs, AI map, and diplomatic setbacks In February, Trump announced new tariffs on European nations opposing the Greenland effort, aiming to pressure allies ahead of the proposed acquisition [3]. He also circulated an AI‑edited map on Truth Social to bolster his narrative, illustrating a media‑driven strategy [3]. A recent White House meeting with Danish officials, Vice President JD Vance, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio failed to produce progress, underscoring diplomatic stagnation [5]. Public concern remains high, with 55% believing Trump has gone too far in expanding U.S. power and 57% saying his foreign‑policy choices harm America’s standing [5].