Trump Advocates for U.S. Ownership of Greenland

President-elect Donald Trump has reignited discussions about acquiring Greenland, labeling it an 'absolute necessity' for the U.S. and promising to 'make Greenland great again.' His son, Donald Trump Jr., is visiting the island, although he will not be meeting with local officials. Trump's comments come in the wake of Greenlandic Prime Minister Múte Egede's call for independence from Denmark, reflecting rising sentiments against colonial ties. A video shared by Trump features a Greenlander expressing a desire for the U.S. to purchase the territory, claiming they are 'ripped off' by the Danish government. Concurrently, Trump has reiterated past musings about Canada potentially becoming the '51st state,' especially following Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's resignation. Critics argue that Trump's focus on territorial acquisitions is a tactic to divert attention from more pressing domestic issues, including trade policies and media relations.