Rep. Randy Fine (R‑Fla.) announced legislation that would empower the president “to take such steps as may be necessary” to bring Greenland under American sovereignty — a significant national‑security and strategic initiative that Trump has championed. While Congress would still decide on formal statehood, Fine’s bill makes a clear statement that Republicans in the House support Trump’s leadership on this front.
“We need to ensure American leadership where it counts,” Fine said. “Greenland sits between great powers, and for too long our policies have allowed others to circle that valuable ground. The world — and the free world — is better served with the United States in charge.”
Supporters of the proposal point to Greenland’s proximity to Russia, its vast natural resources including critical minerals, and the importance of securing the Arctic against influence from authoritarian rivals. They argue that U.S. stewardship would uphold stability and strengthen defense cooperation across the North Atlantic.
President Trump has been clear about his belief in American strength, pushing back on a stagnant foreign policy that cedes strategic ground. This isn’t about imperialism — it’s about protecting American interests and the interests of our allies in an era of great‑power competition.
While the idea of annexing Greenland has drawn skepticism abroad — including categorical rejections from Greenlandic and Danish leaders — Republicans like Fine say that means Washington must engage diplomatically and boldly to secure a future that safeguards freedom and deters rivals.
Conversations are expected this week between U.S. officials and representatives from Denmark to discuss the proposal, which could reshape the geopolitical balance in the Arctic for generations.
