The Daily The Global Showdown Over Greenland
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Jan 22, 2026 
In this discussion, guest Mark Landler, the London bureau chief of The New York Times, unpacks Trump's audacious ambition to acquire Greenland and its ramifications. He delves into the strategic importance of Greenland, from its natural resources to military positioning. Mark reveals how European allies responded with increased military support and how Trump's approach has shifted Europe’s stance from flattery to resolve. The conversation explores NATO's vulnerabilities and how U.S. unpredictability is nudging Europe closer to China.
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Greenland As Real Estate And Strategic Prize
- Trump frames Greenland as a massive real-estate and strategic prize tied to rare-earths and Arctic control.
- Mark Landler explains that owning Greenland appeals to Trump's acquisition mindset and national-security instincts.
Ownership Isn't Needed For Access
- The U.S. already has broad military rights in Greenland under a 1951 treaty, and Denmark welcomes deeper U.S. presence.
- Landler argues ownership is unnecessary for military access or commercial involvement.
Venezuela Operation Shifted Perceptions
- A turning point was a bold U.S. military operation in Venezuela that made advisers and allies take Trump's threats more seriously.
- Advisors like Stephen Miller publicly signaled a posture of muscular U.S. action abroad.