Hub Podcasts Trump wants Greenland: How should Canada respond?
Jan 6, 2026
The discussion dives into the Trump administration’s renewed interest in Greenland and its strategic importance. Key topics include the island's push for autonomy and the U.S.'s attempts to bypass Denmark to appeal directly to Greenlanders. The hosts address Stephen Miller's provocative military comments and suggest Greenland could serve as a red line for allied sovereignty. They also explore Canada’s stronger stance on Greenland compared to Venezuela and discuss potential political opportunities for Canadian leaders amid U.S. policy shifts.
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Greenland As Strategic U.S. Priority
- The Trump administration reframed Greenland as a strategic asset worth direct U.S. engagement.
- That shift follows increased U.S. attention to Arctic security and perceived Danish neglect.
Pence Visited Greenland Early In Term
- Vice President Pence's first trip of the second administration included a visit to Greenland.
- That visit signaled elevated presidential interest in the island's strategic role.
Greenlanders Want Autonomy, Not U.S. Annexation
- Greenlanders broadly favor changing their relationship with Denmark but not joining the U.S.
- U.S. overtures exploit Greenlandic resentment over perceived Danish underinvestment.