A protest took place in front of the U.S. Consulate in Greenland against Trump’s intention to “buy/annex” the island. The local population seeks independence or at least greater autonomy from Denmark, but a January poll revealed that 85% oppose U.S. annexation, with most locals viewing Trump’s remarks as “threatening.”

Recently, in response to the possibility of the U.S. taking control of Greenland, whether through purchase or forced annexation, Trump stated, “I think it will happen.”