First published in Eurasia Review, 22 January 2025 In his inaugural address, President Donald Trump declared: “The United States will once again consider itself a growing nation — one that increases our wealth, expands our territory, builds our cities, raises our expectations, and carries our flag into new and beautiful horizons.” While reiterating his vision of reclaiming Panama, Trump used his Oval Office remarks to highlight Greenland’s critical importance to U.S. national security. Emphasizing its strategic location, untapped resources, and potential to counter Russian and Chinese influence in the Arctic, [...]