Washington, Jan 14 (NationPress) President Donald Trump on Wednesday reiterated his appeal for US dominance over Greenland, asserting on social media that the Arctic territory is crucial for American national security, as high-ranking officials from Denmark and Greenland initiated discussions at the White House.

“The United States requires Greenland for National Security purposes,” Trump stated on Truth Social. “It is essential for the Golden Dome we are constructing. NATO should spearhead our efforts to secure it. IF WE DON’T, RUSSIA OR CHINA WILL, AND THAT IS NOT GOING TO HAPPEN!”

In another message, Trump demanded action from the alliance, asserting: “NATO: Instruct Denmark to remove them immediately! Two dogsleds won’t suffice! Only the USA can!!!”

These statements were made as Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen and Greenlandic Foreign Minister Vivian Motzfeldt met with US Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the White House earlier that day. The discussions are anticipated to concentrate on Greenland’s security and the escalating rivalry in the Arctic.

Trump has persistently contended that possessing Greenland is vital for defense. In previous remarks, he indicated that the United States would act on Greenland “whether they approve or not,” cautioning that otherwise, Russia or China would expand their footprint near the island.

The renewed assertions have intensified divisions in Washington and elicited contrasting reactions in Congress.

On Tuesday, Democratic Congressman Jimmy Gomez of California introduced the Greenland Sovereignty Protection Act. This legislation would prevent the use of federal funds to facilitate the invasion, annexation, purchase, or any form of acquisition of Greenland by the United States.

“Greenland is not for sale, not for conquest, and not a bargaining chip,” Gomez declared. He cautioned that threatening an ally undermines international law and weakens NATO. The bill is designed to prevent Congress from financing what he termed Trump’s “imperial fantasies.”

The legislation would restrict funding for any actions related to acquiring Greenland. It would also prohibit increases in US military presence or financial investments there without explicit congressional consent. US-funded influence campaigns aimed at affecting Greenland’s political self-determination would also be banned. Any waiver would necessitate new legislation that specifically references the Act.

Gomez’s office clarified that the measure is not aimed at altering existing US defense cooperation with Denmark and Greenland under NATO and other agreements. Instead, it aims to avert unilateral actions outside established international frameworks.

The day prior, Republican Congressman Randy Fine from Florida proposed the Greenland Annexation and Statehood Act, advocating a contrasting approach.

“Greenland is not a remote outpost we can afford to overlook—it is a crucial national security asset,” Fine stated. He argued that control of Greenland is essential for Arctic shipping routes and US security, warning against permitting China and Russia to expand their influence in the area.

Fine asserted that years of ineffective US policy had weakened America’s strategic position. His bill would empower the president to take “whatever steps necessary” to annex or acquire Greenland as a US territory and would require a report to Congress detailing legal changes needed to admit Greenland as a US state.

In a separate initiative, Senator Chris Coons is leading a bipartisan congressional delegation to Copenhagen this week to reaffirm US support for Denmark and NATO. He remarked that the visit would demonstrate Congress’ commitment to alliances and sovereignty.

Greenland’s strategic importance has grown as Arctic ice diminishes and new shipping routes emerge. Both Denmark and Greenland have consistently stated that the island is not for sale, while opponents of annexation caution that any attempt to acquire it through force or pressure would undermine NATO unity and international law.