Trump Declares 10% Tariffs on Denmark to Push Greenland Deal

President Donald Trump has announced that the United States will impose a 10% tariff on several European nations if Denmark does not agree to a “complete and total purchase of Greenland.” This declaration, made in a detailed post on Truth Social on September 23, 2023, links the proposed tariffs to broader themes of global security and U.S. national defense.

In his post, Trump argued that for many years, the United States has effectively subsidized Denmark and other nations within the European Union by not imposing tariffs and providing what he characterized as “maximum protection.” He stated, “We have subsidized Denmark, and all of the Countries of the European Union, and others, for many years by not charging them Tariffs, or any other forms of remuneration.”

Trump emphasized that it is time for Denmark to reciprocate, insisting that “World Peace is at stake.” He claimed that both China and Russia have interests in Greenland, suggesting that Denmark lacks the capability to protect it. “They currently have two dogsleds as protection, one added recently,” he wrote, implying that only the United States could effectively safeguard the territory.

The former president reiterated his belief in U.S. superiority in this geopolitical matter, stating, “Only the United States of America, under PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP, can play in this game, and very successfully, at that!” He concluded his message with a stark warning about national security, asserting, “Nobody will touch this sacred piece of Land, especially since the National Security of the United States and the World at large is at stake.”

Trump’s remarks come amidst ongoing discussions about Greenland, which is a territory of Denmark. The U.S. has expressed interest in Greenland’s strategic value, particularly regarding its natural resources and geographic location.

This announcement has generated significant media attention and could have far-reaching implications for U.S.-European relations. As the situation develops, further updates will be provided.