‘Make America Go Away’: Thousands protest on streets of Greenland, Denmark over Trump’s threats
Thousands protested in Greenland’s capital, Nuuk, and across Denmark, including Copenhagen, against U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats to annex or seize the territory. Demonstrators chanted “Greenland is not for sale” and waved Greenlandic flags, with some wearing parody “Make America Go Away” hats mocking the MAGA slogan.
The main events occurred on January 17, 2026, drawing around 10,000 in Copenhagen’s City Hall Square and marking Greenland’s largest-ever protest. Organizers from groups like Uagut emphasized self-determination, while Greenland’s Prime Minister joined marches in Nuuk.
Trump reiterated interest in acquiring Greenland for its strategic Arctic location and resources, hinting at military options and announcing 10% tariffs on goods from opposing European nations like Denmark and Germany. This escalated a NATO rift, with Denmark requesting European military support.
Danish PM Mette Frederiksen declared “Europe won’t be blackmailed,” and leaders like France’s Emmanuel Macron condemned the tariffs. U.S. Senator Chris Coons called the rhetoric unconstructive during a delegation visit.
