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JD Vance: No Military Force Needed for Greenland Due to US Troop Presence, Cites Strategic Importance and Natural Resources

Jan 12, 2025, 03:15 PM

Vice President-elect JD Vance has stated that the United States does not need to use military force to take control of Greenland, as American troops are already present there. Vance emphasized Greenland's strategic importance to the U.S., citing its natural resources and the need for American leadership in securing and developing these assets. He criticized the Danish government for not adequately securing Greenland, suggesting that there is an opportunity for the U.S. to take a leadership role. Vance's comments align with President-elect Donald Trump's views on Greenland's strategic value to American security interests.