Trump Post Shows Him Gazing at Greenland After Local 'No Means No' Protests
President Trump recently posted an image on Truth Social showing him looking over Greenland, following protests against U.S. influence on the island. The protests were sparked by the opening of a new U.S. consulate and comments made by Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry. Greenland's leaders have reiterated that the territory is not for sale and emphasized their right to self-determination.
- ▪Trump shared an image of himself gazing at Greenland after local protests against U.S. influence.
- ▪Protesters chanted slogans like 'No means no' and expressed that Greenland belongs to its people.
- ▪Governor Landry's comments during his visit to Greenland fueled local anger regarding U.S. intentions.
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By Mandy TaheriPolitics and Culture Reporter0ShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.President Donald Trump shared an image on Truth Social showing him intently looking over Greenland’s colorful A-frame homes on Saturday morning.The post comes days after Greenland residents protested the opening of the U.S.'s new consulate in the capital and a visit by Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry, whom Trump appointed as a special envoy to the Arctic island this past December. Protestors gathered outside the consulate, many chanting, “No means no,” and “Greenland belongs to the Greenlanders.”Since returning to office, Trump has escalated rhetoric about the U.S.
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