Trump Threatens Tariffs Over Greenland as Congress, Allies Push Back

Overview

• Trump said he could impose tariffs on countries that oppose U.S. control of Greenland, citing national security and calling himself the “king of tariffs.”
• Senator Tom Tillis said there would likely be enough bipartisan votes to pass a War Powers resolution requiring congressional approval for any military action and to overcome a veto.
• A bipartisan U.S. delegation met leaders in Copenhagen to reassure Denmark and Greenland that Congress does not support using force to alter the island’s status.
• Republican figures including Don Bacon, John Thune, and Mitch McConnell criticized military scenarios, with Bacon warning the issue could lead to impeachment and McConnell calling such plans strategic self‑destruction.
• Denmark announced an increased military presence in Greenland as NATO allies prepare a mission to plan expanded regional cooperation.