GOP Bill Seeks to Rename Greenland 'Red, White, and Blueland'

Above: Rep. Buddy Carter. Image copyright: Bill Clark/Contributor/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images

The Facts

  • Buddy Carter (R-Ga.) introduced the "Red, White, and Blueland Act of 2025" Tuesday that would authorize US Pres. Donald Trump to negotiate the acquisition of Greenland from Denmark, officially rename the territory, and direct Interior Secretary Doug Burgum to implement the name change.

  • The legislation comes amid Trump's renewed push to acquire Greenland, which he considers vital for national security due to its strategic location, natural resources, and access to Arctic shipping lanes.

  • Secretary of State Marco Rubio has defended the acquisition effort by highlighting existing US military support for Greenland and the 1951 defense treaty, arguing for greater American control over the territory.


The Spin

Pro-Trump narrative

The acquisition of Greenland represents a crucial national security priority for American interests, providing strategic control over valuable Arctic resources and shipping lanes while expanding US global influence and deterring potential adversaries.


Pro-establishment narrative

The proposed acquisition attempt undermines Danish sovereignty and alienates a loyal European ally while completely disregarding the wishes of Greenland's people, who overwhelmingly oppose joining the US and seek their own path to independence.



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