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Trump appointee argued the US could take Greenland and its seafood to save endless shrimp at Red Lobster: report

President Trump and aide Stephen Miller have asserted the US has a right to seize Greenland, citing national security. Trump claims a framework for a deal was discussed with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte at Davos. Greenland and Denmark have rejected these ambitions, citing sovereignty and international law.

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New details emerge regarding a proposed deal framework discussed at Davos and specific assertions of ownership by Stephen Miller.

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  1. Trump Administration Proposes Greenland Acquisition for National Security

    President Trump and aide Stephen Miller have asserted the US has a right to seize Greenland, citing national security. Trump claims a framework for a deal was discussed with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte at Davos. Greenland and Denmark have rejected these ambitions, citing sovereignty and international law.

    What's confirmed:

    • President Trump stated the US needs Greenland for national security.
    • Stephen Miller asserted that Greenland rightfully belongs to the United States and could be seized.
    • Greenland Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen stated that sovereignty is a "red line" that cannot be crossed.
    • Danish and EU officials stated that international law and territorial integrity must be respected.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • President Trump and NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte laid out a "framework of a future deal" on Greenland's status at Davos.
    • The US could take Greenland and its seafood to save endless shrimp at Red Lobster.
    • Trump posted an image featuring a penguin regarding the acquisition of Greenland.
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  2. Trump Appointee Links Greenland Takeover to Red Lobster Shrimp

    A Trump-appointed official suggested that seizing Greenland and its seafood could restore all-you-can-eat shrimp at Red Lobster. This claim is presented as a justification for US control of the Arctic island. The proposal has reportedly caused a diplomatic crisis and strained NATO relations.

    What's confirmed:

    • A Trump appointee suggested that US control of Greenland could bring back all-you-can-eat shrimp at Red Lobster.
    • Donald Trump has repeatedly considered annexing Greenland for national security reasons.
    • Greenland is currently controlled by Denmark.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The official made these comments to The New Yorker.
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