U.S. President Donald Trump’s adviser Stephen Miller stated that the United States could seize Greenland, emphasizing that no one would dare fight Washington over the island. He made these remarks in an interview with CNN on January 5.
According to Miller, Greenland allegedly belongs to the U.S., and Denmark’s control over the island is questionable. He stressed that Washington’s actions should not be seen as military, and that the U.S. interest in the region is justified by the need to ensure Arctic and NATO security. Miller added that under Trump, the United States acts as a superpower and will operate accordingly.
He also said Greenland should not be used as a resource against the U.S., and in his view, Trump’s doctrine is aimed at protecting American national interests.
Miller’s remarks came after his wife, Katie Miller, hinted on social media at the possibility of a U.S. takeover of the island, posting a map of Greenland overlaid with the American flag.
Background
Recall that in January 2025, Trump announced plans to regain control of the Panama Canal and hinted at claims to Greenland and possibly Canada. At the time, the prime ministers of Greenland and Denmark insisted on maintaining the island’s sovereignty, stating that Greenland is not for sale.
In the fall and winter of 2025, U.S. interest in Greenland intensified again. The president appointed a special envoy to the region, and Danish officials acknowledged Washington’s ongoing interest in the island.
These statements have raised concerns in Copenhagen and Greenland, as U.S. plans could heighten tensions in regional relations and security.
Conclusion
Stephen Miller’s statements reflect a segment of the Trump administration’s desire to emphasize U.S. strategic interests in Greenland and the Arctic more broadly. Despite rhetoric about a “takeover,” such comments increase tension with Denmark and raise regional security concerns, highlighting the potential clash between American geopolitical ambitions and the sovereignty of other nations.
