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Pro-Greenland demonstrators in Denmark mock Trump with Make America Go Away hats
Summary
About 10,000 people marched in Copenhagen and thousands gathered in Denmark and Greenland to protest renewed U.S. interest in acquiring Greenland; some protesters wore red caps reading Make America Go Away.
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Thousands gathered in Denmark and Greenland over the weekend to protest the U.S. administration's renewed pursuit of Greenland. About 10,000 people marched outside Copenhagen City Hall. Some protesters wore red caps bearing the message Make America Go Away and carried Greenlandic flags. The demonstrations followed renewed U.S. comments about buying Greenland and a reported plan for a 10 per cent import tax on some European goods.
What we know:
- About 10,000 people marched in Copenhagen, and thousands more gathered in Denmark and Greenland to demonstrate opposition to U.S. interest in Greenland.
- Some participants wore red caps with the message Make America Go Away; the hats were created by a Copenhagen vintage shop owner and have become more visible since recent U.S. remarks.
- The U.S. president renewed comments about acquiring Greenland and announced a planned 10 per cent import tax on goods from eight European nations starting in February, according to reports.
- Observers cited NATO context, noting Article 5 remains a foundational pact and experts said an internal attack between allies would be without precedent.
- A bipartisan U.S. congressional delegation met with Danish and Greenlandic leaders in Copenhagen, and Danish officials reported that people in Denmark and Greenland felt frightened by the escalation.
Summary:
The demonstrations underscored diplomatic strain and public concern in Denmark and Greenland as U.S. interest in the territory re-emerged. A bipartisan congressional delegation has engaged Danish and Greenlandic leaders, and a reported U.S. import tax is scheduled to begin in February; further developments are expected as officials continue discussions.
