How Greenland Is Reacting to Trump’s Threats
In January 2026, a video report by *The New York Times* explored Greenland's reaction to former President Trump's past interest in acquiring the territory. Reporter Jeffrey Gettleman traveled to Greenland to gauge local sentiment.

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AI-generatedIn January 2026, a video report by *The New York Times* explored Greenland's reaction to former President Trump's past interest in acquiring the territory. Reporter Jeffrey Gettleman traveled to Greenland to gauge local sentiment. The report, featuring analysis from Gettleman and senior writer Katrin Bennhold, examines the significance of Greenland to the United States, Denmark, and the Greenlandic people themselves. The video delves into the perspectives of Greenlanders regarding Trump's proposition and the broader implications for the region's geopolitical landscape. The report aims to provide context and understanding of the complex relationship between these nations.
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3 extractedJeffrey Gettleman and Katrin Bennhold discuss what Greenland means to the United States, Denmark and Greenlanders.
Our reporter Jeffrey Gettleman is on the ground in Greenland, seeing how people have reacted to Trump’s desire to take it over.
People in Greenland reacted to Trump's desire to take it over.