Greenland’s political leaders and residents are making waves after former U.S. President Donald Trump revived discussions about acquiring the Arctic territory this week. Thousands protested yesterday (January 18, 2026) in Denmark and Greenland under banners reading ‘MAGA, Make America Go Away’ – a cheeky twist on Trump’s old campaign slogan.
The demonstrations follow Trump’s recent comments about Greenland’s strategic importance, echoing his controversial 2019 attempt to buy the autonomous Danish territory. ‘We decide our own future,’ Greenland Premier Múte Egede told crowds in Copenhagen, where polar bear-shaped floats symbolized climate concerns.
Analysts note the timing coincides with renewed global interest in Arctic resources amid rising temperatures. While Trump hasn’t held office since 2021, his statements continue to shape geopolitical debates. Protest organizers confirm more rallies are planned if U.S. political figures keep ‘treating Greenland like a Monopoly board.’ 🎲❄️
