Trump reiterates desire to capture Greenland at governor's dinner

President-elect Donald Trump hosted a dinner with Republican governors at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida on Thursday, where he reiterated his desire to capture Greenland.

Speaking with the reporters Trump again expressed a desire for the US to take control of the territory, despite it being a Danish possession.

"We need Greenland very badly for national security. The Russian and Chinese ships are all over the place," Trump said, adding that he knows the people of Greenland would love to be a part of the United States.

Trump on Monday had reignited his interest in Greenland, asserting that the United States must "own and control" the island.

At the governors' dinner, he also shared his views on global trade, warning of steep tariffs on Canada, and spoke about the steady stream of technology company leaders visiting him since election day.

Another pressing issue raised during the dinner was drone sightings, which had been frequently reported in recent weeks. Trump acknowledged concerns from governors about drones entering the military or other restricted areas. He reiterated his previous claims that the government might be withholding information on the issue, promising to provide further details after his inauguration on January 20.

Additionally, Trump mentioned his plans to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin and made a vow to work cooperatively with both Republican and Democratic leaders, hoping to ease political tensions and work on behalf of all Americans.


The dinner, held just 11 days before his presidency, aimed to build a collaborative relationship with state leaders, with 22 of the nation’s 27 Republican governors in attendance.

Montana Governor Greg Gianforte explained that some governors couldn’t attend due to their inaugurations, while others were delayed by snow. Nonetheless, those present were eager to meet with Trump, with Gianforte stressing that after years of minimal cooperation with Washington, the new administration would usher in a more productive period for states. "We have a lot of business to get done on behalf of our states," he said, as quoted by the Associated Press.