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Usha Vance Visits Greenland to ‘Learn About Heritage’ as Trump Insists Island Will Belong to the U.S.
By Jake Beardslee · March 23, 2025
Second Lady Usha Vance to Visit Greenland on Cultural Mission
Second Lady Usha Vance will travel to Greenland later this week as part of a cultural mission to “visit historical sites, learn about Greenlandic heritage, and attend the Avannaata Qimussersu, Greenland’s national dogsled race,” her office confirmed. DHSgov / Wikimedia
Vance’s Itinerary Includes Dogsled Race and Heritage Sites
The trip, scheduled from Thursday to Saturday, includes her son and a U.S. delegation. Her office emphasized that “Ms. Vance and the delegation are excited to witness this monumental race and celebrate Greenlandic culture and unity.”The Avannaata Qimussersu will feature 37 mushers and 444 dogs, showcasing what her team describes as a “remarkable display of speed, skill, and teamwork.” Office of Vice President of the United States / Wikimedia
Visit Follows Trump’s Renewed Interest in Acquiring Greenland
This visit comes against a politically sensitive backdrop, as President Trump has repeatedly stated that the U.S. should acquire Greenland. Trump has asserted that the island is vital to national security and has declared the land is something America will get “one way or the other.” Nagihuin / Wikimedia
Greenlandic Officials Reaffirm Sovereignty Amid U.S. Remarks
These statements have drawn strong rebuke from Greenlandic officials. Prime Minister Múte Egede responded directly to Trump’s proposal, saying, “Greenland is ours.” U.S. Department of State / Wikimedia
Denmark Criticizes U.S. Acquisition Proposals for Greenland
Greenland is a self-governing territory under the Kingdom of Denmark, and Danish leaders have also criticized Trump’s repeated acquisition ambitions. Markus Winkler / Pexels