Why does Trump want Greenland and the Panama Canal?

President Trump says the U.S. needs control of Greenland and the Panama Canal "for national security." Here's why both places are so important.

CBS News - 1d

Why Does Trump Want Greenland? Here’s What to Know.

President Trump has made no secret of his designs on Greenland, repeating threats to acquire the territory through a financial transaction or military force.

The New York Times - 14h

Panama will not give in to Trump's canal threats

These tensions resurrect unresolved legacies of America’s military footprint in Panama.

The Hill - 6d

Trump administration directs military to develop options for Panama Canal

NBC News' Courtney Kube reports on the Trump administration directing the U.S. military to begin developing options for the Panama Canal, according to two U.S. officials familiar with the matter.

NBC News - Mar. 13

Trump White House has asked U.S. military to develop options for the Panama Canal, officials say

The Trump White House has directed the U.S. military to draw up options for increasing the American troop presence in Panama to achieve President Trump’s goal of “reclaiming” the Panama Canal.

NBC News - Mar. 13

Trump orders ideas from Pentagon for ‘unfettered’ access to Panama canal, officials say

Document described as interim national security guidance calls on US military to create options. The Trump administration has called on the Pentagon to provide military options to ensure the ...

The Guardian - Mar. 14

'America is not Canada,' new Prime Minister Mark Carney says in rebuke to Trump

President Donald Trump since his second White House term began has said Canada, Greenland and the Panama Canal should become U.S. property.

CNBC - Mar. 14

Why does Trump want to close the Department of Education?

President Donald Trump is on his way to fulfill another campaign promise of dismantling the Department of Education. The battle over federal involvement in local education is one that’s been ...

NBC News - Mar. 16

Swamp Notes: Why Trump may want a weaker dollar

The US currency is down. Does President Donald Trump and his team want it that way?

Financial Times - Mar. 15

Greenland votes Tuesday as Trump wants to take control of the strategic island

The single polling station in Greenland’s capital city is ready

ABC News - Mar. 11

Trump and China Clash Over Panama Canal in Test of Hong Kong’s Status

Beijing’s threat to stop a tycoon’s sale of his ports business has dealmakers wondering if they can still operate without political interference.

The New York Times - 5d

Trump Looms Over Greenland’s Election, but Voters Have Other Concerns

President Trump keeps saying he wants to “get” Greenland. On Tuesday, Greenland votes for a new parliament that could shape its future relations with the United States.

The New York Times - Mar. 10

Greenland’s likely new prime minister rejects Trump takeover efforts

‘We don’t want to be Americans. We don’t want to be Danes. We want to be Greenlanders,’ says Jens-Frederik Nielsen. Greenland ’s probable new prime minister has rejected Donald Trump ’s effort to ...

The Guardian - Mar. 13

Could the US buy Greenland? If so, how?

Donald Trump says he wants the US to take over Greenland. Could it happen? If so, how?

BBC News - Mar. 6

Greenland PM blasts Trump talk of U.S. annexation: 'Enough is enough'

"We don't want to be Americans. No, we don't want to be Danes. We want to be Greenlanders," said Jens-Frederik Nielsen of the island's Demokraatit party.

CNBC - Mar. 13

China Condemns CK Hutchison-BlackRock Panama Canal Deal

The Hong Kong conglomerate CK Hutchison’s planned sale of ports in Panama to a group led by BlackRock, the American finance giant, is under fire from Beijing.

The New York Times - Mar. 14

Greenland's opposition wins election dominated by independence and Trump

The Democrats party wants a gradual move to independence but the second-placed party is keen to speed it up.

BBC News - Mar. 12

Trump’s Moves on Greenland Appear to Be Backfiring

The Greenlandic government is calling an upcoming visit by Trump officials “aggressive,” pushing the island further from the United States.

The New York Times - 8h

Trump wants 'clean' coal. Here's why there's no such thing

President Donald Trump has called for the expansion of U.S. coal production, claiming that an increase of "clean" coal produced in the U.S. will soon take place.

ABC News - Mar. 18

A look at the history of Greenland, from Viking raiders to Donald Trump

Greenland is having a moment in the international spotlight

ABC News - Mar. 10

Hong Kong Adds to China’s Growing Criticism of Panama Canal Deal

The city’s chief executive said a deal between the Hong Kong conglomerate CK Hutchison and BlackRock, a major American investment firm, requires “serious attention.”

The New York Times - Mar. 18

In Trump’s Shadow, Greenland Votes for a New Government

President Trump has expressed a desire to “get” Greenland, but the victorious party is in no rush to change the status quo.

The New York Times - Mar. 12

Trump on Greenland's fury over visit: 'This is friendliness, not provocation'

President Trump on Monday defended the decision to send a U.S. delegation to Greenland, saying that officials from the Danish territory had invited them after Greenland Prime Minister Múte Bourup ...

The Hill - 1d

Trump critic wins Greenland election

The center-right Demokraatit Party won the most votes in Greenland's parliamentary elections, a surprise result as the territory went to the polls in the shadow of President Trump's stated goal of ...

CBS News - Mar. 12

Greenland voting underway with Trump, independence in headlines

Greenland's national election will determine control of its parliament, with the ruling Inatsisartut party supporting independence and Trump suggesting the U.S. should take control of the island.

The Hill - Mar. 11

Trump on Greenland: 'We really need it for national security'

During a meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, President Trump was asked about the possibility of annexing Greenland and claimed it would be needed for "national security."

NBC News - Mar. 13

Why ships are the new chips

The Trump administration wants to make America’s maritime capacity great again

Financial Times - 2d

Why Trump wants to bring aluminum production back to the U.S.

Aluminum is a "critical mineral" in the U.S. but the metal is largely produced in other countries, raising security concerns within the Trump administration.

CNBC - Mar. 13

Greenland's politicians unite to condemn Trump's annexation campaign

In an unusual show of unity, party leaders say they "cannot accept the repeated statements about the annexation of Greenland."

BBC News - Mar. 14

Greenland election: the most consequential in island’s history?

Amid aggressive interest from US president Trump and growing calls for independence ahead of polls, outcome will have far-reaching repercussions. Greenland prepares to vote amid Trump interest – ...

The Guardian - Mar. 11

'There's never been a spotlight like this': Greenland heads to the polls as Trump eyes territory

Donald Trump's vow to take over Greenland has shone a global spotlight on the island's elections.

BBC News - Mar. 10

Greenland holds election as Trump vows takeover

Greenland is holding elections after the world heard from President Trump on his desires to take over the island. Kim Hjelmgaard, a reporter with USA Today, joins CBS News with more.

CBS News - Mar. 11

Long Covid is the pandemic’s dark shadow. Why does no one in power in Britain want to talk about it? | Frances Ryan

Five years after the first lockdown, millions of lives are still being ruined by this debilitating disease. You wouldn’t know it. Imagine a disease that can render its sufferers bedbound for years. ...

The Guardian - Mar. 17

JD Vance will join wife on Greenland trip

Greenland's leaders have criticised planned visits by US officials after Trump's threats to annex the island.

BBC News - 9h

Greenland's opposition party wins legislative election

Greenland's center-right Demokraatit Party won in its parliamentary elections. It comes after President Trump made statements on Greenland's future. Kim Hjelmgaard, a reporter with USA Today, joins ...

CBS News - Mar. 12

Greenland security enhanced ahead of Usha Vance visit

Greenland is enhancing its security ahead of a visit from second lady Usha Vance and other top Trump administration officials. Greenland, an autonomous territory of Denmark, will receive extra ...

The Hill - 1d

Vance to accompany wife to Greenland amid backlash

Vice President Vance said he's traveling to Greenland on Friday, a move that comes after the Trump administration provoked backlash from officials in Greenland and Denmark when it was announced ...

The Hill - 14h

In Latin America, China is finally losing ground

Mexico is reviewing its tariff policy over China, and an American investor group has signed a huge deal taking control over key ports near the Panama Canal, indicating that Trump's America First ...

The Hill - Mar. 9

Why the UK Has Not Retaliated Against Trump’s Tariffs

Prime Minister Keir Starmer wants to stay close to the United States, even as the uncertainty unleashed by President Trump offers a chance to build ties with the European Union.

The New York Times - Mar. 12

Why does Trump want Greenland and the Panama Canal?

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