by: Sara Bien-Aime, 22 News
CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – Congressman Richard Neal is raising concerns over the U.S. reputation after President Donald Trump threatened to take control of Greenland, which has stirred significant opposition from the Democratic Party.
Neal’s criticism comes in light of Trump threatening to impose a 25-% import tax on goods from the European Union by June, with reports indicating that the tariffs were aimed at pressuring Denmark regarding Greenland. Trump has argued that these actions were taken in the interest of security in the Arctic.
Congressman Neal (D-MA) asserted that Trump’s approach could seriously damage the United States’ global standing. “Even as the Danes and NATO have said look, if you want to expand the troop commitment on the island of Greenland, we’re open to that negotiation, but Greenland is not for sale or a military taking,” Neal said, highlighting the stance of Denmark and NATO on this matter.
Neal emphasized Denmark’s long-standing support for the U.S. as a solid ally in NATO, noting that Danish troops have supported U.S. efforts in Afghanistan and Iraq since World War II. Their partnership has been pivotal in numerous military alliances and actions during the past decades.
Following Trump’s reversal of his threats and calls for negotiations, it remains to be seen how these discussions will proceed and what final agreements will emerge from them regarding military commitments and U.S.-Denmark relations.
