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Second Lady Usha Vance to Lead U.S. Delegation to Greenland

The visit, tied to cultural events and strategic discussions, follows President Trump's intensified push to acquire the territory for national security reasons.

  • Usha Vance, accompanied by National Security Adviser Mike Waltz and Energy Secretary Chris Wright, will visit Greenland from March 27 to March 29, 2025.
  • The delegation will participate in cultural events, including Greenland's national dogsled race, and visit historical sites to learn about the territory's heritage.
  • Waltz and Wright are expected to tour the U.S.-operated Pituffik Space Base, highlighting the U.S.'s long-standing military presence in Greenland.
  • President Trump has reiterated his desire to acquire Greenland, citing its strategic location and mineral resources as vital for national and international security.
  • Greenlandic and Danish leaders have condemned the visit as provocative, emphasizing Greenland's sovereignty and rejecting U.S. annexation efforts.
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