Trump's Expansionist 'Donroe Doctrine' Redefines U.S. Foreign Policy

Trump's territorial ambitions, including Greenland and the Panama Canal, challenge global norms and intensify tensions with allies and rivals.

President Trump has revived territorial expansion as a central tenet of U.S. foreign policy, proposing acquisitions like Greenland and the Panama Canal.
Trump's rhetoric and actions have drawn criticism for undermining the post-World War II rules-based international order that prioritizes national sovereignty.
Denmark and Greenland have strongly rejected Trump's interest in Greenland, with Danish officials reportedly alarmed by his aggressive tactics, including threats of tariffs.
In Latin America, Trump's administration is confronting growing Chinese, Russian, and Iranian influence, while escalating tensions with countries like Panama and Colombia.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio has emphasized a shift in U.S. foreign policy, advocating for prioritizing American interests over traditional global frameworks.