U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R) recently weighed in on President Donald Trump's push for the United States to acquire Greenland during an interview on Fox News Sunday, backing the President's assertion that the island holds major strategic importance for American national security and global stability.
Speaking amid a growing diplomatic dispute with European allies, Cornyn emphasized that Greenland's location and resources make it far more than a symbolic acquisition.
"The President rightly understands that this is a strategically important piece of real estate," said Cornyn. "The President is the consummate dealmaker, and I think he is looking for a deal."
President Trump has argued that U.S. control of Greenland is necessary to counter rising threats from adversaries operating in the Arctic, including expanded Russian and Chinese activity. The president has not ruled out the use of military force to secure the territory, a stance that has drawn sharp resistance from Greenland's leadership and from Denmark, a NATO ally that maintains sovereignty over the semi-autonomous island.
Those remarks have fueled diplomatic tensions, with Trump warning that additional trade tariffs could be imposed on European allies if they refuse to engage with the United States on the issue. Danish officials have repeatedly rejected the idea of selling Greenland, insisting the island's future rests with its people.
Cornyn, however, framed the issue as something that should be resolved through diplomacy rather than confrontation, praising ongoing engagement between U.S. and Danish leadership.
"I'm glad that Secretary Rubio and the Vice President have been engaging the Danes, because this is something we should be able to do in the best interest of both countries," said Cornyn.
While the path forward remains uncertain, Cornyn's comments signal support among Senate Republicans for continued negotiations and reinforce the administration's view that Greenland is critical to U.S. national security.
