US Lawmaker Proposes Bill to Make Greenland America's 51st State
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CNBC TV1813-01-2026, 15:57

US Lawmaker Proposes Bill to Make Greenland America's 51st State

  • Florida Congressman Rep. Randy Fine introduced the "Greenland Annexation and Statehood Act" in the US House of Representatives.
  • The bill authorizes the US President to negotiate with Denmark to acquire Greenland as a US territory.
  • Fine argues Greenland is crucial for US security due to its strategic location in the Arctic, controlling key shipping routes.
  • The bill aims to prevent countries like China and Russia from gaining influence in the Arctic region.
  • US President Donald Trump has previously expressed interest in acquiring Greenland, even suggesting the use of force.

Why It Matters: A US lawmaker introduced a bill to acquire Greenland, citing national security and Arctic dominance.

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