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Danish Lawmaker Tells Trump 'F*** Off' Over Greenland

1/21/2026

Summary

Story summary

Danish lawmaker Anders Vistisen confronted U.S. President Donald Trump in the European Parliament, telling him to “f*** off” over threats to acquire Greenland.
Vistisen emphasized Greenland's historic ties to Denmark and that it is not for sale.
Vice President Nicolae Stefanuta reprimanded Anders Vistisen for the inappropriate language.
The incident coincides with Trump's tariffs on eight European nations opposing the acquisition and with a controversial image he shared about Greenland.

History

Historical Context

The 1867 purchase of Alaska from Russia for $7.2 million marked a significant expansion of U.S. territory, influenced by Russia's declining fur trade and the inefficiencies of the Russian-American Company. This acquisition set a precedent for U.S. interests in Arctic regions, including Greenland, where tensions persist today as Denmark asserts sovereignty amid ongoing geopolitical negotiations.

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Story summary

Danish lawmaker Anders Vistisen confronted U.S. President Donald Trump in the European Parliament, telling him to “f*** off” over threats to acquire Greenland.
Vistisen emphasized Greenland's historic ties to Denmark and that it is not for sale.
Vice President Nicolae Stefanuta reprimanded Anders Vistisen for the inappropriate language.
The incident coincides with Trump's tariffs on eight European nations opposing the acquisition and with a controversial image he shared about Greenland.

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