Donald Trump Jr. is in Greenland for podcast recordings as President-elect Trump suggests he may use military force to secure control over Greenland and the Panama Canal. This marks a shift from established U.S. policies prioritizing self-determination and has sparked resistance from Greenland's leadership, emphasizing independence from Denmark. Denmark's government clarified that Trump Jr.'s visit is private and no official meetings will occur. The growing significance of Greenland emerges as the territory boasts military bases and resource potential, underlining its strategic importance in U.S. national security discussions.