A bold and controversial bill introduced on Tuesday by US Representative Buddy Carter has attracted international attention. The Republican lawmaker from Georgia unveiled legislation that would authorize President Donald Trump to acquire Greenland and rename it ‘Red, White, and Blueland.’ The proposal, which aims to enhance US national security and strengthen economic interests, has left both US citizens and foreign governments discussing its potential implications.

“America is back and will soon be bigger than ever with the addition of Red, White, and Blueland,” Carter said in his statement. He voiced strong support for President Trump’s desire to acquire Greenland, calling it a national security priority. According to Carter, the island’s strategic location and natural resources make it vital to the United States’ interests in the region.

Based on the information available in the public domain, Greenland, a territory under Danish sovereignty since 1953, has long drawn the attention of US leaders, particularly due to its positioning in the Arctic Circle. Trump has described Greenland’s acquisition as an ‘absolute necessity’ for US economic security, even likening the purchase to a ‘large real estate deal.’ Trump’s interest with the island dates back to 2019 when he expressed interest in buying Greenland, a proposal rejected by Denmark, which maintains that the island is not for sale.

Despite Denmark’s firm stance, the bill introduced by Carter, known as the ‘Red, White, and Blueland Act of 2025,’ gives President Trump the authority to negotiate the purchase and specifies a deadline for renaming federal documents within six months of acquisition. The bill will first be reviewed by a congressional committee before it proceeds to a vote.

Strategic and Economic Interests

Trump’s pursuit of Greenland has largely been driven by its strategic military significance and abundant natural resources. Experts believe that as the Arctic ice cap melts, previously inaccessible resources like crude oil and natural gas will become increasingly valuable. This could provide the US with critical economic advantages, especially in light of shifting global power dynamics.

Dr Aparaajita Pandey, Asst Professor, Dept of Defence and Strategic Studies, Amity University, suggests that while Trump’s actions may appear erratic, there is a long-term strategic logic to the interest in Greenland. ‘Greenland’ location within the Arctic Circle and its emerging importance due to climate change and resource accessibility cannot be ignored.

“The island’s vast oil deposits and its strategic position could significantly benefit the U.S. and help strengthen its claim in the Arctic region,” she adds.

According to her Greenland’s strategic value has only grown in recent years. As Arctic sea ice continues to recede, countries with interests in the region, including Canada, Russia, and Norway, are likely to vie for control of the newly accessible resources. “While the U.S. already has Alaska as a foothold in the Arctic, controlling Greenland would further cement America’s position as a dominant power in the region,” Pandey adds.

While the bill will go through legislative scrutiny in the coming months, it remains to be seen whether the US government will succeed in its efforts to acquire Greenland. As of now, the Kingdom of Denmark remains firm in its refusal to sell Greenland.