Trump's Greenland Grab Draws Controversy Among Republicans

Sat Feb 14 2026 01:26:05 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)

A recent poll shows that President Trump's attempts to claim Greenland may be alienating even his staunchest supporters. Disapproval rises as the situation unfolds.

While Trump traditionally enjoys strong support within the Republican Party, a new survey reveals that his controversial push to seize Greenland has garnered disapproval from about 70% of U.S. adults, including nearly half of Republicans. Many express concern over the administration's approach, particularly younger voters, with nearly 60% of Republicans under 45 disapproving of the Greenland initiative. Trump's justification for the move cites national security concerns in the Arctic, but the backlash has raised questions about his foreign policy strategy.

President Donald Trump's push to exert control over Greenland is causing ripples of discontent across his political base. A new AP-NORC poll shows approximately 70% of Americans disapprove of how Trump is handling the Greenland situation, a figure that surpasses his general disapproval ratings on foreign policy. Even within the Republican Party, divided sentiments are emerging, with nearly half of Republican voters voicing their disapproval.

Trump, who has long advocated for the importance of Greenland in protecting U.S. interests against Russia and China, appears to be struggling to maintain support on this issue. Notably, younger Republicans, particularly those under 45, show a significant disapproval rate. Many view Trump's aggressive tactics as out of touch, emphasizing the need for diplomacy over force in international relations.

Despite the backlash, Trump's overall approval for his foreign policy remains stable, resting at approximately 40%. As discussions ramp up at the Munich Security Conference focusing on trans-Atlantic relations, Trump's Greenland approach remains a contentious topic both at home and abroad.