President-elect Trump has sparked global debate by refusing to rule out military action to acquire the Panama Canal and Greenland. European leaders have expressed concerns over his imperialistic goals, although analysts view the threats as not credible but potentially damaging to global relations.
A Republican Congressman plans to introduce a bill authorizing President-elect Donald Trump to buy and re-take the Panama Canal, citing it as a vital national asset for the U.S. and a move towards projecting strength abroad.
President-elect Donald Trump suggested using military force to gain control of the Panama Canal and Greenland, and 'economic force' to acquire Canada for 'economic security.' He also proposed renaming the Gulf of Mexico to 'the Gulf of America.'
Former President Trump expresses intent to purchase Greenland and retake control of the Panama canal. Danish Prime Minister emphasizes Greenland is not for sale. Trump Jr. visits Greenland but will not meet with government officials.
President-elect Donald Trump announced his plan to rename the Gulf of Mexico to the “Gulf of America”, while also expressing interest in acquiring Greenland and demanding changes to Panama Canal fees.
Former President Jimmy Carter's funeral ceremony sparks controversy as President-elect Trump criticizes Carter for negotiating away the Panama Canal, suggesting it cost Carter the 1980 election to Ronald Reagan.
President-elect Donald Trump issues a controversial Christmas message to soldiers of China and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. He suggests Canada becoming the 51st state and criticizes the 'Radical Left Lunatics.'
President-elect Trump suggests U.S. owning Greenland is essential for national security and freedom, despite Greenland's prime minister stating the island is not for sale. Trump also expresses frustration with fees charged for the use of the Panama Canal and asserts that oversight of the canal should return to the U.S.
The Panama Canal, considered a great engineering feat, is facing challenges due to climate change, causing fewer ships to pass through. Author Cristina Henriquez discusses the making of the Canal in her new novel.