Jan. 10, 2026 7 AM PT
To the editor: I by no means thought I might say “bravo” to Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.). Nonetheless, I used to be heartened by his assertion relating to President Trump’s proposed U.S. possession of Greenland: “Using drive to grab the sovereign democratic territory of one in every of America’s most loyal and succesful allies could be an particularly catastrophic act of strategic self-harm to America and its world affect” (“GOP senators break with Trump to rein in use of military without Congress’ approval,” Jan. 8).
We should respect the territories of our NATO allies above all. Many could be ashamed and embarrassed if our nation resorted to imperialistic ways reminiscent of invasion and/or takeover of a sovereign territory.
Definitely, the U.S. might supply to purchase Greenland from Denmark, however Denmark doesn’t appear inclined to promote. As an ally, we should always respect its needs. Congratulations to the members of Congress who’re standing as much as Trump on this concern!
Jill Anderson, Pismo Seaside
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To the editor: Trump’s reported need to amass Greenland by risk or coercion resembles a geopolitical mugging — extra akin to a road theft in Central Park than a professional diplomatic proposal (“Denmark, Greenland envoys met with White House officials over Trump’s call for a ‘takeover,’” Jan. 8). Merely put, it’s theft wrapped within the language of energy.
What makes this much more troubling is that Trump has expressed support for posting the Ten Commandments in school rooms, one in every of which clearly prohibits stealing. If the precept “thou shalt not steal” is to imply something, it should apply not solely to people but in addition to nations — and definitely to these in energy.
This seems to be one more instance the place Trump holds others to ethical and authorized requirements that he feels don’t apply to himself
David Fractor, Encino
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To the editor: The concept the U.S. could purchase Greenland, as Secretary of State Marco Rubio has beforehand recommended, isn’t with out precedent. Louisiana, Alaska and Gadsden have been all monetary offers.
Aren’t there, nonetheless, some vital points relating to Greenland? Figuring out a worth will likely be a lot simpler than figuring out who truly will get the cash. Denmark or the precise residents of the island? And talking of the individuals who stay in Greenland, do they get a say within the sale?
The opportunity of promoting territory and transferring management of the inhabitants to a different authorities with out the consent of that inhabitants is scary. It could sound tongue-in-cheek to counsel that Trump (the true property man) could be open to promoting a blue state or two, however wouldn’t that be just like Denmark promoting Greenland to us?
Larry Harmell, Los Angeles
