Fox News presenter Sean Hannity has enthusiastically endorsed a controversial proposal that would see the United States pay every resident of Greenland $100,000 as part of a potential acquisition deal. The influential host described the $5.6 billion scheme as "a no-brainer" during a discussion on his Monday evening programme.
Hannity's Full-Throated Support for Direct Payments
Speaking with Missouri Republican Senator Eric Schmitt, Hannity argued that direct payments to Greenland's 56,000 citizens would dramatically improve their economic prospects while securing American interests in the strategically vital Arctic region. "A $100,000 for every person in Greenland – on average making 60 grand a year – Denmark's not exactly been generous to them," Hannity told his guest.
The Fox host emphasised that the United States possesses the unique capability to help Greenlanders develop their substantial natural resources. "They don't have the ability to help them take their natural resources to the next level and enrich every person in Greenland. We do... I don't know. Seems like a no-brainer to me," Hannity declared, adding his signature phrase: "Everything's negotiable."
Trump Administration's Arctic Ambitions
Hannity's comments follow reports that Trump administration officials have seriously discussed various approaches to acquiring Greenland from Denmark. While Secretary of State Marco Rubio has downplayed military options, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed that presidential aides were "looking at what a potential purchase would look like" without making definitive commitments.
Senator Schmitt reinforced the administration's serious intent during his appearance on Hannity's show. "This is very top of mind for him," Schmitt said of President Trump. "This is something that he's very serious about, and I am glad he is." The senator urged European nations to reconsider their opposition, arguing that only America could properly protect Greenland and strengthen NATO through acquisition.
Escalating Rhetoric and International Reactions
President Trump has significantly intensified his rhetoric regarding Greenland in recent days, threatening European allies with higher tariffs if they obstruct his territorial ambitions. The president insists that American control of Greenland is essential for national security, particularly given perceived threats from China and Russia in the Arctic region.
Denmark has responded to this pressure by increasing its military presence on the island, while Greenlanders themselves have protested against what they view as colonial rhetoric. Demonstrations occurred outside the U.S. consulate in Nuuk over the weekend, reflecting local opposition to the proposed acquisition.
Contradictions in 'America First' Philosophy
Hannity's enthusiastic support for the Greenland proposal represents a notable shift from his previous questioning of Trump's foreign policy focus. As recently as January 9th, the host challenged the president about how extensive overseas engagements aligned with his "America First" agenda, asking specifically how dedicating "a lot of time, energy, and resources" to foreign matters served domestic priorities.
That earlier questioning reflected concerns within Trump's base, articulated by figures like former Republican congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene, that the president might be neglecting home-front issues. Trump's response at the time focused on Middle East stability rather than directly addressing the "America First" contradiction.
Despite these previous reservations, Hannity has now fully embraced the Greenland acquisition concept, framing it as consistent with American strategic interests. The host previously celebrated the end of Joe Biden's presidency by declaring "'America First' is back in a big way" and praised Trump's reciprocal tariffs programme as emblematic of this philosophy.
Provocative Communications and Diplomatic Tensions
The Greenland discussion occurs alongside other provocative moves by the Trump administration. The president recently complained in a letter to Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store about not receiving the Nobel Peace Prize, suggesting this disappointment reduced his "obligation to think purely of peace."
Trump has further escalated tensions by sharing artificially generated images on his Truth Social platform depicting himself planting an American flag in Greenland and displaying maps that designate the territory, along with Canada and Venezuela, as American land. These actions have compounded diplomatic strains with European allies already concerned about American intentions in the Arctic.
As the debate continues, Hannity's endorsement provides significant conservative media backing for a proposal that would represent one of the most unusual territorial transactions in modern history, testing both international relations and the consistency of "America First" foreign policy principles.
