A U.S. congressional delegation concluded a visit to Denmark this weekend amid rising tensions over Greenland, following President Trump's renewed interest in acquiring the territory. The delegation, comprised of both Democratic and Republican lawmakers, aimed to reassure Danish officials of the U.S.'s commitment to its relationship with Denmark and Greenland.

The trip occurred as President Trump announced via social media his intention to impose a 10% tariff on eight European nations, including Denmark, due to their resistance to his Greenland acquisition plan. Trump stated he would raise the tariff to 25% by June if an agreement to acquire Greenland was not reached.

Sen. Chris Coons, a Democrat from Delaware, and Sen. Lisa Murkowski, a Republican from Alaska, were among the members of the delegation who met with Danish and Greenlandic politicians in Copenhagen. The delegation sought to de-escalate the situation following Trump's public pronouncements.

Denmark and Greenland have been actively lobbying U.S. lawmakers in an effort to counter President Trump's push for the U.S. to take control of Greenland. Greenlandic politicians Pipaluk Lynge and Aaja Chemnitz participated in meetings with the U.S. delegation, underscoring Greenland's interest in maintaining its current status.

The U.S. has a long history of strategic interest in Greenland, particularly due to its geographic location. In 1946, the U.S. offered to buy Greenland from Denmark for $100 million. Greenland is an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark, with Denmark handling its foreign affairs and defense.

The Danish government has consistently stated that Greenland is not for sale. Greenland's own government has also expressed its desire to maintain its current relationship with Denmark.

The congressional delegation's visit aimed to foster dialogue and understanding between the U.S., Denmark, and Greenland. The long-term implications of President Trump's tariff threats and acquisition ambitions remain uncertain.