Red baseball caps emblazoned with "Make America Go Away," a parody of former President Donald Trump's "Make America Great Again" slogan, have emerged as a symbol of protest in Denmark and Greenland following the Trump administration's interest in acquiring the Arctic territory. The caps gained traction after the U.S. expressed interest in Greenland, with variations appearing on social media and at public demonstrations, including a protest held in Copenhagen over the weekend.

The hats were created by Jesper Rabe Tonnesen, a vintage clothing store owner in Copenhagen. Initial sales were slow until the Trump administration's pronouncements regarding Greenland gained widespread attention.

Protesters expressed their motivations for donning the satirical headwear. "I want to show my support to Greenland and also show that I don’t like the president of the United States," said Lars Hermansen, a 76-year-old Copenhagen resident who wore one of the caps at Saturday's protest.

The controversy began in 2019 when reports surfaced that then-President Trump was considering purchasing Greenland, an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark. The Danish government rejected the idea, calling it absurd. The incident strained relations between the U.S. and Denmark, a NATO ally.

European governments have largely supported Denmark's position, emphasizing the importance of defending Arctic regions and cautioning against actions that could destabilize the region. Some officials have stated that attempts to undermine Greenland's status could pose a threat to Western security interests.

The incident highlights the strategic importance of Greenland, which is rich in natural resources and occupies a key geographic location. As climate change melts Arctic ice, the region is becoming increasingly accessible, attracting interest from various countries. The United States maintains a military presence in Greenland at Thule Air Base, a strategic early warning radar installation. The future of U.S.-Greenland relations remains uncertain, but the incident underscores the complexities of Arctic geopolitics.