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Expansionist Agenda: Trump Eyes Panama Canal, Greenland, and Geographic Renaming

Benita OrumabyBenita Oruma
January 7, 2025
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Expansionist Agenda: Trump Eyes Panama Canal, Greenland, and Geographic Renaming
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In a striking press conference on Monday, President-elect Donald Trump refused to rule out military or economic measures as part of his ambition to regain U.S. control of the Panama Canal and pursue the acquisition of Greenland, which is currently under Danish sovereignty.

When asked whether he would commit to avoiding coercive tactics, Trump candidly responded, “No, I can’t assure you on either of those two. But I can say this: we need them for economic security.” His comments signal a bold expansionist agenda just two weeks ahead of his Jan. 20 inauguration.

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  • Economic Security and Territorial Ambitions
  • A Historic Transition Amid Controversy

Economic Security and Territorial Ambitions

Trump emphasized the strategic importance of both the Panama Canal and Greenland, linking their acquisition to his broader vision of enhancing U.S. economic and national security. The remarks come amidst escalating rhetoric from the president-elect, who has also vowed to impose significant tariffs on neighboring nations Mexico and Canada.

In another controversial proposal, Trump announced plans to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the “Gulf of America.” “It covers a lot of territory,” he remarked. “‘The Gulf of America.’ What a beautiful name.”

This follows his earlier pledge to revert Denali, North America’s highest mountain peak, to its previous name, Mount McKinley. The name change, initiated by former President Barack Obama in recognition of Native American heritage, was met with resistance from some Republicans at the time. While geographic names are typically overseen by the U.S. Board of Geographic Names, presidents have occasionally enacted changes through executive orders.

A Historic Transition Amid Controversy

The press conference marked Trump’s second public appearance since his Nov. 5 election victory. It was held a day after Congress formally certified his win, completing a constitutional formality that had previously been marred by turmoil. The Jan. 6, 2021 certification of President Joe Biden’s victory was disrupted by a violent attack on the Capitol by Trump supporters. This year’s ceremony proceeded under heightened security but without incident.

As Trump prepares to take office, his sweeping statements highlight the unconventional and polarizing nature of his administration’s anticipated policies. Whether these ambitious goals will translate into action remains to be seen, but they have already sparked significant debate about the future direction of U.S. foreign policy and domestic priorities.

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Benita Oruma

Benita Oruma

Benita Oruma is a lawyer in training, a 400 level student in the university of Ibadan. She is a content writer with interest in corporate affairs and the marketplace.

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