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‘Make America Go Away’ Hats Symbolize Resistance to Trump’s Greenland Plans
People in Denmark and Greenland are protesting against Donald Trump's idea of taking control of Greenland.
They are using special hats that say 'Make America Go Away' to show they don't want this to happen.
These hats were made by a man named Jesper Rabe Tonnesen, and they have become very popular.
Protesters are also holding signs and waving flags to show their support for Greenland and to say no to Trump's plans.
They think it's not fair for the United States to try to take over Greenland, and they want to make sure their voices are heard.
Trump, on the other hand, believes Greenland is important for U.S. security and has threatened tariffs on Denmark if they refuse to sell Greenland.
European governments are supporting Denmark and Greenland, warning that Trump's actions could destabilize the Arctic region.
‘Make America Go Away’ hats have become a symbol of resistance in Denmark and Greenland against Donald Trump's ambitions to seize Greenland.
The hats, created by Copenhagen vintage clothing store owner Jesper Rabe Tonnesen, parody Trump's 'Make America Great Again' slogan.
Protests, including a weekend rally in Copenhagen, have seen increased participation and support for Greenland.
Protesters have used wordplay and humor, such as the original hat phrase 'Nu det NUUK!', to express their defiance.
Demand for the hats has surged, with Tonnesen ordering several thousand more after initial batches sold out.
- Who
- Protesters in Denmark and Greenland, including a 76-year-old Copenhagen resident named Lars Hermansen, and hat creator Jesper Rabe Tonnesen
- What
- Protests and the creation of 'Make America Go Away' hats in response to Donald Trump's threats to seize Greenland
- Where
- Denmark and Greenland, with a specific protest in Copenhagen
- When
- Recent protests, including a weekend rally in Copenhagen, with heightened interest following Trump administration's rhetoric
- Why
- To express defiance against Donald Trump's ambitions to seize Greenland and to show support for Greenland
Pro-Greenland Resistance
Trump Administration
Greenland's Sovereignty
Pro-Greenland Resistance
Protesters and Danes support Greenland's independence and oppose any U.S. takeover.
Trump Administration
Trump administration views Greenland as strategically valuable and necessary for U.S. security.
Military Presence
Pro-Greenland Resistance
Increased U.S. military activity in Greenland is seen as a threat to its sovereignty.
Trump Administration
U.S. justifies military presence as necessary for defense and security in the Arctic region.
Economic Leverage
Pro-Greenland Resistance
Protesters view Trump's tariff threats as bullying and unfair.
Trump Administration
Trump administration uses economic leverage to pressure Denmark into negotiations.
Key facts
- Hat Slogan
- Make America Go Away
- Hat Creator
- Jesper Rabe Tonnesen
- Protest Location
- Copenhagen, Denmark
- Protest Date
- Weekend (specific day not mentioned)
- Original Hat Phrase
- Nu det NUUK!
- Protester's Age
- 76-year-old Lars Hermansen
- Protester's Statement
- I want to show my support to Greenland and also show that I don’t like the president of the United States.
- Trump's Proposed Tariffs
- 10% from February 1, 2026, and 25% from June 1, 2026
- US Military Deployment
- North American Aerospace Defence Command aircraft to Pituffik Space Base
Timeline
Trump's Greenland interest stirs US-Denmark tension.
He appoints Landry envoy, fueling dispute.
Protests erupt, citizens resist Trump's Greenland bid.
Protesters don 'Make America Go Away' hats.
Quotes
Rasmus Jarlov
Danish Member of Parliament from the Conservative People’s Party and former cabinet minister
“It is a big ask for other European countries to stand up to the US. It could cost them a lot of money if this escalates into a trade war or worse. But everyone can see this is not reasonable and that it simply doesn’t make any sense. So we are confident that we have the backing of our European allies and others, including Canada.”
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“We will defend Greenland. If there is an invasion by American troops, it would be a war. And we would be fighting against each other.”
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Mette Frederiksen
Danish Prime Minister
“We are now being threatened by our closest ally.”
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Jens-Frederik Nielsen
Prime Minister of Greenland
“We are working and taking this situation very seriously. We have had good meetings with NATO and its allies, and that all Western countries should be united by respect for national, territorial integrity (and) respect for international law.”
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Sources
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