How Trump Allies Are Linked to Controversial Greenland Oil Drilling Plan
Summary
The government of Greenland has warned a U.S. oil company, Greenland Energy, for sending drilling equipment without permission. The company has ties to people connected to President Donald Trump, who has expressed interest in Greenland’s natural resources and has considered acquiring the territory for the U.S.Key Facts
- Greenland Energy began shipping oil drilling equipment to Greenland in late July without official approval.
- Greenland’s Mineral Resources Authority told the company they must get permission before moving equipment or drilling.
- Greenland Energy plans to start drilling with only one well instead of two as a more cautious approach.
- The company has partnerships with individuals linked to President Trump, including a hedge fund manager who donated to Trump’s inauguration.
- Carol Craig, on Greenland Energy’s board, leads a defense firm involved in a missile defense system project supported by President Trump.
- Greenland Energy’s chairman, Larry Swets, has indirect connections to Trump supporters, though he denies close ties to the president.
- TV host Dr. Phil, who has supported Trump in the past, is hosting a documentary about the Greenland drilling project.
- President Trump has expressed a strong desire to buy Greenland and control its natural resources for U.S. national security.
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