Second Lady Usha Vance announced her upcoming trip to Greenland, scheduled for March 27, 2025, accompanied by her son and a U.S. delegation. The delegation will visit historical sites, celebrate Greenlandic culture, and attend the Avannaata dimussersu, a national dogsled race. Amid discussions by President Trump regarding U.S. interest in acquiring Greenland for national security, Mrs. Vance's trip highlights an engagement with the territory and its heritage. They will return on March 29, 2025, though the Trump administration has not commented on the visit yet.
On Thursday, March 27, 2025, Second Lady Usha Vance will travel to Greenland with her son and a United States delegation to visit historical sites, learn about Greenlandic heritage, and attend the Avannaata dimussersu.
President Donald Trump has spoken about acquiring the Danish territory since last November's election, stating, 'We need Greenland for national security and even international security.'
The Avannaata dimussersu brings together approximately 37 mushers and 444 dogs in a remarkable display of speed, skill, and teamwork, showcasing the richness of Greenlandic culture.
Trump has claimed ownership of Greenland is crucial to keeping the Arctic free of Russian and Chinese influence, emphasizing the need for its integration with U.S. interests.
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