A majority of Americans currently oppose Donald Trump’s plan to acquire Greenland. A new Pew Research Centre survey shows that 58% of adults are against the idea. Only 21% of respondents favour the proposal. Meanwhile, 20% of the public remains unsure about the potential deal.
Opposition to the takeover has increased slightly since last year. In March 2025, 54% of Americans were against the move. This growing disapproval highlights a shifting national sentiment.
The Widening Partisan Gap
The survey reveals a significant divide between political parties. Democrats and Democratic-leaning independents almost entirely reject the takeover. About 82% of Democrats oppose the plan. Only 4% of them support the acquisition.
Furthermore, intensity is high among this group. Nearly three-in-four Democrats say they strongly oppose taking over the island. These figures have remained stable over the past several months.
Shifting Views Within the Republican Party
Republicans and Republican-leaning independents hold more divided views. Currently, 41% of Republicans favour the takeover. However, 33% of the party now opposes the plan.
Interestingly, the intensity of support among Republicans is rising. Those who “strongly favour” the deal jumped from 15% to 20%. Simultaneously, the share of undecided Republicans dropped. This suggests that voters are becoming more certain of their opinions.
Framework of a Future Deal
The survey took place between 20 January and 26 January. It included responses from 8,512 U.S. adults. On 21 January, Donald Trump announced a “deal framework” for Greenland.
Trump previously described control of the island as essential for the U.S. However, he has not yet specified how the U.S. would administer the territory.
Q&A: Understanding Public Sentiment on Greenland
Why is there a partisan gap regarding Greenland?
Democrats overwhelmingly view the takeover negatively. Republicans are more divided but show a higher percentage of support for the former president’s goals.
How has opposition changed since March 2025?
General opposition rose from 54% to 58%. This indicates that more Americans are deciding against the idea as time passes.
Are many people still undecided? Yes, about 20% of the total population is unsure. Republicans are twice as likely as Democrats to be undecided.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the current percentage of support for the Greenland deal?
Only 21% of Americans favour the takeover of the island.
When did Donald Trump announce the deal framework?
He announced the framework on 21 January, during the survey period.
How many Democrats support the takeover?
Only 4% of Democrats and Democratic-leaning independents favour the plan.
What was the total sample size for this survey?
The Pew Research Centre surveyed 8,512 U.S. adults for this report.
Is the U.S. definitely going to administer Greenland? The specific details of the administration have not been revealed by the Trump administration.
