Amidst President Donald Trump’s comments about acquiring Greenland, Second Lady Usha Vance plans to visit the country on Thursday with one of her sons and a United States delegation.
Vance will spend Thursday, March 27, to Sunday, March 30, in Greenland to “visit historical sites, learn about Greenlandic heritage, and attend the Avannaata Qimussersu, Greenland’s national dogsled race,” according to a news release from the vice president’s office.
“Ms. Vance and the delegation are excited to witness this monumental race and celebrate Greenlandic culture and unity,” the statement says.
National Security Adviser Mike Waltz and Energy Secretary Chris Wright are also expected to visit the U.S. military base in Greenland for briefings from U.S. personnel, reports say.
The trips follow Trump’s statements about annexing Greenland due to its strategic…
