Former National Security Advisor John Bolton suggests Donald Trump may want to establish a casino in Greenland's capital city of Nuuk if the U.S. acquires the territory. This speculation emerged during Bolton's recent interview with The Free Press.

Trump has repeatedly expressed interest in acquiring Greenland from Denmark since 2019, recently citing "National Security and Freedom throughout the World" as key motivations. Bolton acknowledges Greenland's strategic importance, noting its vital role in U.S. security since World War II, including the establishment of the Pituffik Space Base (formerly Thule Air Force Base).

During his tenure as National Security Advisor, Bolton explored preliminary options for acquiring Greenland, but efforts stalled due to Trump's public discussions of the matter. Bolton advises that any future negotiations should be conducted privately, warning against antagonizing Danish officials as occurred previously.

Bolton's casino speculation stems from Trump's business background in hospitality and gaming, including properties like the Trump International Hotel Las Vegas. However, when discussing Trump's other territorial aspirations, including reacquiring the Panama Canal and incorporating Canada into the U.S., Bolton remarked, "Well, who knows with Trump what's serious and what's not?"

The former advisor recommends a more diplomatic approach for any future Greenland negotiations, suggesting Trump should "close his mouth" and pursue "private negotiation" rather than public declarations that previously led to diplomatic tensions with Denmark.

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