Jorgen Boassen: Greenland's Political Outsider with a Pro-Trump Agenda

Jorgen Boassen's staunch support for Donald Trump has made him a controversial figure in Greenland, where he pushes for independence from Denmark and a closer alliance with the U.S., despite facing hostility from locals.

In the eyes of many of his fellow Greenlanders, Jorgen Boassen is considered a traitor to his homeland. Recently, he was assaulted in a Nuuk bar, reflecting the tension surrounding his political beliefs. However, Boassen remains undeterred. "The United States has my back," he asserts, illustrating his belief that Greenland’s future hinges on a robust relationship with the U.S.

At 51, Boassen, once a bricklayer, has evolved into a prominent advocate for President Trump's policies, having campaigned for him in the U.S. and assisted in organizing Donald Trump Jr.’s visit to Greenland earlier this year. His home is adorned with MAGA hats, indicating his loyalty to Trump, who has expressed a desire for U.S. territorial claims over Greenland.

While Boassen's admiration for Trump has made him a polarizing figure domestically, it has also catapulted him into a pivotal role within the Arctic political landscape, a region increasingly under scrutiny for its vast, untapped resources amid global warming.

Seated in his Nuuk apartment, clad in a shirt featuring Trump's likeness, Boassen’s phone buzzes incessantly with inquiries from journalists, filmmakers, and investors looking to harness his influence. He is adamant about advocating for a close security partnership between an independent Greenland and the U.S., differentiating his stance from Trump's more outright territorial ambitions.

Despite the hostility from some of his fellow Greenlanders, Boassen’s efforts to foster greater independence from Denmark and align with America position him as a significant voice in the ongoing debate about Greenland’s future.