Three individuals linked to President Trump face accusations from Danish intelligence of running a covert influence operation in Greenland. The New York Times reported that Drew Horn, Thomas Dans, and Chris Cox, who have close ties to the Trump administration, engaged in activities ranging from shuttling between the US and Greenland to stoking secessionist sentiment. Their actions, including organizing high-profile visits and promoting American interests, have drawn scrutiny despite their public nature. Danish authorities summoned the top US diplomat in Copenhagen to protest the alleged campaign, which reportedly involved compiling lists of pro-American Greenlanders and attempting to fuel political division.

While the three men have publicly acknowledged their work promoting American interests in the strategically vital Arctic territory, Danish intelligence agents are reportedly closely monitoring them. Horn, a former Green Beret, is developing a massive data center project reliant on glacial power. Dans, an Arctic adviser, organized Trump's son's visit and recently chaired a federal Arctic research commission. Cox, a Homeland Security council member, has criticized Denmark's treatment of Greenland. Their activities highlight how Trump's inner circle openly leverages proximity to power for lucrative opportunities in Greenland, a territory the President once considered purchasing.

Greenland's strategic importance to the US, underscored by Trump's past interest, makes it fertile ground for such activities. The White House declined to comment on the specific allegations but stated it is working on an 'amazing' agreement with Greenland and NATO. The case raises questions about the boundaries between public advocacy and covert influence in US foreign policy towards the Arctic region.