Greenland-Themed American Flag Cake Served at Republican Gathering
At a notable gathering in Washington D.C., Republican lawmakers were treated to a distinctive dessert: a cake meticulously shaped like Greenland and adorned with an American flag frosting. This culinary creation was presented during an event hosted by Republicans for National Renewal, a right-wing organisation actively advocating for President Donald Trump to pursue an unconstitutional third term in office.
Event Highlights and Controversial Symbolism
The event, held at the prestigious Kennedy Center, featured video footage where the host enthusiastically encouraged attendees to "Come over here, take a picture and cut the cake," referring to the elaborate confection as the potential "51st state." As partygoers congregated around the Stars-and-Stripes-draped dessert, one individual was overheard remarking, "It's gonna be an international incident," while another queried, "Is it like prom?"
Florida Republican Representative Anna Paulina Luna took centre stage to slice the first piece of the cake. She was joined by colleagues including Arizona's Representative Abe Hamadeh and Tennessee's Representative Andy Ogles. The gathering also served to honour Ogles, who received an award for proposing an amendment that would permit the 79-year-old president to seek a third term.
Online Reactions and Political Backdrop
Following the event, Representative Luna shared a photograph of the cake on social media platform X, directly tagging the Danish Prime Minister. This post ignited a flurry of mixed responses online:
- "Greenland never looked so good," one user commented supportively.
- Another added, "Can't wait to play golf at the new Trump golf course in Greenland!"
However, significant criticism also emerged, with one user stating, "You animals are entertained by the dumbest stuff. What is wrong with you? They would allow us to put as many bases there as we wanted. They are allies." Another sceptically noted, "A year ago, you people couldn't even point to Greenland on a map, now y'all want to take it over, for 'Security reasons' lol ok."
This spectacle unfolds against a backdrop where polling indicates minimal American support and virtually no backing from Greenlanders for Trump's ambition to acquire the Arctic island. Recent weeks have witnessed anti-Trump protests erupting across Greenland, with some demonstrators wearing hats bearing the slogan "Make America Go Away."
Trump's Shifting Stance and International Fallout
The Kennedy Center event coincided with President Trump's appearance in Davos, Switzerland, where he appeared to moderate his position on Greenland. During a speech, he asserted, "I don't want to use force. I won't use force," clarifying that the United States seeks "immediate negotiations" to purchase the territory. He mistakenly referred to Greenland as Iceland at one point during his address.
Officials from Denmark and Greenland have consistently maintained that the island is not for sale. Subsequently, Trump announced he would abandon plans to impose tariffs on eight European nations that had opposed his Greenland acquisition push, citing that American and NATO representatives had "formed the framework of a future deal with respect to Greenland and, in fact, the entire Arctic Region."
Broader Geopolitical Implications
These developments are perceived by some as a concession to America's NATO allies, who have vehemently objected to Trump's expansionist ambitions, warning of potential erosion to the longstanding alliance. Nevertheless, many world leaders believe considerable damage has already been inflicted.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, speaking at Davos, indicated that the existing global order had fractured and required replacement. He urged smaller nations to unite in self-defence against aggressive superpowers, remarking, "Middle powers must act together because if you are not at the table, you are on the menu." In Washington D.C., amidst the cake-cutting ceremony, these words were interpreted in a strikingly literal sense.
