Denmark's foreign minister, Lars Løkke Rasmussen, criticized the Trump administration's tone in its criticism of Denmark and Greenland, emphasizing Denmark's commitment to Arctic security and cooperation with the U.S. He highlighted the historical defense agreement between the two nations and Denmark's increased investment in Arctic defense. U.S. Vice President JD Vance, during his visit to Greenland, accused Denmark of underinvesting in the territory's security, prompting backlash from Danish and Greenlandic officials and citizens.