Donald Trump Jr.’s recent trip to Nuuk, Greenland, has drawn significant attention. Reports claim his lunch event included guests who were homeless individuals lured by free food, raising questions about the event’s purpose and planning.

Trump Jr. Hosts Lunch with Unexpected Guests

During his visit, Trump Jr. organized a lunch at the Hotel Hans Egede. About 15 attendees, some wearing MAGA hats, shared a Greenlandic meal of fish and caribou. Trump Jr. called his father, President-elect Donald Trump, during the lunch. Through speakerphone, Trump promised the group, “We’re going to treat you well.”

However, Jørgen Bay-Kastrup, the hotel’s CEO, revealed details about the attendees. He explained that Trump Jr.’s team invited some of the guests off the streets without realizing their backgrounds. Many attendees, he claimed, were homeless individuals unaware of who Trump Jr. was. “These were not regular hotel guests,” Bay-Kastrup stated. “They likely didn’t know their host until after the meal.”

Denials and Mixed Reactions

Trump Jr.’s spokesperson denied these claims, calling them “ridiculous.” Arthur Schwartz, a political ally, dismissed the narrative as absurd. “Trump Jr. was followed by cameras the entire time. No one filmed him inviting homeless people,” he insisted.

Following the event, individuals dressed in MAGA hats handed out $100 bills near a Nuuk supermarket. Residents shared mixed opinions about the gesture. One local, Jacob Nordstrøm, reported that his 11-year-old son returned home with a $100 bill. “I feel shocked that an adult gave money to my son,” he said. Another local found the stunt amusing but stomped on a MAGA hat in protest.

Greenland Resists U.S. Interest

The visit occurred as President Trump reignited his interest in acquiring Greenland. Trump has suggested purchasing the territory, either economically or militarily. Both Greenland and Denmark rejected the idea. Greenland’s prime minister, however, expressed interest in cooperating with the U.S., particularly in the mining sector.

Bay-Kastrup, reflecting Greenland’s stance, stated, “We are not a commodity for sale. Cooperation is welcome, but we are not for trade.”

Questions Linger After Trump Jr.’s Visit

Trump Jr.’s lunch and the subsequent handouts stirred debate in Nuuk. While the event may have sought to foster goodwill, the controversy over the guest list and cash giveaways created unease among locals. These incidents highlight the complexities of U.S.-Greenland relations and the need for a respectful approach moving forward.