‘Make America Go Away’: Spoof MAGA Caps Gain Popularity as Denmark Protests Greenland Crisis
A wave of political satire is sweeping Denmark as protesters respond to renewed tensions over Greenland with spoof red caps reading “Make America Go Away,” a pointed twist on former U.S. President Donald Trump’s signature campaign slogan.
The caps have become a symbol of public frustration following reports that Trump has revived interest in asserting U.S. control or influence over Greenland, an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark. While Danish officials have firmly rejected any discussion of sovereignty, the episode has reignited memories of Trump’s 2019 proposal to purchase the Arctic island—an idea that was widely dismissed but never fully forgotten.
Demonstrations have taken place in Copenhagen and other major cities, where protesters carried signs emphasizing Greenland’s right to self-determination and Denmark’s territorial integrity. Images of crowds wearing the spoof MAGA hats have circulated widely on social media, quickly turning the slogan into a viral protest symbol.
“This isn’t just about humor,” said one protest organizer in Copenhagen. “It’s about making clear that Greenland is not a bargaining chip in global power politics.”
Greenland’s strategic importance has grown as melting Arctic ice opens new shipping routes and access to valuable natural resources. The region has also become a focal point for competition between the United States, Russia, and China, adding geopolitical weight to what Danish leaders describe as a settled sovereignty issue.
Denmark’s foreign ministry reiterated this week that Greenland’s status is non-negotiable. “Greenland belongs to the Greenlandic people,” a spokesperson said, emphasizing that any future decisions rest solely with them.
Political analysts say the popularity of the spoof caps reflects broader unease in Europe about unilateral approaches to diplomacy. “Satire has become a powerful tool of protest,” said a European political commentator. “It allows people to express resistance without escalating tensions.”
While the Trump camp has not officially responded to the protests, allies have framed the Greenland discussion as a strategic debate rather than a territorial threat.
For many in Denmark, however, the message is clear. As one protester put it, adjusting a bright red cap emblazoned with the altered slogan: “We’re sending a signal—loud, clear, and peaceful.”
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