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On the recordJune 12, 2025
Speaking on behalf of the American people, I don't think the American people voted for President Trump because they were hoping we would invade Greenland.
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Martin Smith
Democratic · Washington

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Smith criticized the idea of military plans for Greenland.

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Our constituents are bringing it up. The country is bringing it up. And the White House - sorry - campaign strategy of be quiet and fall in line and let's ignore it simply isn't working right now. Elections are a choice. And in this field, even in the current situation, Joe Biden, far and away the best candidate. But I know in my heart, and my soul and my brain that we can do better and I know what the stakes are.

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