White House Clarifies: Conquest is for Allies Too
Axios highlights Stephen Miller's blunt declaration that 'no one would fight' the U.S. over seizing Greenland, following a mysterious 'operation' in Venezuela. This bald assertion of might-makes-right echoes a long-standing U.S. foreign policy playbook, often conveniently forgotten by mainstream media when the target isn't a declared adversary. It's the same logic that underpinned countless
interventions, from Latin America to the Middle East, albeit usually framed as 'democracy promotion' or 'stability operations.' Here, the mask slips: 'strength,' 'force,' 'power' are the 'iron laws'— a worldview openly espoused, yet rarely scrutinized for its historical implications on smaller nations, regardless of their NATO membership. This isn't just about Greenland; it's about the implied
message to any nation whose resources or strategic location catches the eye of U.S. exceptionalism. For years, the military-industrial complex has lobbied politicians—OpenSecrets records millions in defense contractor donations to key congressional committees—to ensure a robust appetite for 'security needs' and 'global reach.' When administration officials speak of 'iron laws' and 'strength,' it
directly translates into budget increases and perceived legitimacy for these very interests, conveniently bypassing any inconvenient arguments about international law or allied solidarity.