Trump’s Expanded Monroe Doctrine 2026: From Latin America to Greenland

They've shaken hands, but the fist remains clenched. The Monroe Doctrine, a foundational pillar of U.S. foreign policy, has evolved into an unprecedented level of 'expansionist interventionism' under the Trump administration. What was once a shield against European colonialists has now become a sword for U.S. interests.

The Roots of Trump Monroe Doctrine Policy 2026

U.S. interventionism officially began in 1823 with James Monroe's declaration. It was originally defensive, aimed at keeping European powers out of the Americas. Later, in 1904, Theodore Roosevelt added the 'Roosevelt Corollary,' justifying U.S. police power in Latin America to address 'chronic wrongdoing.'

According to Reuters, Trump hasn't just inherited this legacy; he's supercharged it. By involving himself deeply in the domestic affairs of Latin American nations, he's using intervention as a tool for 'America First.' While critics slam it as a violation of sovereignty, supporters argue it's a necessary move to reclaim American dominance in the Western Hemisphere.

Geopolitical Ambition: The Greenland Question

The most distinctive twist in Trump's strategy is his fixation on Greenland. Just as Roosevelt secured the Panama Canal, Trump views Greenland as a vital asset to counter Russian and Chinese influence in the Arctic. His repeated interest in purchasing the island isn't just a real estate whim—it's the 'New Monroe Doctrine' moving north.