“​​We have to have it,” Trump told reporters when asked about his decision to name Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry as special envoy to Greenland. In his own statement about his new role, Landry explicitly stated that his goal is to “make Greenland a part of the U.S.”

The president said Greenland is important for national security reasons, and called Landry a “dealmaker-type guy.”

Mr. Landry, the governor of Louisiana, is a fierce supporter of the president. But his experience in international relations isn’t extensive.

President Trump appointed Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry as a special envoy to Greenland. Landry stated he will remain Louisiana's governor, as the envoy role is a volunteer position. The appointment has drawn criticism from Denmark, which has repeatedly said Greenland is not for sale.

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry has been named by President Donald Trump as the special envoy to Greenland. Here’s what a special envoy is and what the job means.

European countries are railing against President Donald Trump’s decision to tap Republican Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry as U.S. special envoy

Trump named Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry special envoy to Greenland, drawing renewed criticism from both Denmark and Greenland.