How a MAGA Influencer With Ties to Russia Became Trump’s Arctic Adviser
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As head of the U.S. Arctic Research Commission, Thomas Dans has backed a takeover of Greenland and other items on President Donald Trump’s list. But it’s not always clear where the administration’s agenda ends and his own begins.
  • Foreign Affairs: Thomas Dans has backed taking over Greenland and advocated reestablishing ties with Russia, where he’s long done business — even sharing pro-Kremlin posts.
  • Business Opportunities: As U.S. Arctic Research Commission chair, Dans has championed a Dutch shipbuilder with which he had a business relationship.
  • Scientific Blowback: Tensions over Greenland flared after Dans, who has no formal scientific background, was appointed. Some Danish researchers said they won’t join the U.S. in research.