Danish election: Exit poll says Frederiksen is on track to win after Trump clash - politico.eu
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Danish Prime Minister Frederiksen appears set to win reelection despite Trump's public pressure over his interest in acquiring Greenland.
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Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen is on track to win reelection according to exit polls released after voting concluded in Denmark's election. Frederiksen had recently clashed with President Trump over his interest in acquiring Greenland, a Danish territory, which became a prominent campaign issue. Her apparent victory suggests Danish voters supported her handling of the geopolitical dispute despite Trump's public pressure. The election outcome will determine Denmark's political direction on issues ranging from immigration to NATO commitments at a moment of heightened U.S.-European tensions. Frederiksen now faces negotiations to form a new government coalition with other parties.
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Frederiksen will negotiate with other parties to form a new government coalition.
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