GOP senators laugh off idea of Trump invading Greenland — but dodge serious questions

WASHINGTON — Republican senators were cracking jokes and outright laughing at President-elect Donald Trump over his suggestions he's open to using military force in Panama and Greenland, as well as his flirtation with making Canada the 51st state.

Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, Sen. Kevin Cramer (R-ND) cracked jokes with a dry wit, saying that he would only want to acquire parts of Canada, particularly the more attractive places.

"Well, I think we're selling ourselves short.