President Donald Trump criticized media coverage in Minnesota, saying too much attention is on ICE operations and not enough on alleged corruption and taxpayer fraud by state officials. On Truth Social, he argued that ICE is removing dangerous criminals allowed into the U.S. under federal policies, while Minnesota politicians are allegedly mismanaging or stealing billions in public funds. Trump cited investigations into fraud in programs … Continue reading Trump says media focuses too much on Minnesota ICE coverage, not enough on corruption allegations

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado said after meeting President Trump that Venezuela will eventually hold “free and fair” elections, but emphasized that dismantling the country’s repression apparatus must come first. Machado did not give a timeline for the transitional government, led in part by former Vice President Delcy Rodríguez, but stressed that security, rule of law, and the release of political prisoners are prerequisites … Continue reading Venezuelan opposition leader says country will hold ‘free and fair’ elections ‘eventually’

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro claims in his forthcoming memoir that during vetting for Vice President Kamala Harris’ 2024 running mate, he was asked if he had ever been an agent of Israel, a question he found offensive, ABC News confirmed. According to excerpts, Shapiro, who is Jewish and outspoken about his support for Israel, was also asked if he had spoken with undercover Israeli agents … Continue reading Gov. Josh Shapiro alleges that Kamala Harris’ team asked if he had ever been an Israeli agent

European leaders are cautiously managing tensions with the U.S. after President Donald Trump threatened tariffs on several EU countries, the U.K., and Norway over their opposition to a potential Greenland sale. Ahead of Trump’s speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, EU diplomats and officials are seeking a diplomatic solution to avoid further straining transatlantic relations. While some European voices support using the EU’s … Continue reading EU clings to hope it can defuse Trump at Davos

The Kremlin said Russian President Vladimir Putin has received an invitation to join the U.S.-led “Board of Peace” for Gaza and is reviewing the proposal. The board, created by President Donald Trump, aims to oversee the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and Gaza’s reconstruction. Several countries have confirmed invitations, though reports say permanent membership may require a $1 billion payment. Putin’s potential inclusion has drawn attention given Russia’s … Continue reading Putin invited to join Trump’s ‘Board of Peace,’ Kremlin says

French President Emmanuel Macron plans to ask the EU to activate its trade “bazooka,” the Anti-Coercion Instrument, in response to President Trump’s tariff threats over Greenland. The mechanism allows the EU to impose punitive trade measures—including restrictions on investment, public procurement, and intellectual property—against countries that attempt to coerce the bloc. Macron emphasized that Europe will respond in a united, coordinated way to defend its … Continue reading Macron to urge EU to use trade ‘bazooka’ in response to Trump’s tariffs

Republican Rep. Michael McCaul warned that any U.S. military intervention to seize Greenland would put America at odds with its NATO allies and could effectively end the alliance. McCaul, speaking on This Week, acknowledged Greenland’s strategic importance but said the U.S. already has full military access there under existing treaties, so an invasion isn’t necessary. He said a forced takeover would undermine NATO’s Article 5 … Continue reading GOP Rep. McCaul says a US invasion of Greenland would mean ‘war with NATO itself’

The Trump administration is proposing a $1 billion payment for permanent membership on the newly established Board of Peace, a UN-backed body overseeing the Israel-Hamas ceasefire. President Trump is expected to serve as the board’s inaugural chairman, with authority to invite members and approve decisions, while member states would otherwise serve three-year terms. The board’s mandate is to rebuild Gaza, with “virtually every dollar” raised … Continue reading Trump wants nations to pay $1 billion for permanent Board of Peace seats

European leaders pushed back against President Trump’s threat of tariffs over their opposition to his Greenland plans, with Italian leader Giorgia Meloni calling it a “mistake.” Trump threatened 10–25% tariffs on goods from eight European countries unless Greenland is “purchased” by the U.S., escalating tensions over the Arctic island. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron condemned the threat, with Macron urging … Continue reading EU scrambles to avert Trump Greenland tariffs, prepares retaliation

The Justice Department is investigating Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey over an alleged conspiracy to impede federal immigration agents. The probe stems from statements Walz and Frey made criticizing the recent deployment of nearly 3,000 ICE and Border Patrol officers to Minneapolis, following the killing of Renee Good by an ICE officer. Subpoenas are expected, and the investigation focuses on 18 … Continue reading DOJ investigating Gov. Tim Walz, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey over alleged conspiracy to impede immigration agents