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Trump's Big Moves and Bold Words: A Look at Recent Events

USA, WashingtonWednesday, January 21, 2026
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Seizure of Venezuelan Oil Tanker

  • Motor Vessel Sagitta: U.S. Southern Command seized the tanker.
  • Smooth Operation: No mention of Coast Guard involvement.
  • Pushback: Rep. James Comer rejects Bill Clinton's interview offer, demands official record and Hillary Clinton's testimony.

Market Reactions to Trump's Tariffs

  • Stock Market Dip: S&P 500 fell by 2.1%, largest drop since October.
  • Tech Stocks Hit Hardest: Trump proposes 10% import tax on goods from eight European countries.
  • Global Impact: European markets fell, gold prices rose, long-term Treasury yields increased.

International Diplomacy

  • Russia-U.S. Meetings: Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev meets U.S. envoys in Davos.
  • Focus Areas: Trade, economic cooperation, and Ukraine peace process.
  • Trump's Silence on Panama Canal: No clear answer on plans to retake the canal.

Religion and NATO

  • God's Pride: Trump believes God is proud of his administration's work for religion.
  • NATO and Greenland: Trump suggests a mutually beneficial agreement, shift from previous aggressive stance.
  • Emergency EU Meeting: Macron calls for a meeting to address U.S. tensions; Trump declines.

Davos Address and Board of Peace

  • Accomplishments: Trump to highlight administration's achievements in energy and immigration.
  • Board of Peace: Proposed to replace the U.N., initially for Gaza ceasefire, now expanded to global conflicts.
  • Criticism of U.N.: Trump believes U.N. hasn't been helpful but sees potential.

Foreign Relations and Mental Institutions

  • Relationships with Leaders: Trump claims leaders treat him nicely but are rough otherwise.
  • Mental Institutions: Trump signs executive order to bring back mental institutions, shares personal anecdote.
  • Law Enforcement: Focus on immigration and deporting alleged criminals.

Investigations and Immigration

  • Grand Jury Subpoenas: Federal prosecutors investigate Minnesota officials for obstructing immigration operations.
  • Immigrant Deportations: Trump claims deported immigrants are worse than Hells Angels, then praises the gang.
  • Federal Agency Reforms: Trump boasts about reducing federal payroll and improving jobs for fired workers.

Upcoming Events

  • Davos Trip: Trump heads to Switzerland for the World Economic Forum.
  • Greenland Agenda: European leaders prioritize discussing Trump's assertions about taking over Greenland.
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