‘There is going to be a tragedy’: LA official warns Trump’s Olympics plan could lead to something horrifying She really just called it a Trojan horse. We Got This Covered · Jan 15
Wrap-up: Congress leaves for MLK Day with long January to-do list Lawmakers face a rush after the MLK Jr. holiday to avert another partial government shutdown and respond to developments abroad. Roll Call · Jan 15
Iran protests appear to slow under weight of brutal crackdown At least 2,637 people have been killed in the unrest, with Iranian authorities saying they have ‘no plan’ to execute protesters The Guardian - UK · Jan 15
Senators plot more war powers efforts despite Venezuela setback House Democrats say they will press ahead with additional war powers resolutions aimed at blocking military strikes. Roll Call · Jan 15
What’s next for Gaza as US announces phase two of ceasefire? IN FOCUS: The Trump administration is pushing on with its plan for peace in Gaza, even as key questions remain, writes James C. Reynolds The Independent UK · Jan 15
Greenland minister tearful as she describes ‘intense pressure’ as Trump threatens to take territory Vivian Motzfeldt was one of the foreign ministers who met with US vice-president JD Vance at the White House to discuss the future of the Danish territory The Independent UK · Jan 15
Tortilla, broccoli, ‘a piece of chicken’: US agriculture secretary mocked for ‘money-saving’ meal Brooke Rollins claimed meal featuring tortilla, broccoli, chicken and ‘one other thing’ can cost around $3 The Guardian - US · Jan 15
Republican says he would ‘lean toward’ impeaching Trump if he invades Greenland Just 17 percent of Americans support Trump’s push to acquire Greenland The Independent UK · Jan 15
Trump threatens Insurrection Act for Minnesota The president warned he may deploy the military without state consent. Axios · Jan 15
UN chief attacks world leaders putting cooperation on 'deathwatch' in final annual speech Guterres also used his wide-ranging remarks to urge action against the abuse of artificial intelligence and to call for efforts to fight inequality. Euronews · Jan 15
Trump lays out new framework to address health costs The framework is an acknowledgement the GOP could face blame for health care affordability in the midterms. Axios · Jan 15
Renee Good Was a Casualty of Trump's Order Against 'Political Violence' The administration's written policies make it likely that more people like Renee Good will be targets, and victims, of ICE. Reason · Jan 15
Trump fails to realize that owning Greenland will actually end up costing him and the US more money in the long run Greenland will be a huge financial headache for Donald Trump. We Got This Covered · Jan 15
‘Fearing for his life!’: Trump administration claims self-defense after yet another ICE shooting in Minneapolis Trump is now threatening to deploy troops into Minneapolis. We Got This Covered · Jan 15
Axios · Jan 15 How Trump's Insurrection Act threat raises stakes in Minnesota Trump has flirted with the idea before.
We Got This Covered · Jan 15 The largest US base in the Middle East starts evacuations as Trump’s Iran threats force personnel to flee Something is coming.
Euronews · Jan 15 EU will maintain Arctic cooperation with US, von der Leyen says amid Greenland tensions Amid Donald Trump's threats to seize Greenland, Ursula von der Leyen says the EU will continue working with the US to reinforce Arctic security. At the same time, the European Commission has confirmed that Greenland is "in principle" covered by the bloc's mutual assistance clause.
The Independent UK · Jan 15 Guatemala's balancing act: Navigating US relations in a chaotic world Guatemala President Bernardo Arévalo says his administration has maintained a good relationship with the United States built on shared interests
The Independent UK · Jan 15 Bulletin world briefing: Iran threatens Trump and European troops arrive in Greenland Here are five of the biggest stories from around the world today. Iranian state TV airs footage of ominous threat against President Trump European troops arrive in Greenland after Trump’s latest threat Pipe bombs found detonated near Canberra parks and footpaths Two killed in another crane collapse in Thailand after…
The Texas Tribune · Jan 15 New Texas poll finds Talarico leading Crockett by 9 points in Senate Democratic primary Texas’ Senate Republican primary, meanwhile, looks headed for a runoff. The survey found U.S. Sen. John Cornyn in a dead heat against Attorney General Ken Paxton, with neither eclipsing 30%.
The Guardian - UK · Jan 15 Gulf states and Turkey warned Trump strikes on Iran could lead to major conflict US allies’ lobbying appears to have helped persuade president to hold off for now on military assault
Reason · Jan 15 American Quartz Manufacturers Want To Make Kitchen Countertops Even More Expensive Their trade group filed a petition asking the government to impose quotas and a 50 percent tariff on all imported quartz.
The Guardian - UK · Jan 15 People affected by the US visa freeze: share your experience The Trump administration has paused immigrant visa processing for people from 75 countries. We’re looking to speak to applicants, especially those close to a final decision, about the impact of the suspension
We Got This Covered · Jan 15 The FBI just stormed a Washington Post reporter’s home and put the anonymity of 1,169 sources at grave risk The press isn't safe.
International Business Times UK · Jan 15 Europe Sends Soldiers to Greenland as Trump Reignites Explosive US 'Ownership' Claims European nations have begun deploying troops to Greenland as diplomatic tensions surge after United States President Donald Trump revived controversial claims that the U.S. must control the territory, drawing firm rejection from Denmark and Greenland and raising geopolitical alarm.