President Donald Trump has named his choice to lead the federal reserve,
A decision that could shape interest rates, inflation, and the broader US Economy.
Trump says he will nominate former fed governor Kevin Warsh to replace current chair Jerome Powell, whose term ends in may.
The pick is already moving markets and raising concerns about the future independence of the central bank.

Trump Nominates Ex-fed Governor Kevin Warsh 

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The Trump administration on Friday (Jan 30) approved a fresh round of major arms sales to the Middle East, authorising weapons deals worth a combined $15.6 billion for Israel and Saudi Arabia. The announcements were made late Friday by the US State Department, as tensions across the region continue to rise over the possibility of American military action against Iran.<h2>A $9 billion deal with Saudi Arabia</h2>The largest single package is for Saudi Arabia, which will receive 730 Patriot missiles and associated defence systems in a deal valued at around $9 billion.According to the State Department, the sale “will support the foreign policy and national security objectives of the United States by improving the security of a Major non-NATO Ally that is a force for political stability and economic progress in the Gulf Region”.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-hopefully-we-won-t-have-to-use-it-trump-confirms-very-big-very-powerful-ships-heading-to-iran-1769735829348">‘Hopefully we won’t have to use it’: Trump confirms ‘very big, very powerful ships’ heading to Iran</a>US officials said the new missile systems would help protect Saudi and American forces, as well as regional partners, by improving the kingdom’s "contribution" to an integrated air and missile defence network.<h2>Israel’s $6.67 billion package</h2>The arms sales to Israel are spread across four separate packages, totalling $6.67 billion.The largest component is a $3.8 billion deal for 30 Apache attack helicopters, equipped with advanced targeting systems and rocket launchers. Another $1.98 billion will go toward 3,250 light tactical vehicles, designed to transport troops and equipment and extend logistical “lines of communication” for the Israel Defense Forces (IDF).Israel will also spend $740 million on new power systems for armoured personnel carriers that have been in service since 2008. The remaining $150 million covers a smaller purchase of light utility helicopters to supplement existing aircraft.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-what-the-f-ck-are-we-doing-batman-storms-santa-clara-city-council-meeting-to-rage-against-ice-agents-in-super-bowl-1769755218554">'What the f*ck are we doing?': Batman storms Santa Clara city council meeting to rage against ICE, Super Bowl | Watch</a><h2>No shift in the balance, Washington says</h2>In separate statements, the State Department said the new sales would not alter the military balance in the Middle East. Instead, officials argued the packages would “enhance Israel’s capability to meet current and future threats” by improving its ability to defend borders, infrastructure, and population centres.“The United States is committed to the security of Israel,” the department said, adding that “it is vital to U.S. national interests to assist Israel to develop and maintain a strong and ready self-defence capability.”&nbsp;

The Trump administration approved $15.6 billion in new arms sales to the Middle East, including a $9 billion Patriot missile deal with Saudi Arabia and $6.67 billion in weapons for Israel.

The Trump administration on Friday (Jan 30) approved a fresh round of major arms sales to the Middle East, authorising weapons deals worth a combined $15.6 billion for Israel and Saudi Arabia. The announcements were made late Friday by the US State Department, as tensions across the region continue to rise over the possibility of American military action against Iran. A $9 billion deal with Saudi Arabia The largest single package is for Saudi Arabia, which will receive 730 Patriot missiles and associated defence systems in a deal valued at around $9 billion. According to the State Department, the sale “will support the foreign policy and national security objectives of the United States by improving the security of a Major non-NATO Ally that is a force for political stability and economic progress in the Gulf Region”. Also read | ‘Hopefully we won’t have to use it’: Trump confirms ‘very big, very powerful ships’ heading to Iran US officials said the new missile systems would help protect Saudi and American forces, as well as regional partners, by improving the kingdom’s "contribution" to an integrated air and missile defence network. Israel’s $6.67 billion package The arms sales to Israel are spread across four separate packages, totalling $6.67 billion. The largest component is a $3.8 billion deal for 30 Apache attack helicopters, equipped with advanced targeting systems and rocket launchers. Another $1.98 billion will go toward 3,250 light tactical vehicles, designed to transport troops and equipment and extend logistical “lines of communication” for the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). Israel will also spend $740 million on new power systems for armoured personnel carriers that have been in service since 2008. The remaining $150 million covers a smaller purchase of light utility helicopters to supplement existing aircraft. Also read | 'What the f*ck are we doing?': Batman storms Santa Clara city council meeting to rage against ICE, Super Bowl | Watch No shift in the balance, Washington says In separate statements, the State Department said the new sales would not alter the military balance in the Middle East. Instead, officials argued the packages would “enhance Israel’s capability to meet current and future threats” by improving its ability to defend borders, infrastructure, and population centres. “The United States is committed to the security of Israel,” the department said, adding that “it is vital to U.S. national interests to assist Israel to develop and maintain a strong and ready self-defence capability.”

The Trump administration approved $15.6 billion in new arms sales to the Middle East, including a $9 billion Patriot missile deal with Saudi Arabia and $6.67 billion in weapons for Israel.

Patriot missiles to Apache choppers: Trump arms Israel and Saudi with weapons worth $15.6 bn as Iran showdown looms

US President Donald Trump nominated Kevin Warsh on Friday (Jan 30) to be the next Chair of the Federal Reserve. Warsh currently serves as the Shepard Family Distinguished Visiting Fellow in Economics at the Hoover Institution and is a lecturer at the Stanford Graduate School of Business. Having previously served as a Federal Reserve Governor from 2006 to 2011, Warsh is considered closely aligned with Donald Trump’s vision for monetary policy, particularly regarding more aggressive interest rate cuts.&nbsp;"I have known Kevin for a long period of time, and have no doubt that he will go down as one of the GREAT Fed Chairmen, maybe the best," Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform.&nbsp;In his post, Trump listed a detailed portfolio of Warsh's career as he faced criticism over his choice for the next Fed chief. Concerns have emerged regarding the potential politicisation of the Central Bank, with critics fearing that Warsh might tilt monetary policy toward political preferences rather than strictly data-based decisions.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/treason-much-canada-host-of-sikh-separatists-cries-sovereignty-as-alberta-independence-group-meets-trump-officials-1769773340623">Treason much? Canada, host of Sikh separatists, cries ‘sovereignty’ as Alberta independence group meets Trump officials</a>&nbsp;"I am pleased to announce that I am nominating Kevin Warsh to be the CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM. Kevin currently serves as the Shepard Family Distinguished Visiting Fellow in Economics at the Hoover Institution and Lecturer at the Stanford Graduate School of Business. He is a Partner of Stanley Druckenmiller at Duquesne Family Office LLC. Kevin received his A.B. from Stanford University and J.D. from Harvard Law School. He has conducted extensive research in the field of Economics and Finance," Trump wrote.&nbsp;The US President further highlighted Warsh’s past work with the Bank of England, noting: "Kevin issued an Independent Report to the Bank of England proposing reforms in the conduct of Monetary Policy in the United Kingdom. Parliament adopted the Report's recommendations. Kevin Warsh became the youngest Fed Governor ever, at 35, and served as a Member of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System from 2006 until 2011, as the Federal Reserve's Representative to the Group of Twenty (G-20), and as the Board's Emissary to the Emerging and Advanced Economies in Asia."&nbsp;Warsh is no stranger to Washington's power corridors, having previously served as Special Assistant to the President for Economic Policy and Executive Secretary of the White House National Economic Council. His private sector experience includes a tenure with Morgan Stanley &amp; Co. in New York, where he served as Vice President and Executive Director.

US President Donald Trump nominated Kevin Warsh to be the next US central bank chief.

US President Donald Trump nominated Kevin Warsh on Friday (Jan 30) to be the next Chair of the Federal Reserve. Warsh currently serves as the Shepard Family Distinguished Visiting Fellow in Economics at the Hoover Institution and is a lecturer at the Stanford Graduate School of Business. Having previously served as a Federal Reserve Governor from 2006 to 2011, Warsh is considered closely aligned with Donald Trump’s vision for monetary policy, particularly regarding more aggressive interest rate cuts. "I have known Kevin for a long period of time, and have no doubt that he will go down as one of the GREAT Fed Chairmen, maybe the best," Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform. In his post, Trump listed a detailed portfolio of Warsh's career as he faced criticism over his choice for the next Fed chief. Concerns have emerged regarding the potential politicisation of the Central Bank, with critics fearing that Warsh might tilt monetary policy toward political preferences rather than strictly data-based decisions. Also Read: Treason much? Canada, host of Sikh separatists, cries ‘sovereignty’ as Alberta independence group meets Trump officials "I am pleased to announce that I am nominating Kevin Warsh to be the CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM. Kevin currently serves as the Shepard Family Distinguished Visiting Fellow in Economics at the Hoover Institution and Lecturer at the Stanford Graduate School of Business. He is a Partner of Stanley Druckenmiller at Duquesne Family Office LLC. Kevin received his A.B. from Stanford University and J.D. from Harvard Law School. He has conducted extensive research in the field of Economics and Finance," Trump wrote. The US President further highlighted Warsh’s past work with the Bank of England, noting: "Kevin issued an Independent Report to the Bank of England proposing reforms in the conduct of Monetary Policy in the United Kingdom. Parliament adopted the Report's recommendations. Kevin Warsh became the youngest Fed Governor ever, at 35, and served as a Member of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System from 2006 until 2011, as the Federal Reserve's Representative to the Group of Twenty (G-20), and as the Board's Emissary to the Emerging and Advanced Economies in Asia." Warsh is no stranger to Washington's power corridors, having previously served as Special Assistant to the President for Economic Policy and Executive Secretary of the White House National Economic Council. His private sector experience includes a tenure with Morgan Stanley & Co. in New York, where he served as Vice President and Executive Director.

Warsh is considered closely aligned with Donald Trump’s vision for monetary policy, particularly regarding more aggressive interest rate cuts.

US President Trump nominates Kevin Warsh as next Federal Reserve chair

US President Donald Trump on Friday (Jan 30) labelled Alex Pretti, the protestor shot dead by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents last week, an "agitator and perhaps insurrectionist." This comes as an alleged video of Pretti getting into a scuffle with federal agents went viral. The video, as per reports, dates back to just 11 days before the deadly shooting that claimed his life.<h2>What did Trump say about Pretti?</h2>In a post on his Truth Social account, the POTUS labelled 37-year-old Alex Pretti an "agitator" and "insurrectionist" and said that his "stock has gone way down with the just released video of him screaming and spitting in the face of a very calm and under control ICE Officer and then crazily kicking in a new and very expensive government vehicle, so hard and violent, in fact, that the taillight broke off in pieces."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/alex-pretti-s-killers-placed-on-administrative-leave-as-trump-seeks-to-calm-minnesota-backlash-1769653567829">Alex Pretti's killers placed on administrative leave as Trump seeks to calm Minnesota backlash</a>Calling Pretti's actions in the January 13 altercation video "quite a display of abuse and anger, for all to see, crazed and out of control," Trump added that the ICE officer remained "calm and cool". "Not an easy thing to be under those circumstances," he added.

<h2>What did the Pretti video show?</h2>The video that surfaced on Wednesday (Jan 28) shows Alex Pretti hurling an expletive at federal officers and grappling with them. In the video, he can be seen forcefully dragged to the ground by federal immigration agents after kicking out the taillight of their vehicle amid a Minneapolis protest 11 days before he was shot dead by Border Patrol officers.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-video-show-alex-pretti-spitting-on-federal-agents-kicking-their-vehicle-in-minneapolis-days-before-his-death-1769682129949">New video show Alex Pretti spitting on federal agents, kicking their vehicle in Minneapolis days before his death</a>In the video, Pretti can be seen with a handgun tucked in his waistband. However, the footage does not show Pretti attempting to reach for the weapon, and it remains unclear whether the federal agents noticed the gun.You can see the video here:&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">MUST WATCH: Footage of an a man who looks like Alex Pretti with a gun in his waistband, spitting on and attacking federal law enforcement officers and kicking the tail light of their vehicle on January 13. Bombshell report from the BBC. Important context: Pretti was not a… <a href="https://t.co/snzEO8rU8w">pic.twitter.com/snzEO8rU8w</a>&mdash; Steve Guest (@SteveGuest) <a href="https://twitter.com/SteveGuest/status/2016610715075809552?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 28, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Pretti, an intensive care nurse at the Minneapolis VA Medical Centre was shot and killed by federal agents on Saturday (Jan 24). The two federal agents who fatally shot Alex Pretti in Minneapolis have been placed on administrative leave, the Department of Homeland Security said on Wednesday (Jan 28). DHS stressed that the move is standard procedure in cases involving fatal shootings by federal officers.

Donald Trump called slain protester Alex Pretti an “agitator” and “insurrectionist” after a viral video showed him clashing with ICE agents days before his death. Pretti was shot by federal officers last week, who are now on administrative leave.

US President Donald Trump on Friday (Jan 30) labelled Alex Pretti, the protestor shot dead by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents last week, an "agitator and perhaps insurrectionist." This comes as an alleged video of Pretti getting into a scuffle with federal agents went viral. The video, as per reports, dates back to just 11 days before the deadly shooting that claimed his life. What did Trump say about Pretti? In a post on his Truth Social account, the POTUS labelled 37-year-old Alex Pretti an "agitator" and "insurrectionist" and said that his "stock has gone way down with the just released video of him screaming and spitting in the face of a very calm and under control ICE Officer and then crazily kicking in a new and very expensive government vehicle, so hard and violent, in fact, that the taillight broke off in pieces." Also read | Alex Pretti's killers placed on administrative leave as Trump seeks to calm Minnesota backlash Calling Pretti's actions in the January 13 altercation video "quite a display of abuse and anger, for all to see, crazed and out of control," Trump added that the ICE officer remained "calm and cool". "Not an easy thing to be under those circumstances," he added.

Donald Trump called slain protester Alex Pretti an “agitator” and “insurrectionist” after a viral video showed him clashing with ICE agents days before his death. Pretti was shot by federal officers last week, who are now on administrative leave.

Trump brands dead ICE protester Alex Pretti an ‘agitator’ and ‘insurrectionist’ over viral video

President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump walked the red carpet with several famous friends ahead of the world premiere of the new documentary "Melania" at the Trump Kennedy Center on Thursday.

Inside the Star-Studded Event in Washington, D.C 

Global problems will not be solved by one power "calling the shots" or by splitting the world into rival spheres, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said on Thursday in comments directed at the United States and China.

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US President Donald Trump on Thursday (Jan 29) said he hoped to avoid military action against Iran, but warned that “very big, very powerful ships" were sailing to Iran, even as he revealed plans to have further talks with Tehran on a possible nuclear deal. This comes as Iran, a day earlier, warned the United States that Tehran's armed forces have their "fingers on the trigger" and will respond "like never before" if America launches military strikes. The message came hours after Trump threatened "major destruction" and said a US naval armada was moving toward Iran at speed.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-warns-us-its-forces-have-fingers-on-the-trigger-astrump-threatens-tehran-with-major-destruction-1769650180755">Iran warns US its forces have ‘fingers on the trigger’ as Trump threatens Tehran with 'major destruction'</a><h2>“Hopefully” won't have to use US military might</h2>Speaking to reporters at the premiere of a documentary about his wife, Melania Trump, the POTUS said, “I built (up) the military in my first term, and now we have a group headed out to a place called Iran, and hopefully we won't have to use it.”Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-very-disappointing-trump-s-top-aide-attacks-eu-over-mother-of-all-deals-with-india-1769648927238">‘Very disappointing’: Trump’s top aide attacks EU over ‘Mother of all deals’ with India</a>When asked if he was open to talks with Iran, Trump said: "I have had, and I am planning on it. Yes, we have a lot of very big, very powerful ships sailing to Iran right now, and it would be great if we didn't have to use them."<h2>Trump changing tune on Iran?</h2>In recent days, Trump has intensified tensions with Iran, warning the nation that "time is running out" for Tehran to negotiate a deal regarding its nuclear programme. Writing on Truth Social on Wednesday, Trump had said a "massive Armada" led by the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln was heading toward Iranian waters."It is moving quickly, with great power, enthusiasm, and purpose," he wrote. Comparing the fleet to the one that carried out Operation Absolute Resolve, which ended with the capture of Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro, he added, "Like with Venezuela, it is ready, willing, and able to rapidly fulfil its mission, with speed and violence, if necessary".Trump urged Tehran to abandon its nuclear programme and return to negotiations. "Hopefully Iran will quickly 'Come to the Table' and negotiate a fair and equitable deal – NO NUCLEAR WEAPONS – one that is good for all parties.""Time is running out, it is truly of the essence!" he warned. "As I told Iran once before, MAKE A DEAL! They didn't, and there was 'Operation Midnight Hammer,' a major destruction of Iran. The next attack will be far worse! Don't make that happen again."&nbsp;

Donald Trump said he hopes to avoid military action against Iran but warned that “very big, very powerful ships” are heading toward the country. He confirmed plans for further talks with Tehran on a nuclear deal, saying force remains an option if diplomacy fails.

US President Donald Trump on Thursday (Jan 29) said he hoped to avoid military action against Iran, but warned that “very big, very powerful ships" were sailing to Iran, even as he revealed plans to have further talks with Tehran on a possible nuclear deal. This comes as Iran, a day earlier, warned the United States that Tehran's armed forces have their "fingers on the trigger" and will respond "like never before" if America launches military strikes. The message came hours after Trump threatened "major destruction" and said a US naval armada was moving toward Iran at speed. Also read | Iran warns US its forces have ‘fingers on the trigger’ as Trump threatens Tehran with 'major destruction' “Hopefully” won't have to use US military might Speaking to reporters at the premiere of a documentary about his wife, Melania Trump, the POTUS said, “I built (up) the military in my first term, and now we have a group headed out to a place called Iran, and hopefully we won't have to use it.” Also read | ‘Very disappointing’: Trump’s top aide attacks EU over ‘Mother of all deals’ with India When asked if he was open to talks with Iran, Trump said: "I have had, and I am planning on it. Yes, we have a lot of very big, very powerful ships sailing to Iran right now, and it would be great if we didn't have to use them." Trump changing tune on Iran? In recent days, Trump has intensified tensions with Iran, warning the nation that "time is running out" for Tehran to negotiate a deal regarding its nuclear programme. Writing on Truth Social on Wednesday, Trump had said a "massive Armada" led by the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln was heading toward Iranian waters. "It is moving quickly, with great power, enthusiasm, and purpose," he wrote. Comparing the fleet to the one that carried out Operation Absolute Resolve, which ended with the capture of Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro, he added, "Like with Venezuela, it is ready, willing, and able to rapidly fulfil its mission, with speed and violence, if necessary". Trump urged Tehran to abandon its nuclear programme and return to negotiations. "Hopefully Iran will quickly 'Come to the Table' and negotiate a fair and equitable deal – NO NUCLEAR WEAPONS – one that is good for all parties." "Time is running out, it is truly of the essence!" he warned. "As I told Iran once before, MAKE A DEAL! They didn't, and there was 'Operation Midnight Hammer,' a major destruction of Iran. The next attack will be far worse! Don't make that happen again."

Donald Trump said he hopes to avoid military action against Iran but warned that “very big, very powerful ships” are heading toward the country. He confirmed plans for further talks with Tehran on a nuclear deal, saying force remains an option if diplomacy fails.

‘Hopefully we won’t have to use it’: Trump confirms ‘very big, very powerful ships’ heading to Iran

US President Donald Trump slammed Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Thursday, accusing him of delaying interest rate cuts and hurting the US economy, national security and global competitiveness after the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) decided to keep interest rates unchanged. In a post on his social platform Truth Social, Trump said Powell kept rates unchanged even though there was no reason to keep them high, adding that this decision is hurting US national security.“Jerome ‘Too Late’ Powell again refused to cut interest rates, even though he has absolutely no reason to keep them so high,” Trump wrote. “He is hurting our Country, and its National Security.”&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-we-are-on-same-page-shashi-tharoor-rahul-gandhi-put-up-united-front-amid-rift-rumours-1769696703001">‘We are on same page’: Shashi Tharoor, Rahul Gandhi put up united front amid rift rumours</a><h2>‘He is costing America hundreds of billions of dollar a year’</h2>&nbsp;“He is costing America Hundreds of Billions of Dollar a year in totally unnecessary and uncalled for INTEREST EXPENSE,” Trump said.&nbsp;He added that the US should have a substantially lower rate, noting that now even Powell believes that inflation is not a problem or threat any more.On Wednesday, the Fed decided to keep the key borrowing rate unchanged, maintaining the federal funds rate in the 3.5% to 3.75% range, in line with market expectations.“Available indicators suggest that economic activity has been expanding at a solid pace. Job gains have remained low, and the unemployment rate has shown some signs of stabilization. Inflation remains somewhat elevated,” the FOMC said in its announcement.The Fed cut rates by 25 bps at each of the previous three FOMC meetings, ending 2025 with a cumulative reduction of 75 bps.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/economic-survey-flags-rising-digital-addiction-among-kids-youth-in-india-will-govt-put-curbs-1769688736105">Economic Survey flags rising digital addiction among kids, youth in India. Will govt put curbs?</a><h2>‘US should be paying the lowest interest rate in world’</h2>&nbsp;Trump said the US should be paying the lowest interest rate in the world.Trump also linked interest rate policy with his tariff strategy, saying tariffs have resulted in vast amounts of money flowing into the US. On that basis, he said America should be able to borrow at cheaper rates than any other country.He claimed that many countries benefiting from low interest rates were able to do so only because of the US economy’s strength, and that a tougher trade stance could force them to “go back to making money the old-fashioned way”.Trump ended his post with a renewed demand for aggressive action by the central bank.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/gold-surges-past-5-500-silver-tops-120-amid-iran-tensions-us-fed-pause-and-weakening-dollar-1769682949030">Gold surges past $5,500, silver tops $120 amid Iran tensions, US Fed pause and weakening dollar</a>&nbsp;“The Fed should substantially lower interest rates, NOW!” he wrote.&nbsp;The next Fed policy meeting is scheduled for March 17–18.

On Wednesday, the Fed decided to keep the key borrowing rate unchanged, maintaining the federal funds rate in the 3.5% to 3.75% range, in line with market expectations. The Fed cut rates by 25 bps at each of the previous three FOMC meetings, ending 2025 with a cumulative reduction of 75 bps.

US President Donald Trump slammed Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Thursday, accusing him of delaying interest rate cuts and hurting the US economy, national security and global competitiveness after the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) decided to keep interest rates unchanged. In a post on his social platform Truth Social, Trump said Powell kept rates unchanged even though there was no reason to keep them high, adding that this decision is hurting US national security. “Jerome ‘Too Late’ Powell again refused to cut interest rates, even though he has absolutely no reason to keep them so high,” Trump wrote. “He is hurting our Country, and its National Security.”

On Wednesday, the Fed decided to keep the key borrowing rate unchanged, maintaining the federal funds rate in the 3.5% to 3.75% range, in line with market expectations. The Fed cut rates by 25 bps at each of the previous three FOMC meetings, ending 2025 with a cumulative reduction of 75 bps.

Trump slams Powell, says ‘unnecessary’ high interest rates hurting economy, national security

Stephen Miller, the architect of Donald Trump’s hardline immigration crackdown, reportedly clashed with Kristi Noem over immigration policy and enforcement strategies. The confrontation highlights deep divisions within conservative leadership on how far and how fast immigration restrictions should go.

 Donald Trump's Architect of Immigration Crackdown Stephen Miller Clashes With Kristi Noem

The federal reserve hit a pause on rates on Wednesday after cutting rates for three straight meetings late last year. Fed chair Jerome Powell says inflation is still too high to declare victory, even as the U.S. Economy continues to show surprising strength heading into 2026.


FED Hits Pause on Rates as Inflation Lingers

When several celebrities are bashing US President Donald Trump amid ICE raids and the death of two individuals, Renee Good and Alex Pretti, pop star Nicki Minaj has made it clear that she's on Trump's side.&nbsp;Holding Trump’s hand, the hip-hop superstar told the audience at an event that she’s “probably the president’s No. 1 fan.”<h2>Nicki Minaj holds Donald Trump’s hand, says ‘god is protecting him’</h2>On Wednesday (28 Jan), during her appearance at the Accounts Summit, she fan-girled over Trump, declaring herself, “probably the president’s No. 1 fan.”&nbsp;Holding the hands of Trump at the event, Minaj, in her speech, said how he has been ‘’bullied and smeared'' as she spoke about her support for Trump.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/bruce-springsteen-slams-ice-in-new-protest-song-calls-out-king-trump-s-private-army-1769656977015">Bruce Springsteen slams ICE in new song, calls out King Trump’s private army</a>&nbsp;“Well, I don’t know what to say. but I will say that I am probably the president’s no. 1 fan. And that’s not&nbsp;going to change,'' she said.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Nicki Minaj: &quot;I am probably the president&#39;s number one fan&quot; <a href="https://t.co/fwgLuxwyfQ">pic.twitter.com/fwgLuxwyfQ</a>&mdash; Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) <a href="https://twitter.com/atrupar/status/2016552402887856646?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 28, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Saying that she's not going to get affected by the hate and what people have to say, Nicki continued, ''And the hate with what people have to say, it does not affect me, at all,” she continued. “It actually motivates me to support him more. And it’s gonna motivate all of us to support him more. We’re not going to let them get away with bullying him. The smear campaigns, it’s not going to work. He has a lot of force behind him, and God is protecting him. Amen?”&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/ted-lasso-season-4-release-announced-jason-sudeikis-is-back-to-take-up-new-challenge-check-first-look-photos-1769656142403">Jason Sudeikis' Ted Lasso season 4 release announced: Check first look photos</a>&nbsp;Walking up to the stage wearing a yellow dress with a white fur coat, Nicki was welcomed by Trump, and they had a brief conversation before he guided her to the podium for her speech.&nbsp;Later, the ‘’Super Bass'' rapper shared a video on her X handle featuring her and Trump, calling him the best president. In return, he called her the queen of rap.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://t.co/gBCcOxZIIA">pic.twitter.com/gBCcOxZIIA</a>&mdash; Nicki Minaj (@NICKIMINAJ) <a href="https://twitter.com/NICKIMINAJ/status/2016651703236362620?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 28, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Nicki Minaj’s Trump praise shocks the Internet</h2>Promoting the Trump Accounts Summit and encouraging Americans to invest in the newly launched program, she gave a speech that surprised netizens, who expressed shock at her words amid the serious ICE crackdown.&nbsp;Some netizens were quick to say that it's time to boycott and unfollow her.&nbsp;&nbsp;One user wrote,''You’re selling your people out Meeting with an oppressor.''

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Trump&#39;s ICE wouldn&#39;t hesitate to deport her if they ran into her on the streets.&mdash; In Gard We Trust (@MadisonMessiah) <a href="https://twitter.com/MadisonMessiah/status/2016557628088824192?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 28, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">“Probably the president’s #1 fan” is such a weird flex. I miss when artists sold music, not political loyalty like it’s merch. Anyway—what’s the return policy on cringe?&mdash; S. Blackwood | Briefs (@BlackwoodBrief) <a href="https://twitter.com/BlackwoodBrief/status/2016561429130756104?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 28, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Another user wrote,''She’s campaigning hard for that pardon.''&nbsp;Third user wrote,''Trump's ICE wouldn't hesitate to deport her if they ran into her on the streets.''&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The delay when she&#39;s trying to read the teleprompter is absolutely diabolical&mdash; Bill the Beaver 🇨🇦 (@TrueNorthStr0ng) <a href="https://twitter.com/TrueNorthStr0ng/status/2016556069707718718?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 28, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Nicki Minaj and Donald Trump were hand-in-hand at the Accounts Summit in Washington DC. Giving a speech, she called herself the president's biggest fan, saying how he has been bullied.

When several celebrities are bashing US President Donald Trump amid ICE raids and the death of two individuals, Renee Good and Alex Pretti, pop star Nicki Minaj has made it clear that she's on Trump's side. Holding Trump’s hand, the hip-hop superstar told the audience at an event that she’s “probably the president’s No. 1 fan.” Nicki Minaj holds Donald Trump’s hand, says ‘god is protecting him’ On Wednesday (28 Jan), during her appearance at the Accounts Summit, she fan-girled over Trump, declaring herself, “probably the president’s No. 1 fan.” Holding the hands of Trump at the event, Minaj, in her speech, said how he has been ‘’bullied and smeared'' as she spoke about her support for Trump. Also read: Bruce Springsteen slams ICE in new song, calls out King Trump’s private army “Well, I don’t know what to say. but I will say that I am probably the president’s no. 1 fan. And that’s not going to change,'' she said.

Nicki Minaj and Donald Trump were hand-in-hand at the Accounts Summit in Washington DC. Giving a speech, she called herself the president's biggest fan, saying how he has been, ‘’bullied.''

Nicki Minaj holds Donald Trump's hands, calls herself his, 'No. 1 fan’, netizens react in shock

US President Donald Trump has escalated tensions with Iran, warning that a “massive armada” is 
En-route to the country and urging Tehran to “come to the negotiating table” for a nuclear deal.

 US Warships Move into West Asia, Trump Issues Stark Warning to Iran 

The two federal agents who fatally shot Alex Pretti in Minneapolis over the weekend have been placed on administrative leave, the Department of Homeland Security said on Wednesday (Jan 28). DHS stressed that the move is standard procedure in cases involving fatal shootings by federal officers. Still, the decision comes as President Donald Trump tries to calm public anger over immigration raids in Minnesota, even as those operations continue.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-warns-us-its-forces-have-fingers-on-the-trigger-astrump-threatens-tehran-with-major-destruction-1769650180755">Iran warns US its forces have ‘fingers on trigger’ amid Trump's military threats</a><h2>Raids continue on the ground</h2>According to reports, on the ground in Minnesota, there are few signs of any real slowdown. Federal immigration raids have continued, including an incident on Tuesday in which agents attempted to enter Ecuador's consulate without a warrant. Attorney General Pam Bondi also announced new arrests of "rioters" who she said were "assaulting federal law enforcement". Trump said earlier this week that he would "de-escalate" the crackdown, but offered no details on what that would actually mean in practice.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">MINNESOTA ARRESTS — I am on the ground in Minneapolis today. Federal agents have arrested 16 Minnesota rioters for allegedly assaulting federal law enforcement — people who have been resisting and impeding our federal law enforcement agents. We expect more arrests to come. I’ve…&mdash; Attorney General Pamela Bondi (@AGPamBondi) <a href="https://twitter.com/AGPamBondi/status/2016585421027754465?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 28, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>The killing that sparked backlash</h2>Pretti, a 37-year-old nurse, was shot and killed by federal agents on Saturday (Jan 24). The incident has followed Trump throughout the week, even as he travelled to Iowa to give campaign-style speeches focused on the economy ahead of November's midterms. A preliminary report from Customs and Border Protection said Pretti was shot while resisting arrest.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-very-disappointing-trump-s-top-aide-attacks-eu-over-mother-of-all-deals-with-india-1769648927238">Very disappointing: Trump aide attacks EU over ‘Mother of all deals’ with India</a>Trump, meanwhile, has tried to hedge his position. He told reporters he did not believe Pretti was an "assassin", a word earlier used by his deputy chief of staff, Stephen Miller. At the same time, Trump blamed Pretti for carrying a gun, even though he was licensed to do so.<h2>‘No Kings’ protest takes shape</h2>A third round of nationwide "No Kings" protests is now being planned for March 28, reports The Guardian. Organisers say the demonstrations are driven by anger over immigration enforcement and the deaths of two US citizens in related incidents in Minnesota. Some estimate turnout could reach 9 million people."This is in large part a response to a combination of heinous attacks on our democracy and communities coming from the regime," said Ezra Levin of the activist group Indivisible. "And a sense that nobody's coming to save us."<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/minneapolis-shooting-minneapolis-on-the-boil-after-fatal-shootings-of-two-citizens-1769595638491/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/minneapolis-shooting-minneapolis-on-the-boil-after-fatal-shootings-of-two-citizens-1769595638491/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;

Two federal agents who killed nurse Alex Pretti in Minneapolis have been placed on administrative leave, which the DHS said was a standard move. The shooting has sparked nationwide protests, with “No Kings” demonstrations planned for March.

The two federal agents who fatally shot Alex Pretti in Minneapolis over the weekend have been placed on administrative leave, the Department of Homeland Security said on Wednesday (Jan 28). DHS stressed that the move is standard procedure in cases involving fatal shootings by federal officers. Still, the decision comes as President Donald Trump tries to calm public anger over immigration raids in Minnesota, even as those operations continue. Also read | Iran warns US its forces have ‘fingers on trigger’ amid Trump's military threats Raids continue on the ground According to reports, on the ground in Minnesota, there are few signs of any real slowdown. Federal immigration raids have continued, including an incident on Tuesday in which agents attempted to enter Ecuador's consulate without a warrant. Attorney General Pam Bondi also announced new arrests of "rioters" who she said were "assaulting federal law enforcement". Trump said earlier this week that he would "de-escalate" the crackdown, but offered no details on what that would actually mean in practice.

Two federal agents who killed nurse Alex Pretti in Minneapolis have been placed on administrative leave, which the DHS said was a standard move. The shooting has sparked nationwide protests, with “No Kings” demonstrations planned for March.

Alex Pretti's killers placed on administrative leave as Trump seeks to calm Minnesota backlash

US President Donald Trump has issued a fresh threat to Iran, warning that a “massive armada” is headed towards the West Asian country and that Tehran should “come to the table” to negotiate a nuclear deal. 

Iran VS US: Trump Warns Iran as US Warships Move to West Asia

The World Economic Forum at Davos has long been a comfort zone for the old colonial powers of Europe, where terms like ‘multilateralism‘, ‘rule-based order’, and ‘shared values’ frequently appear alongside political statements and business opportunities for the powerful and wealthy. Donald Trump’s 2026 Davos intervention was not simply another provocative speech; it sharply embodied a new type of big-power colonialism: transactional, coercive, unapologetic, and free of historical remorse.In doing so, Trump forced Europe to confront an uncomfortable irony: the former colonisers found themselves at the receiving end of a colonial logic they once perfected. Some bold gestures, such as those by the Canadian PM, President Macron, and a few others, along with signs of determination to push back, have toned down Trump’s rhetoric, but his unilateral overdrive is far from over. It prompted Europeans to come together to mitigate the damage to fragile Western Alliance.&nbsp;<h2>The Trump Doctrine at Davos: Power before pretence</h2>&nbsp;Trump’s message was brutally simple. Security follows power, power follows economic strength, and alliances survive only if they serve immediate national interest. Everything else—values, norms, historical sentiment—is negotiable. At Davos, it was applied across a few prominent issues: Greenland, Venezuela, Europe’s security dependence, and Trump’s Board of Peace.Trump did not seek approval. He sought compliance. By openly questioning NATO’s reliability, labelling it “ungrateful”, casting doubt on reciprocal defence commitments, threatening tariffs on allies, and openly floating the idea of acquiring Greenland and reframed U.S. leadership as ownership. The implicit message to Europe was unmistakable: protection is no longer free, and sovereignty is conditional. Unlike their yet-to-be-ratified trade deal, a stronger stance by some European countries/allies like Canada, and more importantly, some internal criticism in the U.S., forced him to tone down his rhetoric.&nbsp;<h2>Greenland: Strategic logic or neo-colonial assertion?&nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;Trump framed Greenland in terms of geography, power projection, Arctic dominance and Golden Dome deployment, downplaying his desire to control its resources, including rare earths and minerals. Greenland straddles emerging Arctic sea lanes, missile trajectories and under‑ice submarine routes, and in his view is too strategic to be left to a weak Denmark or a divided NATO in Trump’s view.He cast it as part of North America’s security ecosystem, claiming a U.S. right to determine its future—classic imperial logic cloaked in security necessity, overriding sovereignty and enforced through economic coercion rather than diplomacy. Europeans, long complicit in similar U.S. adventures like Iraq, understand this logic but were shaken by his removal of the polite diplomatic language that once masked such interventions. Their resistance, including threats to revoke trade deals or sell U.S. bonds, forced him to reverse a planned 10 per cent tariff on eight countries, yet confidence in U.S. reliability remains damaged.&nbsp;Denmark and Greenland remain uneasy, as a verbal understanding between the NATO chief and Trump offers no real sovereignty guarantee, much like Palestinians being excluded from Trump’s expanded “Board for Peace” beyond Gaza. With no written agreement and Trump boasting of total and permanent access to Greenland under a framework deal that bypassed both Greenland and Denmark, his fixation is clearly not over.If current trends continue, the outcome may be an updated 1951 U.S.–Denmark pact granting Washington sovereign control over expanded military bases, more NATO sentries and curbs on non‑NATO mining in Greenland—a middle path between outright U.S. takeover and simple surrender.&nbsp;<h2>Venezuela: A demonstration, not a debate</h2>&nbsp;Trump’s reference to Venezuela at Davos signalled the sad demise of the ‘rule-based order’. By showcasing U.S. military action and regime change as effective tools, Trump reinforced a central theme: America will act unilaterally, decisively, and unapologetically exploit other countries’ resources, without consequences.Venezuela became the proof-of-concept for Trump’s doctrine of coercive statecraft—use force sparingly, but advertise it loudly. For old colonial powers accustomed to operating through multilateral cover and humanitarian rhetoric, Trump’s bluntness was deeply unsettling. He made no attempt to moralise intervention—instead proudly boasted on exploitative outcomes.&nbsp;<h2>Europe’s Dilemma: Strategic Dependence Without Strategic Voice</h2>&nbsp;Europe emerged from Davos exposed. Trump forced into the open what many already knew: Europe’s security is outsourced, its economic leverage diluted, and its political unity fragile.By tying NATO commitments to defence spending and political obedience, he weaponised this dependency. Europe was reminded that it enjoys U.S. security guarantees without the capacity to act independently. The Greenland episode showed how urgently Europe must rebuild autonomous strategic and sovereignty capacity.This moment marked a psychological rupture: Europe looks less like an equal partner and more like a protected territory bargaining with its protector. For former imperial capitals, this reversal is humiliating and destabilising, but it has also spurred resolve. The tougher line taken by some leaders, including talk of FTAs and defence agreements with India and even a “mother of all deals,” signals a clear intent to diversify beyond the U.S. and pursue strategic balancing.&nbsp;<h2>Board for Peace or Trump’s Club!</h2>&nbsp;In Davos, President Trump unveiled the Board of Peace appointing himself President for Life. Except 19 countries, who are on appeasement drive to impress him, other countries stayed away, with few bluntly refusing to join. It was a poor show of bad optics and appeasement, because such a personality based organisation earns no credibility. It’s likely to survive only till Trump is in White House.Despite many actions of President Trump to undermine UN, this board doesn’t have the traction to replace UN. No G7 country or any major power has joined so far and may not join it, as it presupposes subordination to Donald Trump, who has allotted himself over-riding powers and boasting of overstated claims for peace.&nbsp;<h2>China and Russia: Reading the signals carefully</h2>&nbsp;Trump’s 2026 Davos speech, when seen in the context of his National Security Strategy, framed China and Russia in the context of Arctic security and great-power rivalry.For China, Trump’s Davos posture confirms a hardened containment mindset. Greenland is less about Denmark and more about denying China Arctic access, infrastructure footholds, and future influence over polar trade routes, to which even other NATO members are complicit. It also encourages China to exercise similar unilateralism in Indo-Pacific on the pretext of its security. China, as well as some members of the EU, view it as a justification for diverting their trade from the US to each other.Russia, meanwhile, sees both opportunity and risk. Trump’s scepticism of alliances weakens NATO cohesion, favouring it, but his emphasis on raw power and spheres of influence clashes with Moscow’s area of influence in Arctic. The Venezuela-style demonstrations also signal that the U.S. retains escalation dominance when it chooses to use it on Russian partners like Syria and Iran.&nbsp;<h2>India: Strategic autonomy vindicated</h2>&nbsp;For India, Trump’s Davos stance vindicates its strategy of strategic autonomy and multilateral engagement amid Trump‑era unpredictability, transactional diplomacy, economic weaponisation, and unilateralism.India must treat Trump 2.0 as a lasting pattern of economic pressure, tariff diplomacy, and power‑centric geopolitics, engaging the US without over‑reliance, managing China without provocation, and keeping Russia ties stable.Trump’s idea of economic security as national security, and his readiness to override partners, warns India to pursue self‑reliance, diversify trade, and stand up to him where national interests demand. Joining Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ is not in India’s interest; it can be left under study indefinitely to remain diplomatically correct.&nbsp;<h2>Conclusion</h2>&nbsp;At Davos 2026, Trump openly declared that sovereignty is elastic, alliances are transactional, and morality follows power. Europe’s former colonisers are unsettled because Trump now uses against them the language they once used abroad with American support, yet episodes like the Greenland U‑turn and the reversal of his 10 per cent tariff threat show that coordinated European pushback and united retaliation can blunt his coercive unilateralism. It vindicated India’s strategy of autonomy and multilateralism against unjustified tariffs.&nbsp;Davos revealed a fractured order where the new big coloniser seeks leverage, not legitimacy, and it set a precedent for China and Russia to exercise similar unilateralism in renewed great‑power rivalry.&nbsp;So long as an updated Monroe‑style “Donroe Doctrine” shapes the American strategic psyche, (could go beyond Trump’s presidency) other states must build options that let them look—and act—beyond, and without, the United States.&nbsp;(Disclaimer: The views of the writer do not represent the views of WION or ZMCL. Nor does WION or ZMCL endorse the views of the writer.)&nbsp;&nbsp;

US President Donald Trump’s message was brutally simple. Security follows power, power follows economic strength, and alliances survive only if they serve immediate national interest. Everything else—values, norms, historical sentiment—is negotiable.

The World Economic Forum at Davos has long been a comfort zone for the old colonial powers of Europe, where terms like ‘multilateralism‘, ‘rule-based order’, and ‘shared values’ frequently appear alongside political statements and business opportunities for the powerful and wealthy. Donald Trump’s 2026 Davos intervention was not simply another provocative speech; it sharply embodied a new type of big-power colonialism: transactional, coercive, unapologetic, and free of historical remorse. In doing so, Trump forced Europe to confront an uncomfortable irony: the former colonisers found themselves at the receiving end of a colonial logic they once perfected. Some bold gestures, such as those by the Canadian PM, President Macron, and a few others, along with signs of determination to push back, have toned down Trump’s rhetoric, but his unilateral overdrive is far from over. It prompted Europeans to come together to mitigate the damage to fragile Western Alliance. The Trump Doctrine at Davos: Power before pretence Trump’s message was brutally simple. Security follows power, power follows economic strength, and alliances survive only if they serve immediate national interest. Everything else—values, norms, historical sentiment—is negotiable. At Davos, it was applied across a few prominent issues: Greenland, Venezuela, Europe’s security dependence, and Trump’s Board of Peace. Trump did not seek approval. He sought compliance. By openly questioning NATO’s reliability, labelling it “ungrateful”, casting doubt on reciprocal defence commitments, threatening tariffs on allies, and openly floating the idea of acquiring Greenland and reframed U.S. leadership as ownership. The implicit message to Europe was unmistakable: protection is no longer free, and sovereignty is conditional. Unlike their yet-to-be-ratified trade deal, a stronger stance by some European countries/allies like Canada, and more importantly, some internal criticism in the U.S., forced him to tone down his rhetoric. Greenland: Strategic logic or neo-colonial assertion? Trump framed Greenland in terms of geography, power projection, Arctic dominance and Golden Dome deployment, downplaying his desire to control its resources, including rare earths and minerals. Greenland straddles emerging Arctic sea lanes, missile trajectories and under‑ice submarine routes, and in his view is too strategic to be left to a weak Denmark or a divided NATO in Trump’s view. He cast it as part of North America’s security ecosystem, claiming a U.S. right to determine its future—classic imperial logic cloaked in security necessity, overriding sovereignty and enforced through economic coercion rather than diplomacy. Europeans, long complicit in similar U.S. adventures like Iraq, understand this logic but were shaken by his removal of the polite diplomatic language that once masked such interventions. Their resistance, including threats to revoke trade deals or sell U.S. bonds, forced him to reverse a planned 10 per cent tariff on eight countries, yet confidence in U.S. reliability remains damaged. Denmark and Greenland remain uneasy, as a verbal understanding between the NATO chief and Trump offers no real sovereignty guarantee, much like Palestinians being excluded from Trump’s expanded “Board for Peace” beyond Gaza. With no written agreement and Trump boasting of total and permanent access to Greenland under a framework deal that bypassed both Greenland and Denmark, his fixation is clearly not over. If current trends continue, the outcome may be an updated 1951 U.S.–Denmark pact granting Washington sovereign control over expanded military bases, more NATO sentries and curbs on non‑NATO mining in Greenland—a middle path between outright U.S. takeover and simple surrender. Venezuela: A demonstration, not a debate Trump’s reference to Venezuela at Davos signalled the sad demise of the ‘rule-based order’. By showcasing U.S. military action and regime change as effective tools, Trump reinforced a central theme: America will act unilaterally, decisively, and unapologetically exploit other countries’ resources, without consequences. Venezuela became the proof-of-concept for Trump’s doctrine of coercive statecraft—use force sparingly, but advertise it loudly. For old colonial powers accustomed to operating through multilateral cover and humanitarian rhetoric, Trump’s bluntness was deeply unsettling. He made no attempt to moralise intervention—instead proudly boasted on exploitative outcomes. Europe’s Dilemma: Strategic Dependence Without Strategic Voice Europe emerged from Davos exposed. Trump forced into the open what many already knew: Europe’s security is outsourced, its economic leverage diluted, and its political unity fragile. By tying NATO commitments to defence spending and political obedience, he weaponised this dependency. Europe was reminded that it enjoys U.S. security guarantees without the capacity to act independently. The Greenland episode showed how urgently Europe must rebuild autonomous strategic and sovereignty capacity. This moment marked a psychological rupture: Europe looks less like an equal partner and more like a protected territory bargaining with its protector. For former imperial capitals, this reversal is humiliating and destabilising, but it has also spurred resolve. The tougher line taken by some leaders, including talk of FTAs and defence agreements with India and even a “mother of all deals,” signals a clear intent to diversify beyond the U.S. and pursue strategic balancing. Board for Peace or Trump’s Club! In Davos, President Trump unveiled the Board of Peace appointing himself President for Life. Except 19 countries, who are on appeasement drive to impress him, other countries stayed away, with few bluntly refusing to join. It was a poor show of bad optics and appeasement, because such a personality based organisation earns no credibility. It’s likely to survive only till Trump is in White House. Despite many actions of President Trump to undermine UN, this board doesn’t have the traction to replace UN. No G7 country or any major power has joined so far and may not join it, as it presupposes subordination to Donald Trump, who has allotted himself over-riding powers and boasting of overstated claims for peace. China and Russia: Reading the signals carefully Trump’s 2026 Davos speech, when seen in the context of his National Security Strategy, framed China and Russia in the context of Arctic security and great-power rivalry. For China, Trump’s Davos posture confirms a hardened containment mindset. Greenland is less about Denmark and more about denying China Arctic access, infrastructure footholds, and future influence over polar trade routes, to which even other NATO members are complicit. It also encourages China to exercise similar unilateralism in Indo-Pacific on the pretext of its security. China, as well as some members of the EU, view it as a justification for diverting their trade from the US to each other. Russia, meanwhile, sees both opportunity and risk. Trump’s scepticism of alliances weakens NATO cohesion, favouring it, but his emphasis on raw power and spheres of influence clashes with Moscow’s area of influence in Arctic. The Venezuela-style demonstrations also signal that the U.S. retains escalation dominance when it chooses to use it on Russian partners like Syria and Iran. India: Strategic autonomy vindicated For India, Trump’s Davos stance vindicates its strategy of strategic autonomy and multilateral engagement amid Trump‑era unpredictability, transactional diplomacy, economic weaponisation, and unilateralism. India must treat Trump 2.0 as a lasting pattern of economic pressure, tariff diplomacy, and power‑centric geopolitics, engaging the US without over‑reliance, managing China without provocation, and keeping Russia ties stable. Trump’s idea of economic security as national security, and his readiness to override partners, warns India to pursue self‑reliance, diversify trade, and stand up to him where national interests demand. Joining Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ is not in India’s interest; it can be left under study indefinitely to remain diplomatically correct. Conclusion At Davos 2026, Trump openly declared that sovereignty is elastic, alliances are transactional, and morality follows power. Europe’s former colonisers are unsettled because Trump now uses against them the language they once used abroad with American support, yet episodes like the Greenland U‑turn and the reversal of his 10 per cent tariff threat show that coordinated European pushback and united retaliation can blunt his coercive unilateralism. It vindicated India’s strategy of autonomy and multilateralism against unjustified tariffs. Davos revealed a fractured order where the new big coloniser seeks leverage, not legitimacy, and it set a precedent for China and Russia to exercise similar unilateralism in renewed great‑power rivalry. So long as an updated Monroe‑style “Donroe Doctrine” shapes the American strategic psyche, (could go beyond Trump’s presidency) other states must build options that let them look—and act—beyond, and without, the United States. (Disclaimer: The views of the writer do not represent the views of WION or ZMCL. Nor does WION or ZMCL endorse the views of the writer.)

US President Donald Trump’s message was brutally simple. Security follows power, power follows economic strength, and alliances survive only if they serve immediate national interest. Everything else—values, norms, historical sentiment—is negotiable.

When old colonisers meet a new one: Decoding Trump’s coercive demonstration and U-turn at Davos

President Trump intervened bluntly in Iraq's PM race, threatening to terminate U.S. assistance if Nouri al-Maliki-nominated by Shiite bloc and seen as Iran ally-takes power, blaming his prior term for poverty and chaos.

Donald Trump Warns of Total Chaos in Iraq if Maliki Returns to Power

US President Donald Trump, while talking about the deaths of Alex Pretti and Renee Nicole Good, made some weird and controversial comments. Both Pretti and Good were fatally executed by ICE agents in Minneapolis. Trump said on The Will Cain Show that both the shootings were “terrible”, but the shooting of Good was "even worse" because her parents were "big Trump fans."&nbsp;"Bottom line, it was terrible. Both of them were terrible; the other was terrible too," Trump said. “And I'm not sure about his parents, but I know her parents were big Trump fans, makes me feel bad anyway. But I guess you could say even worse, they were tremendous Trump people, Trump fans.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">While talking about Alex Pretti, Trump suggests he feels even worse about Renee Good because her parents were Trump fans. <a href="https://t.co/cYXrZBgXEe">pic.twitter.com/cYXrZBgXEe</a>&mdash; Acyn (@Acyn) <a href="https://twitter.com/Acyn/status/2016261624802508813?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 27, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Trump further speculated that Good was "radicalised", Trump learned that Good's father was a Trump supporter in CBS news interview with anchor Tony Dokoupil on January 13. This latest interview comes 3 days after the shooting of ICU nurse Alex Pretti.&nbsp;DHS spokesperson Tricia McLaughlin said in a statement that the killing came as officers were conducting a "targeted operation" against an "illegal alien" wanted for violent assault. According to McLaughlin, Pretti "approached" the officers armed with a handgun and violently resisted as they tried to “disarm” him. However, videos from several angle shows that Pretti possessed a licensed gun but did not arm himself or brandish it at the agents. It further shows that the ICE agents fired at him after disarming him. Trump also acknowledged on Tuesday that he did not believe Pretti was &nbsp;“acting as an assassin.”&nbsp;White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller and DHS Secretary Kristi Noem said three days ago that Pretti was a “Domestic terrorist”. There had been severe inconsistency in the official narrative of the incident. At first, it was said Pretti was trying to assassinate and attacked federal officer. He was trying to inflict “maximum damage". Several video shows that all Pretti had was a phone in his hand, when reporters at the press conference asked when they realised that Pretti had a gun with him. Then Greg Bovino dodged the questions, saying it was under investigation. The Trump administration has realised no one is accepting these lies anymore. Observers accused the administration of “gaslighting” the people.&nbsp;

Trump faces backlash after saying the killing of Renee Nicole Good by ICE was “even worse” because her parents were Trump fans, as questions grow over Alex Pretti’s shooting and shifting official narratives.

US President Donald Trump, while talking about the deaths of Alex Pretti and Renee Nicole Good, made some weird and controversial comments. Both Pretti and Good were fatally executed by ICE agents in Minneapolis. Trump said on The Will Cain Show that both the shootings were “terrible”, but the shooting of Good was "even worse" because her parents were "big Trump fans." "Bottom line, it was terrible. Both of them were terrible; the other was terrible too," Trump said. “And I'm not sure about his parents, but I know her parents were big Trump fans, makes me feel bad anyway. But I guess you could say even worse, they were tremendous Trump people, Trump fans.”

Trump faces backlash after saying the killing of Renee Nicole Good by ICE was “even worse” because her parents were Trump fans, as questions grow over Alex Pretti’s shooting and shifting official narratives.

Trump says he feels worse about Renee Good's death, because her parents were 'big Trump fan'

On Wednesday (January 28), US President Donald Trump issued a stern warning to Iran, saying a powerful naval force led by the aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln was heading toward the country and urging Tehran to enter negotiations over its nuclear program. Posting on Truth Social, Trump wrote the fleet was larger than one previously deployed near Venezuela and said it was advancing rapidly “with great strength, energy, and purpose.” He warned that the armada was fully prepared to carry out its mission swiftly and forcefully if required.&nbsp;Trump said he wanted Iran to “come to the table” and reach what he called a fair agreement that would prevent it from obtaining nuclear weapons. He stressed that time was running short and described the situation as urgent. Recalling a previous clash, Trump referenced “Operation Midnight Hammer,” which he described as a devastating strike after Iran refused to negotiate. He cautioned that any future confrontation would be even more severe and urged Iranian leaders to avoid that outcome.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-casualties-deaths-ukraine-war-most-since-world-war-2-1769598128149">A generation lost: Russia's 1.2mn casualties in Ukraine war most for any country since World War 2</a><h2>See Donald Trump's Truth Social post below</h2>

<h2>US announces multi-day air drill amid Iran tensions</h2>On Tuesday (January 27), amid escalating tensions with Iran, the US military expanded its footprint in the Middle East, with US Central Command (CENTCOM) announcing a major air exercise. The Ninth Air Force, operating as Air Forces Central (AFCENT), said it has launched a multi-day readiness drill designed to demonstrate its ability to quickly deploy, disperse, and sustain air combat operations throughout CENTCOM’s area of responsibility. AFCENT said that the exercise aims to strengthen the dispersal of aircraft and personnel, enhance coordination with regional allies, and improve the execution of flexible response options in an evolving security environment.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/imran-khan-s-health-under-scrutiny-pti-warns-of-permanent-vision-loss-1769600139770/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/imran-khan-s-health-under-scrutiny-pti-warns-of-permanent-vision-loss-1769600139770/embed</a>

'Next attack will be far worse': Trump warns Iran of Armada in new social media threat

On Wednesday (January 28), US President Donald Trump issued a stern warning to Iran, saying a powerful naval force led by the aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln was heading toward the country and urging Tehran to enter negotiations over its nuclear program. Posting on Truth Social, Trump wrote the fleet was larger than one previously deployed near Venezuela and said it was advancing rapidly “with great strength, energy, and purpose.” He warned that the armada was fully prepared to carry out its mission swiftly and forcefully if required. Trump said he wanted Iran to “come to the table” and reach what he called a fair agreement that would prevent it from obtaining nuclear weapons. He stressed that time was running short and described the situation as urgent. Recalling a previous clash, Trump referenced “Operation Midnight Hammer,” which he described as a devastating strike after Iran refused to negotiate. He cautioned that any future confrontation would be even more severe and urged Iranian leaders to avoid that outcome. Also Read: A generation lost: Russia's 1.2mn casualties in Ukraine war most for any country since World War 2 See Donald Trump's Truth Social post below

In his new Truth Social media post, US President Donald Trump has warned Iran, saying that a massive Armada is heading to Iran. It is moving quickly, with great power, enthusiasm, and purpose

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio revealed that he hides from US President Donald Trump for his secret nap during his flights with Trump. In a New York magazine interview, he said that he "cocoons" himself to hide from Trump so that he doesn't perceive him as “weak”. He said that he needs rest on an overseas flight, but his boss doesn't like napping, so he has to hide his naps.&nbsp;“There’s an office with two couches, and I usually want to sleep on one of those two couches,” Rubio revealed to the New York magazine's Ben Terris. He said that he covers himself in a blanket and looks like a mummy.&nbsp;“And I do that because I know that at some point on the flight, he’s going to emerge from the cabin and start prowling the hallways to see who is awake,” said Rubio, adding that if Trump sees him sleeping on the couch, he will think that, &nbsp;"Oh, this guy is weak," Rubio added that he wanted Trump to think that it was one of his staff members who was sleeping, not the Secretary of State.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-judge-blocks-ice-deportation-5-year-old-minneapolis-protests-1769580117379">US judge halts deportation of 5-year-old and his father detained by ICE in Minneapolis</a>The reporter followed up with questions about Trump's power naps, that he often dozes off in front of the camera and during critical conversations, Rubio said that it was a &nbsp;“listening mechanism”. According to Rubio, Donald Trump, 80, never naps during the flight and walks around the cabin. But he was seen openly dozing off during cabinet meetings, meeting with executives of pharma and on many other occasions. Trump has his own explanation for this, one that is different from Rubio's.&nbsp;“I’m going around a room, and I’ve got 28 guys — the last one was three and a half hours. I have to sit back and listen, and I move my hand so that people will know I’m listening,” said Trump.&nbsp;Recently, Trump and Rubio made headlines during a meeting with the oil executives after the capture of the Venezuelan President, Nicolas Maduro. Rubio passed a note urging Trump to go back to Chevron. Trump read out the note loudly, and Rubio seemed visibly embarrassed by it. &nbsp;

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio revealed he “cocoons” himself in a blanket to secretly nap on Air Force One during flights with President Trump so he won’t be seen as weak.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio revealed that he hides from US President Donald Trump for his secret nap during his flights with Trump. In a New York magazine interview, he said that he "cocoons" himself to hide from Trump so that he doesn't perceive him as “weak”. He said that he needs rest on an overseas flight, but his boss doesn't like napping, so he has to hide his naps. “There’s an office with two couches, and I usually want to sleep on one of those two couches,” Rubio revealed to the New York magazine's Ben Terris. He said that he covers himself in a blanket and looks like a mummy. “And I do that because I know that at some point on the flight, he’s going to emerge from the cabin and start prowling the hallways to see who is awake,” said Rubio, adding that if Trump sees him sleeping on the couch, he will think that, "Oh, this guy is weak," Rubio added that he wanted Trump to think that it was one of his staff members who was sleeping, not the Secretary of State. Also Read: US judge halts deportation of 5-year-old and his father detained by ICE in Minneapolis The reporter followed up with questions about Trump's power naps, that he often dozes off in front of the camera and during critical conversations, Rubio said that it was a “listening mechanism”. According to Rubio, Donald Trump, 80, never naps during the flight and walks around the cabin. But he was seen openly dozing off during cabinet meetings, meeting with executives of pharma and on many other occasions. Trump has his own explanation for this, one that is different from Rubio's. “I’m going around a room, and I’ve got 28 guys — the last one was three and a half hours. I have to sit back and listen, and I move my hand so that people will know I’m listening,” said Trump. Recently, Trump and Rubio made headlines during a meeting with the oil executives after the capture of the Venezuelan President, Nicolas Maduro. Rubio passed a note urging Trump to go back to Chevron. Trump read out the note loudly, and Rubio seemed visibly embarrassed by it.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio revealed he “cocoons” himself in a blanket to secretly nap on Air Force One during flights with President Trump so he won’t be seen as weak.

Marco Rubio reveals he hides from Trump for his secret nap on Air Force One

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Hours after Minnesota Representative Ilhan Omar, on Tuesday (Jan 27) was sprayed with a mystery liquid during a town hall meeting in Minneapolis, her office in a statement confirmed the attack and said that the Democrat "doesn't let bullies win".<h2>Ilhan Omar vs bullies</h2>In a statement on X, Omar's Office said that the Congresswoman was attacked by an agitator who sprayed her with "an unknown substance with a syringe". It added that the "Minneapolis Police Department quickly apprehended the individual. He is now in custody," and that the Congresswoman was okay.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-enemy-ilhan-omar-attacked-during-minneapolis-town-hall-sprayed-with-unknown-liquid-1769563983713">Trump 'enemy' Ilhan Omar attacked during Minneapolis town hall, sprayed with mystery liquid | VIDEO</a>"She continued with her town hall because she doesn’t let bullies win," said Omar's office.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The Office of Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) issued the following statement following the incident at her town hall in North Minneapolis. “During her town hall, an agitator tried to attack the Congresswoman by spraying an unknown substance with a syringe. Security and the Minneapolis…&mdash; Rep. Ilhan Omar (@Ilhan) <a href="https://twitter.com/Ilhan/status/2016334654949777714?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 28, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Meanwhile, the Minneapolis representative in a post of her own said that she was okay. Referring to herself as a “survivor,” she said that "this small agitator isn’t going to intimidate me from doing my work," and added, “I don’t let bullies win.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">I’m ok. I’m a survivor so this small agitator isn’t going to intimidate me from doing my work. I don’t let bullies win. Grateful to my incredible constituents who rallied behind me. Minnesota strong.&mdash; Ilhan Omar (@IlhanMN) <a href="https://twitter.com/IlhanMN/status/2016333960939262423?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 28, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Ilhan Omar attack: What happened?</h2>US President Donald Trump's 'enemy', Ilhan Omar, was attacked while speaking during a town hall meeting in North Minneapolis. The Democrat was standing behind a podium, addressing the crowd, when a man suddenly rushed toward her from the audience, spraying her with an unknown substance.Witnesses say the man sprayed Omar with an unknown liquid and shouted as he moved in. What he yelled was not immediately clear.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/sometimes-people-need-a-dictator-trump-stuns-davos-after-greenland-rant-1769047692322">Sometimes people 'need a dictator’: Trump stuns Davos with sinister threat after Greenland rant</a>The moment, which was captured on video, lasted only seconds. An apparent member of Omar’s security team lunged forward, wrapping the man in a bear hug and pulling him away from the stage. As he was being restrained, Omar could be seen stepping towards her attacker, visibly angry, though she did not appear to touch him. He was quickly escorted out of the room as the event was brought to a halt.Watch it here:&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">🚨 BREAKING: Ilhan Omar sprayed with “unknown substance” at a Town Hall in Minneapolis Unfortunately, the substance WASN’T some sort of deportation potion, as Omar is still speaking at the podium. Darn. <a href="https://t.co/6thg5TdEIB">pic.twitter.com/6thg5TdEIB</a>&mdash; Nick Sortor (@nicksortor) <a href="https://twitter.com/nicksortor/status/2016319378992562437?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 28, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The attack comes as President Donald Trump once again singled out Omar. Speaking at a rally in Iowa, Trump suggested the Department of Justice was investigating Omar's wealth. "The DOJ and Congress are looking at 'Congresswoman' Ilhan Omar," Trump said, claiming she arrived in the US with nothing and is now “worth more than 44 million dollars.”

Hours after being sprayed with an unknown substance during a Minneapolis town hall, Rep. Ilhan Omar’s office confirmed the attack and said she is safe. Omar said she “doesn’t let bullies win.”

Hours after Minnesota Representative Ilhan Omar, on Tuesday (Jan 27) was sprayed with a mystery liquid during a town hall meeting in Minneapolis, her office in a statement confirmed the attack and said that the Democrat "doesn't let bullies win". Ilhan Omar vs bullies In a statement on X, Omar's Office said that the Congresswoman was attacked by an agitator who sprayed her with "an unknown substance with a syringe". It added that the "Minneapolis Police Department quickly apprehended the individual. He is now in custody," and that the Congresswoman was okay. Also read | Trump 'enemy' Ilhan Omar attacked during Minneapolis town hall, sprayed with mystery liquid | VIDEO "She continued with her town hall because she doesn’t let bullies win," said Omar's office.

Hours after being sprayed with an unknown substance during a Minneapolis town hall, Rep. Ilhan Omar’s office confirmed the attack and said she is safe. Omar said she “doesn’t let bullies win.”

‘I’m a survivor’: Minnesota Rep Ilhan Omar shrugs off town hall attack, vows won't ‘let bullies win’

The US has announced plans to hold multi-day military exercises in the Middle East as it deploys what Donald Trump has called an “armada” led by the USS Abraham Lincoln to the region as part of a tense standoff with Iran.

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President Trump has sent his border czar Tom Homan to Minneapolis amid growing outrage and protests after two U.S. citizens were fatally shot by federal immigration agents.

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Donald Trump kicked off a new round of rallies on Tuesday (Jan 27) with a blunt message for voters: “very bad things” will happen if Republicans lose the midterm elections. Speaking at a rally in Iowa, Trump framed the November vote as an existential test for his presidency, urging supporters to deliver him control of both the House and the Senate, even as his own approval ratings remain weak.<h2>'Bad things'</h2>Addressing the crowd in Iowa, the POTUS said, "I'm here because I love Iowa, but I'm here because we're starting the campaign to win the midterms," the president said. "Got to win the midterms."He claimed that “if we lose the midterms, you'll lose so many of the things that we're talking about, so many of the assets that we're talking about, so many of the tax cuts that we're talking about.”“It would lead to very bad things,” warned Trump ominously.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-enemy-ilhan-omar-attacked-during-minneapolis-town-hall-sprayed-with-unknown-liquid-1769563983713">Trump 'enemy' Ilhan Omar attacked during Minneapolis town hall, sprayed with mystery liquid | VIDEO</a><h2>Trump tries to sell the economy</h2>With polls showing growing voter anger over affordability, Trump and his advisers have shifted hard toward economic messaging. In Iowa, the 79-year-old president once again claimed the US had entered a “Golden Age” and insisted prices were falling for most goods. Still, he acknowledged the limits of presidential persuasion.In past elections, “if something happens, the screw turns with the voters,” regardless of how good a president, he said. Polls suggest trouble ahead. A New York Times Siena survey last week put Trump’s approval rating at 40 per cent.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/sometimes-people-need-a-dictator-trump-stuns-davos-after-greenland-rant-1769047692322">Sometimes people 'need a dictator’: Trump stuns Davos with sinister threat after Greenland rant</a><h2>Trump hints at a third presidential term</h2>Trump also returned to a familiar provocation, joking about running for a constitutionally barred third term. “Should we do it a fourth time?” he asked, referring to his false claim that he won the 2020 election. Protesters interrupted the speech at least twice. Trump waved them off as “sickos” and “paid insurrectionists.” &nbsp;

Donald Trump launched his midterm rally tour in Iowa with a warning that “very bad things” will happen if Republicans lose. He also used the platform to once again "joke" about a third presidential term.

Donald Trump kicked off a new round of rallies on Tuesday (Jan 27) with a blunt message for voters: “very bad things” will happen if Republicans lose the midterm elections. Speaking at a rally in Iowa, Trump framed the November vote as an existential test for his presidency, urging supporters to deliver him control of both the House and the Senate, even as his own approval ratings remain weak. 'Bad things' Addressing the crowd in Iowa, the POTUS said, "I'm here because I love Iowa, but I'm here because we're starting the campaign to win the midterms," the president said. "Got to win the midterms." He claimed that “if we lose the midterms, you'll lose so many of the things that we're talking about, so many of the assets that we're talking about, so many of the tax cuts that we're talking about.” “It would lead to very bad things,” warned Trump ominously. Also read | Trump 'enemy' Ilhan Omar attacked during Minneapolis town hall, sprayed with mystery liquid | VIDEO Trump tries to sell the economy With polls showing growing voter anger over affordability, Trump and his advisers have shifted hard toward economic messaging. In Iowa, the 79-year-old president once again claimed the US had entered a “Golden Age” and insisted prices were falling for most goods. Still, he acknowledged the limits of presidential persuasion. In past elections, “if something happens, the screw turns with the voters,” regardless of how good a president, he said. Polls suggest trouble ahead. A New York Times Siena survey last week put Trump’s approval rating at 40 per cent. Also read | Sometimes people 'need a dictator’: Trump stuns Davos with sinister threat after Greenland rant Trump hints at a third presidential term Trump also returned to a familiar provocation, joking about running for a constitutionally barred third term. “Should we do it a fourth time?” he asked, referring to his false claim that he won the 2020 election. Protesters interrupted the speech at least twice. Trump waved them off as “sickos” and “paid insurrectionists.”

Donald Trump launched his midterm rally tour in Iowa with a warning that “very bad things” will happen if Republicans lose. He also used the platform to once again "joke" about a third presidential term.

After ‘dictator’ remark, Trump in Iowa rally warns of ‘very bad things’ if Republicans lose midterms

The United States has deployed the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln and supporting warships to Middle Eastern waters amid tensions with Iran following its crackdown on anti-government demonstrations. Tensions between Washington and Tehran remain high following Iran's crackdown on protestors. 

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US President Donald Trump's 'enemy', Minnesota Representative Ilhan Omar, on Tuesday (Jan 27) was attacked while speaking during a town hall meeting in Minneapolis. The Democrat was standing behind a podium, addressing the crowd, when a man suddenly rushed toward her from the audience, spraying her with an unknown substance.<h2>What happened?</h2>Omar, who has recently been the target of several Trump rants, was speaking during the town hall when a man rushed towards her. Witnesses say the man sprayed Omar with an unknown liquid and shouted as he moved in. What he yelled was not immediately clear.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/sometimes-people-need-a-dictator-trump-stuns-davos-after-greenland-rant-1769047692322">Sometimes people 'need a dictator’: Trump stuns Davos with sinister threat after Greenland rant</a><h2>A swift takedown</h2>The moment, which was captured on video, lasted only seconds. An apparent member of Omar’s security team lunged forward, wrapping the man in a bear hug and pulling him away from the stage. As he was being restrained, Omar could be seen stepping towards her attacker, visibly angry, though she did not appear to touch him. He was quickly escorted out of the room as the event was brought to a halt.&nbsp;Watch it here:

<h2>"It smelled so bad"</h2>Seconds later, confusion spread through the room. Other speakers on stage commented on the sharp smell left behind by the spray. "You need to go get checked," one woman urged Omar. "You don’t know what he (sprayed). Whatever it is smelled so bad."Omar, however, refused to leave. "We will continue," she said. "These fu**ing as****es are not going to get away with this." She returned to the microphone as a member of her security detail tried to pull her away from the stage. "We are Minnesota strong," Omar told the crowd. “And we will stay resilient in the face of whatever they might throw at us.”Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/does-trump-have-alzheimer-s-his-niece-reveals-as-potus-ironically-forgets-the-word-for-it-1769513254487">Does Trump have Alzheimer’s? His niece reveals as POTUS ironically forgets the word for it</a><h2>Trump's enemy'</h2>The attack comes as President Donald Trump once again singled out Omar. Speaking at a rally in Iowa, Trump suggested the Department of Justice was investigating Omar's wealth. "The DOJ and Congress are looking at 'Congresswoman' Ilhan Omar," Trump said, claiming she arrived in the US with nothing and is now “worth more than 44 million dollars.”Omar responded sharply on social media, accusing Trump of using her name to distract from his political troubles, like the unrest in Minneapolis following the killing of demonstrator Alex Pretti.."Sorry, Trump, your support is collapsing, and you're panicking," she wrote on X. "Right on cue, you're deflecting from your failures with lies and conspiracy theories about me."Trump has repeatedly targeted Omar, often using language critics describe as Islamophobic. The Somali American lawmaker has been one of his most vocal critics, especially over immigration and rhetoric aimed at the Somali community.

A man rushed the stage and sprayed an unknown substance at Rep. Ilhan Omar during a town hall in Minneapolis. Video shows the attack and how security tackled the attacker within seconds. Watch it here.

US President Donald Trump's 'enemy', Minnesota Representative Ilhan Omar, on Tuesday (Jan 27) was attacked while speaking during a town hall meeting in Minneapolis. The Democrat was standing behind a podium, addressing the crowd, when a man suddenly rushed toward her from the audience, spraying her with an unknown substance. What happened? Omar, who has recently been the target of several Trump rants, was speaking during the town hall when a man rushed towards her. Witnesses say the man sprayed Omar with an unknown liquid and shouted as he moved in. What he yelled was not immediately clear. Also read | Sometimes people 'need a dictator’: Trump stuns Davos with sinister threat after Greenland rant A swift takedown The moment, which was captured on video, lasted only seconds. An apparent member of Omar’s security team lunged forward, wrapping the man in a bear hug and pulling him away from the stage. As he was being restrained, Omar could be seen stepping towards her attacker, visibly angry, though she did not appear to touch him. He was quickly escorted out of the room as the event was brought to a halt. Watch it here:

A man rushed the stage and sprayed an unknown substance at Rep. Ilhan Omar during a town hall in Minneapolis. Video shows the attack and how security tackled the attacker within seconds. Watch it here.

Trump 'enemy' Ilhan Omar attacked during Minneapolis town hall, sprayed with mystery liquid | VIDEO

President Donald Trump spent nearly two hours in a closed-door Oval Office meeting on Monday night with Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and her senior adviser Corey Lewandowski, according to two sources familiar with the discussion. Noem had requested the face-to-face conversation. The meeting followed signs that the administration is scaling back its aggressive federal response in Minneapolis after the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti on Saturday, the second death involving federal agents in the city this month.&nbsp;Sources said Trump did not raise the possibility of dismissing either Noem or Lewandowski. Instead, the conversation focused on how to press forward with the president’s immigration policies in Minnesota as criticism mounts nationally, including from within the Republican Party, and tensions escalate locally. Several senior White House officials were also present, including Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, and Communications Director Steven Cheung. The New York Times first reported the meeting.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-uss-abraham-lincoln-arrival-us-announces-multi-day-air-drill-amid-escalating-iran-tensions-1769530980276">After USS Abraham Lincoln arrival, US announces multi-day air drill amid escalating Iran tensions</a>&nbsp;While the White House declined to comment directly, an administration official reiterated Trump’s continued backing of Noem. In the aftermath of Pretti’s killing, federal officials circulated multiple claims that have since been challenged by video evidence or remain unsubstantiated. Border Patrol Chief Gregory Bovino, who had overseen immigration enforcement efforts in Minneapolis, engaged in public disputes online, asserting that Pretti attacked federal officers before being shot.&nbsp;Bovino’s social media accounts were suspended by DHS on Monday, and he is expected to depart Minneapolis on Tuesday after Trump announced that border czar Tom Homan would take over leadership of the operation. Speaking on Fox News, DHS spokesperson Tricia McLaughlin confirmed that Trump and Noem have held extended discussions but declined to share details. She stressed that Noem will remain in charge of the department and welcomed Homan’s involvement in overseeing operations in the city.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/operation-sindoor-india-s-air-superiority-forced-pak-to-seek-ceasefire-during-op-sindoor-1769533570345/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/operation-sindoor-india-s-air-superiority-forced-pak-to-seek-ceasefire-during-op-sindoor-1769533570345/embed</a>&nbsp;The federal investigation into Saturday’s shooting is being led by Homeland Security Investigations, with support from the FBI. However, authorities have released few details, and the Justice Department has not initiated a civil rights probe. Meanwhile, officials have established a crisis coordination center in Minneapolis focused on investigating protest activity.

Donald Trump meets with Kristi Noem for two hours as administration faces pressure over Minneapolis shootings

President Donald Trump spent nearly two hours in a closed-door Oval Office meeting on Monday night with Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and her senior adviser Corey Lewandowski, according to two sources familiar with the discussion. Noem had requested the face-to-face conversation. The meeting followed signs that the administration is scaling back its aggressive federal response in Minneapolis after the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti on Saturday, the second death involving federal agents in the city this month. Sources said Trump did not raise the possibility of dismissing either Noem or Lewandowski. Instead, the conversation focused on how to press forward with the president’s immigration policies in Minnesota as criticism mounts nationally, including from within the Republican Party, and tensions escalate locally. Several senior White House officials were also present, including Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, and Communications Director Steven Cheung. The New York Times first reported the meeting. Also Read: After USS Abraham Lincoln arrival, US announces multi-day air drill amid escalating Iran tensions While the White House declined to comment directly, an administration official reiterated Trump’s continued backing of Noem. In the aftermath of Pretti’s killing, federal officials circulated multiple claims that have since been challenged by video evidence or remain unsubstantiated. Border Patrol Chief Gregory Bovino, who had overseen immigration enforcement efforts in Minneapolis, engaged in public disputes online, asserting that Pretti attacked federal officers before being shot. Bovino’s social media accounts were suspended by DHS on Monday, and he is expected to depart Minneapolis on Tuesday after Trump announced that border czar Tom Homan would take over leadership of the operation. Speaking on Fox News, DHS spokesperson Tricia McLaughlin confirmed that Trump and Noem have held extended discussions but declined to share details. She stressed that Noem will remain in charge of the department and welcomed Homan’s involvement in overseeing operations in the city. https://www.wionews.com/videos/operation-sindoor-india-s-air-superiority-forced-pak-to-seek-ceasefire-during-op-sindoor-1769533570345/embed The federal investigation into Saturday’s shooting is being led by Homeland Security Investigations, with support from the FBI. However, authorities have released few details, and the Justice Department has not initiated a civil rights probe. Meanwhile, officials have established a crisis coordination center in Minneapolis focused on investigating protest activity.

Trump met with DHS Secretary Kristi Noem as federal immigration operations in Minneapolis face backlash after a fatal shooting and disputed official claims

The Doomsday Clock, a metaphorical measure of how close humanity is to destroying the world through technologies of its own making, especially nuclear weapons, stands at 85 seconds to midnight as of January 27, having moved four seconds closer. The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, which created the clock at the start of the Cold War, announced on Tuesday that it has advanced by four seconds compared with a year ago, bringing it closest to a global catastrophe in its history. The announcement comes as Donald Trump, who often describes himself as the president of peace, completed one year in the White House of his second term. The first year of Trump's presidency is marked by shattering norms, withdrawing from established multilateral organisations, ordering unilateral actions abroad and deploying massive force at home, even after opposition from local authorities.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/first-lady-melania-trump-makes-rare-political-statement-as-anti-ice-unrest-grips-minnesota-1769525629288">First Lady Melania Trump makes rare political statement as anti-ICE unrest grips Minnesota</a>&nbsp;Major powers such as Russia, China, the United States and others have "become increasingly aggressive, adversarial and nationalistic," said a statement announcing the clock shift, concluded after consultations with a board that includes eight Nobel laureates, AFP reported.&nbsp;"Hard-won global understandings are collapsing, accelerating a winner-takes-all great power competition and undermining the international cooperation critical to reducing the risks of nuclear war, climate change, the misuse of biotechnology, the potential threat of artificial intelligence and other apocalyptic dangers." The Doomsday Clock board cautioned against increased risk of a nuclear arms race after the "New START" nuclear arms reduction treaty between the United States and Russia set to expire next week without a sign of renewal. &nbsp;"For the first time in over half a century, there will be nothing preventing a runaway nuclear arms race," Daniel Holz, a University of Chicago physicist who chairs the Bulletin's Science and Security Board, told a virtual news conference, as quoted by AFP.&nbsp;The board voiced its concerns about Donald Trump's threats to resume nuclear testing and push a costly 'Golden Dome" missile defence system, which is expected to further militarise space. It also raised alarm over Trump's ICE crackdown in Minnesota, noting "History has shown that when governments become unaccountable to their own citizens, conflict and misery follow."<h2>What is the Doomsday Clock?</h2>The Doomsday Clock is a symbolic "design" created in 1947 by the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists (including former members of the Manhattan Project). It serves as a metaphor for how close humanity is to destroying the world through technologies of its own making.&nbsp;Midnight: Represents the theoretical point of "annihilation" or global catastrophe.&nbsp;Who sets it? The Bulletin’s Science and Security Board, a group of global experts in nuclear technology and climate science, in consultation with its Board of Sponsors, which includes 9 Nobel Laureates.&nbsp;The Scale: It began at 7 minutes to midnight in 1947. Its "safest" point was 17 minutes to midnight in 1991, following the end of the Cold War.&nbsp;However, the clock is not a tool to predict the future; it acts as a call to action. The bulletin underlined that the hands can be moved back if world leaders act responsibly and embrace diplomacy to solve conflicts and work towards the climate issues the world is facing.&nbsp;

This is the closest the symbolic clock has ever been to a global catastrophe in its 79-year history, surpassing the previous record of 89 seconds set just last year.

The Doomsday Clock, a metaphorical measure of how close humanity is to destroying the world through technologies of its own making, especially nuclear weapons, stands at 85 seconds to midnight as of January 27, having moved four seconds closer. The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, which created the clock at the start of the Cold War, announced on Tuesday that it has advanced by four seconds compared with a year ago, bringing it closest to a global catastrophe in its history. The announcement comes as Donald Trump, who often describes himself as the president of peace, completed one year in the White House of his second term. The first year of Trump's presidency is marked by shattering norms, withdrawing from established multilateral organisations, ordering unilateral actions abroad and deploying massive force at home, even after opposition from local authorities. Also Read: First Lady Melania Trump makes rare political statement as anti-ICE unrest grips Minnesota Major powers such as Russia, China, the United States and others have "become increasingly aggressive, adversarial and nationalistic," said a statement announcing the clock shift, concluded after consultations with a board that includes eight Nobel laureates, AFP reported. "Hard-won global understandings are collapsing, accelerating a winner-takes-all great power competition and undermining the international cooperation critical to reducing the risks of nuclear war, climate change, the misuse of biotechnology, the potential threat of artificial intelligence and other apocalyptic dangers." The Doomsday Clock board cautioned against increased risk of a nuclear arms race after the "New START" nuclear arms reduction treaty between the United States and Russia set to expire next week without a sign of renewal. "For the first time in over half a century, there will be nothing preventing a runaway nuclear arms race," Daniel Holz, a University of Chicago physicist who chairs the Bulletin's Science and Security Board, told a virtual news conference, as quoted by AFP. The board voiced its concerns about Donald Trump's threats to resume nuclear testing and push a costly 'Golden Dome" missile defence system, which is expected to further militarise space. It also raised alarm over Trump's ICE crackdown in Minnesota, noting "History has shown that when governments become unaccountable to their own citizens, conflict and misery follow." What is the Doomsday Clock? The Doomsday Clock is a symbolic "design" created in 1947 by the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists (including former members of the Manhattan Project). It serves as a metaphor for how close humanity is to destroying the world through technologies of its own making. Midnight: Represents the theoretical point of "annihilation" or global catastrophe. Who sets it? The Bulletin’s Science and Security Board, a group of global experts in nuclear technology and climate science, in consultation with its Board of Sponsors, which includes 9 Nobel Laureates. The Scale: It began at 7 minutes to midnight in 1947. Its "safest" point was 17 minutes to midnight in 1991, following the end of the Cold War. However, the clock is not a tool to predict the future; it acts as a call to action. The bulletin underlined that the hands can be moved back if world leaders act responsibly and embrace diplomacy to solve conflicts and work towards the climate issues the world is facing.

This is the closest the symbolic clock has ever been to a global catastrophe in its 79-year history, surpassing the previous record of 89 seconds set just last year.

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US President Trump nominates Kevin Warsh as next Federal Reserve chair

Trump calls slain ICE protester Alex Pretti an ‘agitator’ over viral video

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Trump slams Powell, says high interest rates hurting economy, national security

Donald Trump's Architect of Immigration Crackdown Stephen Miller Clashes With Kristi Noem

FED Hits Pause on Rates as Inflation Lingers

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US Warships Move into West Asia, Trump Issues Stark Warning to Iran

Alex Pretti's killers placed on administrative leave amid backlash

Iran VS US: Trump Warns Iran as US Warships Move to West Asia

When old colonisers meet a new one: Decoding Trump’s coercion, U-turn at Davos

Donald Trump Warns of Total Chaos in Iraq if Maliki Returns to Power

Trump says he feels ‘even worse’ about Renee Good because her parents backed him

'Next attack will be far worse': Trump warns Iran of Armada in new threat

Marco Rubio reveals he hides from Trump for his secret nap on Air Force One

Gaza Truce Deepens: Last Hostage Returns Home

Ilhan Omar shrugs off town hall attack, vows won't ‘let bullies win’

US-Iran Tensions: Trump Claims Iran Wants to Talk for a Deal

Minneapolis Shooting: Trump's Border Czar Deployed to Minneapolis