CNN 5 Things Trump ‘Won’t Use Force’, MN Legal Showdowns, Eastern Winter Storm and more
Jan 21, 2026
President Trump makes waves at Davos, asserting he won’t use force to take Greenland while readying to meet Ukraine’s Zelensky. Legal challenges heat up in Minnesota surrounding immigration enforcement, with federal scrutiny intensifying. A significant Supreme Court case could alter the Federal Reserve's independence, with key implications at stake. Meanwhile, an intense winter storm is poised to blanket much of the eastern U.S., raising concerns about heavy snow and potential power outages.
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Trump Rules Out Military Takeover Of Greenland
- President Donald Trump publicly ruled out using force to acquire Greenland during his Davos speech.
- His comments signaled a diplomatic, not military, posture regarding the territory.
Trump Shifts Ukraine Burden To Europe
- Trump said the U.S. has "nothing to do with Ukraine," shifting pressure to Europe to lead peace efforts.
- Despite that, Trump planned to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at Davos the next day.
Minnesota Leaders Subpoenaed In Immigration Probe
- The Justice Department subpoenaed Minnesota leaders as part of an investigation into obstruction of federal immigration enforcement.
- Targets reportedly include Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, Governor Tim Walz, Attorney General Keith Ellison, and St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter.