CNN 5 Things Trump ‘Won’t Use Force’, MN Legal Showdowns, Eastern Winter Storm and more
Jan 21, 2026
President Trump announced he won't use force to take Greenland during his speech at Davos, where he'll also meet Ukraine's Zelensky amid Ukraine's energy crisis. Legal tensions are rising in Minnesota regarding the immigration crackdown, with the DOJ investigating local leaders. A significant Supreme Court case could challenge the Federal Reserve's independence. Plus, a major winter storm is on the horizon, threatening heavy snow and ice across much of the eastern U.S.
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Trump Says He Won't Use Force
- President Trump publicly ruled out using force to acquire Greenland, shifting the tone of his earlier remarks.
- The statement reduced immediate fears of military action but kept the territorial bid in the spotlight.
EU Vote On Trade Deal Hits Roadblock
- European lawmakers blocked a vote on parts of a European-U.S. trade deal amid tensions tied to Greenland and tariff threats.
- The blockage puts the agreement's future and already-implemented parts in uncertainty.
Trump Shifts Ukraine Responsibility Toward Europe
- Trump said the U.S. has "nothing to do with Ukraine," urging Europe to take the lead even as he planned a meeting with President Zelensky.
- The comments came while Ukraine faced major power outages after Russian strikes, raising diplomatic stakes.