What Did Trump Do in the Past 24 Hours? (2026-01-20)

Deep News
Jan 20

1. Criticizing the UK for transferring Diego Garcia to Mauritius – Trump stated: "The UK is currently planning to hand over Diego Garcia – the location of a crucial US military base – to Mauritius for no reason at all. It is an incredibly foolish act for Britain to give away such important territory, and it is yet another example of the national security justification we must use to seize Greenland."

2. Posting images related to Fed official Cook – Trump posted images on social media related to Federal Reserve official Cook. The images show Cook's consistent signatures on two mortgage documents, with properties in Georgia and Michigan listed as her only "primary residences."

3. Using AI to depict his territorial ambitions – Trump posted an AI-generated image on his Truth Social account showing "him planting the American flag in Greenland." In this AI-generated picture, Trump stands alongside Vice President Vance and Secretary of State Rubio, next to a sign that reads "Greenland – US Territory, established 2026."

4. Using edited images to incorporate "parts of the Americas into US territory" – Trump released an AI-altered photo of a meeting with European leaders in the Oval Office, where he is shown displaying a map with "Greenland, Canada, and Venezuela incorporated into the United States."

5. Disclosing Macron's text messages – Trump disclosed text messages from Macron, in which the French leader said he "could not understand" Trump's stance on Greenland. Macron also suggested arranging a G7 meeting in Paris on Thursday afternoon after Davos, inviting Ukraine, Denmark, Syria, and Russia to participate in exchanges on the sidelines.

6. Announcing increased tariffs on French alcoholic beverages – Trump declared: "I will impose a 200% tariff on French wine and champagne, and French President Macron will join the Peace Committee." This came after sources revealed that Macron would decline Trump's invitation to the "Peace Committee."

7. Possessing alternative tariff plans – US Trade Representative Greer indicated that if the Supreme Court overturns the global tariffs imposed by President Trump under the Emergency Act, the Trump administration could implement new tariffs almost immediately.

8. Sharing a message from NATO Secretary-General Rutte – Trump displayed a message from NATO Secretary-General Rutte on social media. Rutte stated in the message: "Your achievements in Syria today are amazing. I will use the media events at Davos to highlight your work in Syria, Gaza, and Ukraine. I am committed to finding a way forward on the Greenland issue. Look forward to meeting you." Trump responded: "Thank you, NATO Secretary-General Rutte!"

9. Refusing to comment on whether force would be used to seize Greenland – According to an NBC News report, when asked if he would use military force to take Greenland, Trump responded in a brief telephone interview: "No comment." Trump also stated: "Europe should focus its energy on the war between Russia and Ukraine, not on Greenland."

10. "Make America Go Away" baseball cap goes viral – Reportedly, a red baseball cap mimicking Trump's "Make America Great Again" (MAGA) slogan has become a symbol of resistance for people in Denmark and Greenland against his threats. The cap, bearing the phrase "Make America Go Away," has gained popularity on social media and in public protests. The group selling the cap, the founder of the Greenland Support Organization, stated that the design's focus is not anti-American but rather opposed to Trump's diplomatic style.

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