The Daily Show: Ears Edition Trump Makes Milk Whole Again, Europe Defends Greenland & MAGA Blasts Mamdani | Wagner Moura
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Jan 16, 2026 
Wagner Moura, the Golden Globe-winning Brazilian actor known for his role in 'The Secret Agent,' joins the discussion on how the film reflects Brazil's dictatorship period and its relevance today under Bolsonaro's regime. He emphasizes the importance of historical memory to prevent repeating past mistakes and connects the film's themes to global authoritarian threats. Moura also highlights the vital role of journalism in defending democracy, addressing the dangers of misinformation and deepfakes, while sharing his personal journey of political engagement.
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Symbolic Politics Over Substance
- Jordan Klepper highlights Trump's focus on trivial symbolic issues like whole milk amid bigger crises.
- This contrast frames the administration as distracted from serious domestic and international matters.
Europe Responds To Greenland Pressure
- European nations mobilized militarily in Greenland after Trump's push to annex it.
- Denmark coordinated with France, Germany, Sweden and Norway to expand their presence as a diplomatic check.
Satirical Take On Mamdani Panic
- Jordan Klepper dramatizes Zoran Mamdani's election as a ‘communist coup’ to mock alarmist rhetoric.
- He uses absurd exaggeration to show how right-wing fearmongering frames small policy moves as existential threats.
