Squawk Pod Davos 2026: President Donald Trump 1/22/26
Jan 22, 2026
In a compelling conversation, President Donald Trump, the 45th President of the United States and businessman, joins Joe Kernen in Davos. He outlines a bold framework for Arctic negotiations over Greenland and emphasizes America’s unique role in its security. Trump also delves into U.S. strategies regarding Iran’s nuclear threats and proposes a 10% cap on credit card interest rates to alleviate consumer burdens. Additionally, he gives insights into the next Federal Reserve chair, expressing critiques of current leadership.
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Framework Deal For Greenland And Arctic
- President Donald J. Trump announced a framework for a future deal involving Greenland and the Arctic focused on security and mutual benefit.
- He said negotiations produced a concept of a deal, and tariffs previously threatened were called off as a result.
Tariff Threats Led To Negotiation Breakthrough
- President Donald J. Trump recounted threatening tariffs on Denmark and European countries to pressure a Greenland deal and later called them off after talks.[...]
- He described meetings with NATO's Secretary General that led to a concept of a deal and improved security arrangements.
Military Action As Nuclear Deterrent
- President Donald J. Trump emphasized using force as a last resort but described a past military strike on Iran that he says halted their nuclear progress.
- He argued the strike (using B-2 bombers) destroyed targets and deterred Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.