The DSR Network DSR Daily January 20: World Responds to Trump’s Saber-Rattling
Jan 20, 2026
The podcast dives into the Justice Department's investigation of protests in Minnesota, sparking discussions about civil rights. Tensions rise as President Trump hints at deploying the military under the Insurrection Act. The hosts also analyze the ongoing Greenland dispute and its implications for NATO and transatlantic trade. Additionally, President Sheinbaum of Mexico vocalizes concerns over U.S. military maneuvers affecting sovereignty. Lastly, U.S. cardinals critique the administration's foreign policies, adding a moral dimension to the political landscape.
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Protests As Pretext For Power
- The Trump administration is using protests as pretexts to expand executive power and intimidate opposition.
- David Rothkopf warns this could enable domestic troop deployments and reduce democratic accountability.
Greenland Push Risks Transatlantic Rift
- Trump's Greenland push and threats have triggered an unprecedented transatlantic crisis and market alarm.
- Rothkopf suggests Europe may start moving away from relying on the U.S. for security and economics.
Neighbors Nervous Over U.S. Saber-Rattling
- Mexico is uneasy about U.S. military movements and broader regional saber-rattling.
- Rothkopf argues U.S. behavior is eroding trust among neighbors like Mexico and Canada.