Next Up with Mark Halperin Trump’s Greenland End Game and His Showdown with Europe and NATO, Plus Iran’s Next Chapter Revealed, with Ben Ferguson, Yemisi Egbewole, and Morton Halperin
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Jan 15, 2026 
Joining the discussion are Morton Halperin, a seasoned national security analyst; Ben Ferguson, a conservative commentator; and Yemisi Egbewole, a Democratic strategist. They dive into Trump's controversial interest in Greenland, exploring its implications for NATO and European relations. Morton outlines a cautious U.S. strategy towards Iran, advocating for support of democratic change without military intervention. The panel also debates party divisions, Trump's political legacy, and differing perspectives on Venezuela's future, encapsulating a tumultuous political landscape.
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Economic Reality Makes Greenland A Money Drain
- Greenland relies heavily on Denmark for healthcare, policing, and half its revenue.
- Any U.S. takeover would be costly and likely require massive subsidies or long transition spending.
Europe Pushback Turns Greenland Into A Transatlantic Clash
- European countries publicly opposed U.S. threats and sent forces to Greenland as a symbolic rebuke.
- The global reaction underscores that Trump's rhetoric risks diplomatic isolation on Arctic policy.
Foreign Ministers Rushed Out To Smoke After Meeting
- Mark recounts the Danish and Greenlandic foreign ministers sprinting outside the White House to smoke after their meeting.
- He uses the scene to underline the awkward, tense outcome of talks with the Trump administration.