The Fox News Rundown From Washington: Arctic Sovereignty and the Davos Standoff
Jan 24, 2026
Brooke Rollins, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, on food affordability, SNAP changes, and USDA policy. Peter Doocy, senior White House correspondent, on Greenland negotiations, Davos diplomacy, and U.S. defense posture. They discuss tariffs, rare earths, Space Force interests, SNAP fraud findings, and plans to shield benefits during possible shutdowns.
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Greenland Framed As Strategic Defense Win
- President Trump framed a new Greenland framework as giving the U.S. permanent access for Golden Dome interceptors and defense assets.
- The announcement aimed to reassure allies while preserving U.S. strategic positioning in the Arctic.
Preventing Rival Arctic Footprints
- Peter Doocy emphasized U.S. concerns about Russia and China gaining Arctic influence through Greenland.
- The administration seeks commitments preventing rival powers from placing similar systems nearby.
AI Risks Factor Into Defense Moves
- Doocy raised AI risks tied to military launch systems as a security concern behind the push for Arctic defenses.
- The U.S. wants guardrails before advanced systems can influence missile or launch decisions.