Rising Trump links Greenland grab push with Nobel Prize snub?, Bill Maher bashes Golden Globes , Don Lemon put 'on notice' by DOJ, And More: 1.20.26
Jan 20, 2026
Kara Swisher critiques tech billionaires fleeing California over a new wealth tax. Trump links his Greenland ambitions to a perceived Nobel Prize snub, sparking debate. Bill Maher slams the Golden Globes for snubbing popular podcaster Joe Rogan. Public distrust grows over the government's handling of Epstein documents. Don Lemon faces scrutiny from the DOJ after his contentious coverage of an ICE protest. Plus, Josh Shapiro reveals surprising questions from Kamala Harris's vetting team about his ties to Israel.
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Tech Wealth Built California's Success
- Robby Soave argues that tech wealth, not California, created much of the state's prosperity and mobility of billionaires is an expected market response.
- He warns that punitive retroactive taxes will drive entrepreneurs to friendlier states or countries, reducing local economic benefits.
Fix Loopholes Instead Of Retroactive Wealth Tax
- Lindsey Granger suggests policy alternatives to a wealth tax like aligning capital gains with ordinary income and ending step-up basis to close loopholes.
- She frames these reforms as fairer ways to raise revenue without prompting mass departures.
Personal Grievance Shapes Dangerous Greenland Rhetoric
- Trump linked his Greenland push to being snubbed for a Nobel Peace Prize, which Lindsey called petty and damaging to alliances.
- Robby and Lindsey agree aggressive rhetoric risks harming U.S. standing and complicating relations with NATO and Europe.
