Global News Podcast Trump pushes back at European resistance over Greenland
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Jan 20, 2026 
David Willis, BBC North America correspondent, discusses Trump’s aggressive stance on Greenland and his threats to impose tariffs. Rahul Tandon, a BBC journalist focusing on cost-of-living issues, highlights rising grocery prices and stagnant wages impacting American households. Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine shares his harrowing experience of going into hiding due to safety concerns after contentious elections. The conversation also touches on potential UK social media regulations for youth, illustrating the complex interplay of politics and everyday life.
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Greenland Threats Escalate Diplomatic Tensions
- Donald Trump repeatedly threatened tariffs and refused to rule out force to gain control of Greenland, escalating tensions with Europe.
- David Willis suggests this may reflect Trump's negotiating style of keeping others guessing and reacting strongly to perceived challenges.
US History Of Buying Territory
- Tim Marshall traced US territorial expansion through purchases like the Louisiana Purchase and Alaska to show buying land has historical precedent.
- He noted Truman once offered Denmark $100 million for Greenland, which Denmark refused then as now.
Economic Growth Masks Cost-Of-Living Pain
- Despite strong macroeconomic indicators, many Americans feel squeezed by rising everyday costs like groceries and meat.
- Experts point to stagnant wage growth and higher living costs as drivers of this affordability crisis.
