Deadline: White House “Shattering the Western Alliance”
Jan 19, 2026
Bill Taylor, a former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine, warns that Trump's Greenland ambitions threaten NATO trust. Retired Lieutenant General Mark Hurling discusses the legal and military implications of seizing territory from allies. U.S. Representative Madeline Dean shares her experiences from a bipartisan delegation in Denmark, highlighting allies' confusion over U.S. actions. The conversation dives into the strategic versus personal motives behind Trump's moves, underscoring the potential risks to international alliances. Expect fascinating insights on diplomacy, military strategy, and congressional powers.
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Greenland Crisis Damages NATO Trust
- Donald Trump's Greenland push and tariff threats risk fracturing NATO and transatlantic trust.
- Allies view U.S. reliability as damaged, which advantages adversaries like Russia and China.
Legality Limits Military Action
- Orders to seize allied territory would likely violate international and domestic law.
- Military commanders must consider legality before following unlawful orders regarding Greenland.
NATO Is The Proper Security Framework
- NATO is the appropriate framework to secure Greenland against Russia or China.
- Undermining NATO reduces collective defense effectiveness and invites adversary advantage.