Trump's calls for Taking Greenland face opposition by GOP leaders

Watch on YouTube ↗  |  January 08, 2026 at 18:13  |  6:45  |  Bloomberg Markets
Speakers
Wendy Schiller — Professor at Brown University

Summary

Wendy Schiller discusses the political and legal constraints on the Trump administration's foreign policy moves, especially Greenland and Venezuela, and the domestic political fallout from the ICE shooting in Minneapolis. She explains Congress's role in treaty approval and war powers, Republican election-year concerns, and voter disapproval of ICE tactics. No investment or market trade ideas are presented.

  • Wendy Schiller reacts to Trump administration pressure on Greenland and Venezuela.
  • Greenland acquisition would require congressional and Senate approval and faces GOP Senate pushback.
  • Venezuela military action is described as currently within War Powers Act limits but politically sensitive.
  • The Minneapolis ICE shooting is discussed as a possible political liability.
  • Schiller notes 63% disapproval of ICE tactics and potential organizing effects.
  • Republican lawmakers face election-year risks and pressure from Trump's primary influence.
  • The discussion is political and legal rather than investment-focused.
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