Walz appeals for deescalation amid MN chaos, Maria Machado gives Nobel medal to Trump during WH visit, European allies send troops to Greenland amid Trump threats, And More: 1.16.26 - Rising Recap

Podcast: Rising

Published: 2026-01-16

Duration: 50 minutes

Guests: Maria Corina Machado

Summary

Governor Tim Walz calls for de-escalation in Minneapolis amidst federal enforcement actions, while Maria Corina Machado presents her Nobel Peace Prize to Trump at the White House. Meanwhile, European allies deploy troops to Greenland in response to Trump's interest in the territory.

What Happened

Governor Tim Walz of Minnesota urged de-escalation in Minneapolis following aggressive federal immigration enforcement actions and two federal agent-involved shootings. He called on President Trump to refrain from deploying the U.S. military, emphasizing that this approach is not representative of the community's values. President Trump considered invoking the Insurrection Act, which would expand federal troops' authority over Minnesota law enforcement.

Maria Corina Machado, a Venezuelan opposition leader, visited the White House and presented President Trump with her Nobel Peace Prize for his assistance in Venezuela. This gesture was symbolic as the Nobel Institute does not permit the transfer of awards. Machado also expressed concerns to congressional leaders about Venezuela's interim president, Delcy Rodriguez.

European leaders have sent troops to Greenland in support of Denmark due to increased U.S. interest in acquiring the territory. This move is a response to President Trump's ongoing discussions about purchasing Greenland, which has strategic importance due to a U.S. space base for intercepting and tracking Russian missiles.

President Trump unveiled the 'Great Health Care Plan' aimed at reducing healthcare costs by redirecting subsidy dollars directly to Americans. The plan seeks to address the issue of inflated healthcare costs due to a lack of price transparency in hospitals and concerns about cheaper insurance plans not covering pre-existing conditions.

In the Texas Democratic Senate primary, a new poll shows James Talarico leading Jasmine Crockett by nine points, with strong support from Hispanic and white voters. This race is closely watched as the economy, immigration, and threats to democracy are top issues for Texas voters.

Controversy arose as Candace Owens made claims about Charlie Kirk's death, suggesting he believed he was a time traveler. Her comments were met with criticism on social media for being outlandish and disrespectful.

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