California Governor Gavin Newsom, a prominent critic of former President Donald Trump, has announced that he is considering a presidential run in 2028, positioning himself as a strong candidate for the Democratic nomination. This announcement comes at a time when Trump is making waves with aggressive rhetoric regarding global territory, notably his threats to seize Greenland.
As tensions rise, European leaders are working to respond to Trump’s escalating declarations on the matter. Recently, Trump has threatened to impose 10 percent tariffs on eight countries that have opposed the sale of Greenland to the United States, further straining international relations.
Amid the turmoil, Trump has been in communication with key world leaders. He tweeted about a conversation with NATO chief Mark Rutte, where they agreed to meet in Davos to discuss the Greenland situation. Trump shared a text from Rutte expressing admiration for Trump’s actions in Syria and his commitment to addressing the Greenland issue during the upcoming meeting.
Additionally, in a surprising twist, Trump remarked that he is no longer purely interested in peace talks, a sentiment he linked to not winning the Nobel Peace Prize. This year, the award was given to Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, who subsequently presented her medal to Trump, although the Nobel committee clarified that the honor itself remains non-transferable.
As the political landscape shifts, Newsom’s potential candidacy could bring a fresh approach to the Democratic side, especially as the world watches how Trump’s confrontational tactics continue to unfold on the global stage.