Politics

President Trump threatens to invoke the Insurrection Act to send troops to Minneapolis following violent anti-ICE protests and federal agent shootings.

Canada removes the 100% tariff on Chinese EV imports, replacing it with a 6.1% rate for the first 49,000 units. PM Mark Carney announced the move in Beijing.

Lt. Gen. Francis Donovan, Trump's Southcom nominee, resisted Senate pressure to adopt a military-first plan against China's growing footprint in Latin America.

The Trump administration is deploying influencers to Minnesota to justify its 2026 immigration policies. Discover how the White House is reshaping political communication.

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was sentenced to 5 years in prison on Jan 16, 2026, for obstruction of justice following his 2024 martial law attempt.

President Trump's 2026 healthcare plan focuses on lowering drug costs and expanding HSAs, but fails to address the insurance premium spikes affecting millions.

South Korea's National Assembly passed a revision to the Military Personnel Management Act, allowing disciplinary action against JCS chairmen and Army chiefs of staff.

US Special Envoy announces the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire in 2026. A Trump-led Board of Peace will oversee a new technocratic government amid local skepticism.

Saudi Arabia and Gulf nations are lobbying the US to avoid a strike on Iran in January 2026. Discover why regional powers fear Trump's military threats.

President Donald Trump warns he may invoke the Insurrection Act of 1807 to deploy troops to Minnesota amid ICE protests. Learn about the legal context and political backlash.

Analysis of the Trump Venezuela oil strategy in 2026. Explore why Venezuela's heavy crude is vital for US refineries and the potential impact on global markets.

On Jan 16, 2026, Japan's CDP and Komeito formed the 'Centrist Reform Alliance' to challenge PM Takaichi in the upcoming snap election. Read the full political analysis.