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World on Edge: Trump Threatens Force as Crises Explode

Trump Administration Indicts Journalists, Sparks Global Protests and Scandals

The Trump administration's actions both domestically and internationally sparked a series of controversies, including the indictment of journalists, threats of federal intervention in Democratic cities, and fallout from newly released documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, according to multiple news sources.

Don Lemon, a former CNN host, and Georgia Fort, an independent journalist, were indicted by the Trump Justice Department for their coverage of a Minneapolis protest, Vox reported on January 30, 2026. The indictments drew immediate criticism and raised concerns about press freedom under the Trump administration.

Adding to the domestic tensions, President Trump stated that federal forces would not intervene in Democratic-led cities facing protests unless explicitly requested by local authorities, NPR News reported. This decision, conveyed through Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, highlighted the ongoing debate about the role of federal intervention in local law enforcement and its potential impact on civil liberties. The President also affirmed the protection of federal buildings against perceived threats.

Internationally, the release of U.S. government files on Jeffrey Epstein continued to cause repercussions, Fortune reported. The documents, part of a massive release by the Justice Department, detailed Epstein's interactions with numerous powerful figures in politics, business, and philanthropy after his release from jail. The revelations led to the resignation of a Slovakian official and renewed pressure in Britain for Prince Andrew to cooperate with U.S. investigators regarding his relationship with Epstein.

Meanwhile, hundreds of Danish veterans protested silently at the US Embassy in Copenhagen, Euronews reported. The veterans were angered by the Trump administration's belittling of allied sacrifices and perceived threats to Greenland's autonomy. Many of the veterans served alongside US troops and felt betrayed by the administration's dismissive comments. They planted flags bearing the names of fallen soldiers to honor their contributions.

In Norway, Marius Borg Høiby, the stepson of Norway's Crown Prince Haakon, was facing a high-profile trial on 38 charges, including rape, assault, and drug offenses, BBC World reported. The trial, expected to last seven weeks, has drawn significant media attention, raising concerns about the royal family's image as role models, despite the palace emphasizing Høiby's non-royal status.

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