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President Donald Trump speaks with reporters at Joint Base Andrews, Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026, in Joint Base Andrews, Md. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

From Minneapolis to Venezuela, Trump piles up the risks as he faces midterm verdict

President Donald Trump has claimed control of Venezuela, escalated threats to seize Greenland and increased immigration raids in the U.S. These actions have created turmoil as voters prepare for midterm elections that will determine control of Congress. Trump has faced backlash, even from some Republicans, for a criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell. Trump has also expanded U.S. involvement in foreign conflicts, targeting Cuba and Iran. Trump insists he is fulfilling his promises, while Democrats criticize his handling of the economy and his power grabs.

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