In the curious world of politics, 2026 seems to be kicking off with quite the spectacle. The Trump administration, now firmly planted back in the saddle, looks set to tackle everything from deep state conspiracies to foreign policy with its signature bravado. They’ve spent much of 2025 playing political whack-a-mole with bureaucratic foes, but now, it’s time for a game of international tug-of-war.
The world stage is being treated like Trump’s personal playground, with whispers of dramatic operations against unsavory leaders near and far. Take, for instance, the bold exchange between Colombian President Gustavo Petro and Trump. When Petro dared to taunt Trump with a “Come get me,” the President responded with a biting remark about Colombia’s unfortunate cocaine conundrum. Looks like someone poked the bear, or should we say, the eagle.
But the fiesta doesn’t stop in Colombia. Trump has his gaze fixed on Cuba, a beleaguered nation that, according to him, is teetering on the brink of collapse. With the sunny island nation reeling from financial woes due to dwindling support from Venezuela, Trump seems almost gleeful at the prospect of the regime toppling over like a house of cards. How exactly this will unfold remains to be seen, but one suspects it won’t be dull.
Mexico doesn’t escape Trump’s critical lens either. The country’s entanglement with powerful cartels is no secret, and Trump isn’t mincing words about needing to sort out the chaos. With a nod to potential military actions, he seems poised to take decisive steps if the Mexican government can’t—or won’t—get its house in order. Perhaps he sees himself as the sheriff in this wild west saga.
Meanwhile, a peculiar sidebar to this political thriller involves Greenland. Yes, Greenland. Though Trump holds his cards close to his chest on this icy topic, hinting at its strategic importance suffices to fan the flames of curiosity. What’s clear is that there are bigger fish to fry first, but keep your eyes on Denmark’s frosty asset in 20 days, or was it 20 months? Either way, intrigue abounds.
Lastly, the Trump train rolls into domestic territory, targeting Ilhan Omar with serious allegations and calls for deportation. His tirade connects all the dots, from far-away narcotics to Somali piracy, painting a picture of a world rife with nefarious plots. Whether reality matches this vivid narrative is up for debate, but one thing is sure: Trump’s America First policy continues to drum a familiar beat, promising bold moves on the international chessboard.
