CNN Anchor Dana Bash Struggles with Trump’s Foreign Policy Announcements [WATCH]

President-elect Donald Trump held a wide-ranging news conference at Mar-a-Lago on Tuesday, unveiling unconventional foreign policy ideas and announcing significant economic investments.

The event, marked by Trump’s trademark rhetoric and bold proposals, left some commentators and officials grappling with his statements.

During the conference, Trump reiterated his interest in acquiring Greenland, an autonomous Danish territory, which he first proposed in 2019. “Greenland is strategically valuable real estate,” Trump said, echoing his earlier remarks.

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The 2019 proposal sparked a diplomatic uproar, with Denmark dismissing the idea as absurd. Trump maintained that Greenland remains “worth exploring” for U.S. interests.

In another striking comment, Trump floated the idea of asserting control over the Panama Canal, citing national security concerns.

When asked whether military action was a possibility to achieve either goal, Trump stated, “No, I can’t assure you on either of those two. But I can say this, we need them for economic security.”

Trump also made headlines by suggesting Canada could potentially join the United States as its 51st state.

While the remark was widely interpreted as humor, it followed his proposal to impose steep tariffs on Canadian imports over trade imbalances and border security issues.

Canadian officials largely dismissed the comments as unserious, though Ontario Premier Doug Ford cautioned against the economic consequences of such tariffs, warning they could disrupt integrated markets between the two countries.

Trump proposed renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the “Gulf of America.” “What a beautiful name,” he remarked. “And it’s appropriate. It’s appropriate.” The suggestion, while symbolic, underscores Trump’s penchant for rebranding geographic and political entities.

Donald Trump says we’re going to be changing the name of The Gulf of Mexico… pic.twitter.com/PEtrOPPizJ

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On the economic front, Trump announced a $20 billion investment from DAMAC Properties, a company led by Emirati billionaire Hussain Sajwani.

The funds will be used to develop data centers across the United States, particularly in the Midwest and Sun Belt regions.

Trump praised the partnership as a step toward bolstering the nation’s infrastructure and technological edge.

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President-elect Donald Trump announced a significant investment deal on Tuesday, revealing that DAMAC Properties, led by Emirati billionaire Hussain Sajwani, will commit at least $20 billion to the United… pic.twitter.com/kOwTZlSw0J

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Turning to the Middle East, Trump issued a stern warning to Hamas regarding hostages they hold. “If those hostages are not released by my inauguration, all hell will break out… And it will not be good for Hamas,” he declared, signaling a strong stance on the issue.

TRUMP: “If those hostages aren’t back by the time I get into office, all hell will break out in the Middle East. And it will not be good for Hamas. They should’ve given them back a long time ago. They should’ve never taken them. There should’ve never been an attack on Oct 7th.” pic.twitter.com/WZ1cAXiGim

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Trump reacted positively to Meta’s recent decision to replace its fact-checking program with “community notes.”

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He called the move “a very good news conference” and said the company has “come a long way.”

When asked about potentially pardoning individuals convicted of violent offenses related to the January 6 Capitol breach, Trump had this to say:

Trump on J6: “I will be making major pardons.” pic.twitter.com/gaietjjiIz

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CNN anchor Dana Bash reacted to the news conference with visible surprise, particularly over Trump’s foreign policy suggestions.

During the segment, she remarked, “Some new information about what he intends to do, or at the very least is not ruling out,” before listing ideas such as “a military invasion to conquer Greenland, the Panama Canal, and perhaps the annexation of the country of Canada.”

CNN’s Dana Bash is Not Handling Trump’s Foreign Policy Announcements Very Well…

President-elect Donald Trump held a wide-ranging news conference at Mar-a-Lago on Tuesday, unveiling unconventional foreign policy ideas and announcing significant economic investments.

The event,… pic.twitter.com/RfWJrv51rK

— RVM News (@redvoicenews) January 7, 2025

The news conference, Trump’s second since his election victory, showcased his characteristic boldness as he prepares to assume office on January 20.

As reactions to his remarks continue to pour in, the event underscores the unconventional approach Trump plans to bring to his second term.

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