Archive · 19 Jan 2026
Trump Reacts to Nobel Peace Prize Snub
President Trump was upset because he didn't get the Nobel Peace Prize, even though he thinks he deserves it for stopping wars and helping Venezuela.
He told Norway's prime minister that he doesn't have to think about peace all the time anymore.
He also said the U.S. should control Greenland because he thinks it's not safe with Denmark.
The prime minister reminded Trump that the Nobel Prize is given by an independent committee, not the government.
A leader from Venezuela, Maria Corina Machado, gave Trump her Nobel Peace Prize medal to thank him for his support.
President Trump expressed disappointment over not receiving the Nobel Peace Prize, stating he no longer feels obligated to prioritize peace.
Trump reiterated his desire for the U.S. to take control of Greenland, citing security concerns.
Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store confirmed the authenticity of Trump's message and clarified that the Nobel Peace Prize is awarded by an independent committee.
Trump had campaigned hard for the Nobel Peace Prize, claiming his efforts stopped eight wars.
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado dedicated her Nobel Peace Prize to Trump and gave him her medal.
- Who
- US President Donald Trump, Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store, Nobel Foundation
- What
- Trump's reaction to not receiving the Nobel Peace Prize and his message to Norway's PM about Greenland
- When
- The message was published on Monday
- Where
- The message was sent to Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store
- Why
- Trump felt snubbed by the Nobel Peace Prize decision and expressed his views on Greenland's control
White House
Nobel Foundation
Trump's Nobel Peace Prize Eligibility
White House
Trump deserves the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts to end global conflicts and support for Venezuelan democracy.
Nobel Foundation
Nobel Prizes cannot be passed on or further distributed, and the decision is final.
- White House Official
- Steven Cheung
- Venezuelan Opposition Leader
- Maria Corina Machado
- Nobel Peace Prize Year
- 2025
- Trump's Response
- Acknowledged the gesture as a symbol of mutual respect
- Nobel Foundation's Stance
- Prizes cannot be symbolically passed on or further distributed
- Trump's Message to Norway PM
- He no longer feels an obligation to think purely of peace after not receiving the Nobel Peace Prize.
- Greenland Control
- Trump reiterated his desire for the U.S. to take control of Greenland.
- Norwegian PM's Response
- The Nobel Peace Prize is awarded by an independent Nobel Committee, not the Norwegian government.
