Trump's Controversial Moves Shape U.S. and Global Politics

Donald Trump, set to assume the presidency in January, faces backlash over domestic and international policies while allies and appointees draw scrutiny.

The U.S. House Ethics Committee released a report implicating Trump ally Matt Gaetz in alleged crimes including sex trafficking and drug use, with 'substantial evidence' of wrongdoing.
Donald Trump renewed his controversial push for U.S. control over Greenland, citing strategic and security interests, despite strong opposition from Greenland and Denmark.
President Joe Biden commuted 37 federal death sentences to life imprisonment, reinforcing his stance against capital punishment before leaving office.
Elon Musk, a close Trump ally, faces criticism for endorsing Germany's far-right AfD party and influencing political debates globally, including in Britain and South America.
Congress narrowly avoided a government shutdown after last-minute negotiations, following disruptions caused by Trump and Elon Musk opposing earlier budget agreements.