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Jeff’s Wednesday Morning Monologue(010725): Greenland and Sen. Shaheen on Venezuela

Posted on January 7, 2026 by Tom Novak

The term ‘Greenland’ was a top Google search for New Hampshire. Why?

President Trump has publicly stated again his desire to move the island of Greenland under the control of the USA, with the primary need being stated as national security.

The Morning Update host, Jeff Chidester, has a little fun with this scenario. Jeff also shares comments from NH Senator Shaheen on the seizure of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.

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