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Trump Delivers Midterms Warning to House GOP, Admin Wants to Buy Greenland, DHS in MN: AM Update 1/7

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This is the full, timestamped transcript of "Trump Delivers Midterms Warning to House GOP, Admin Wants to Buy Greenland, DHS in MN: AM Update 1/7", an episode of Megyn Kelly published January 7, 2026 (17 min, about 2,754 words). It mentions 7 people, works and ideas, including Celia Maduro, Doug Lamalfa, SAVE Act, Nicholas Maduro, Chrissy Gnome.

What this episode is about

President Trump warns House Republicans of the political dangers they face in the upcoming midterm elections, emphasizing the need for strong electoral performance to avoid impeachment efforts. Additionally, the Trump administration intensifies its pursuit to acquire Greenland for national security reasons, while the Department of Homeland Security deploys additional agents to Minnesota amid allegations of fraud within the Somali community.

Key takeaways

  • Trump warns GOP: midterms are crucial, or face impeachment—politics is a game of survival.
  • Acquiring Greenland: a wild strategy shift, proving Trump's national security approach knows no bounds.
  • Voter ID legislation: cue the political theater; expect heated debates and divided crowds on 'integrity' issues.
  • Midterm incumbency: history shows power often falters; Trump's pep talk can't mask the daunting odds for GOP.
  • Doug Lamalfa's sudden passing highlights the unpredictable nature of politics—life and legacy can change in an instant.

What is discussed, and when

  1. – 3:00: Birch Gold Group, Doug Lamalfa
  2. – 6:00: SAVE Act, Celia Maduro, Nicholas Maduro
  3. – 9:00: Congressman Tim Burchett, Doug Lamalfa
  4. – 12:00: Celia Maduro, Nicholas Maduro
  5. – 17:18: Chrissy Gnome

Notable quotes from "Trump Delivers Midterms Warning to House GOP, Admin Wants to Buy Greenland, DHS in MN: AM Update 1/7"

  • Republican Congressman Doug Lamalfa unexpectedly passes away. We need Greenland from a national security situation. It's so strategic.
    about Doug Lamalfa · at
  • Ought to pass the safe act or whatever you're going to call is are we going to save Act or the Save America Act? I think we're going to change the name a little bit. You're…
    about SAVE Act · at
  • New York Dan Goldman, this week calling to impeach the president over his arrest of Nicholas Maduro. A few Democrats also pushing last year to impeach Secretary of War Pete…
    about Celia Maduro · at
  • Infrastructure committee, agriculture committee, and natural resources committee. Congressman Tim Burchett of Tennessee, a Republican, posting this tribute to his colleague on X.
    about Congressman Tim Burchett · at
  • Tim Walls, a Democrat, to drop his bid for a third term. On Tuesday morning, Homeland Security Secretary Christy Gnome rolling into Minnesota to personally oversee the…
    about Chrissy Gnome · at

Who and what is mentioned in this episode?

People

Companies & orgs

  • Birch Gold Group — Company · 1 mention · first at
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Full transcript with timestamps

Good morning everyone. I'm Megan Kelly. It's Wednesday, January 7th, 2026, and this is your AM update. Is if we don't win the midterms, I mean, they'll find a reason to impeach me.

President Trump has a warning for his GOP House colleagues as lawmakers gear up for the midterm election season. Republican Congressman Doug Lamalfa unexpectedly passes away. We need Greenland from a national security situation. It's so strategic.

The Trump administration accelerates its push to acquire Greenland one way or another. And the Department of Homeland Security surges 2,000 agents to Minneapolis and St. Paul following rampant fraud allegations among the Somali community. All that and more coming up in just a moment on your AM update. A new year means new financial goals like making sure your savings are secure and diversified. Will this be the year you decide to talk to someone from Birch Gold Group? They use an educational approach with a deep understanding of macroeconomics.

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President Trump yesterday delivering a start of the year pep talk to House GOP members as the 2026 midterm season is officially underway. The president openly acknowledging a hard political reality, the party in power almost always struggles in the midterms following the presidential election, often stalling the president's agenda. Rather than downplaying the risk, President Trump framing it as an opportunity to make history, arguing that his first year in office has created momentum he believes can lead to victory if Republicans deliver on core priorities. And I want to wish everybody a happy new year, the most successful House Republican majority in decades.

And we did it with not a big majority. So together, we had 12 months of unprecedented success in 2025. And now we're going to make history and break records with the epic midterm victory that we're going to pull off. It just doesn't seem to happen for people to win the presidency. It's an amazing phenomena. And we sure as hell are having a successful presidency. I will say that. But even if it's successful, they don't win. I don't know what it is. There's something psychological.

President Trump urging lawmakers to focus on reminding voters of critical White House wins like securing the border and delivering most favored nation drug pricing, which lowers the cost of prescription medications. Mr. Trump also imploring House members to bring a vote on federal voter ID legislation.

But we have to have voter ID. And you know, when you confront a Democrat about voter ID, like in a debate or something, they're very embarrassed when they say, "We want voter ID." Voter identification. There's the only reason somebody doesn't want that is because they want to cheat. Our [snorts] elections are crooked as hell. And you can win not only win elections over that and not only win future elections, but you'll win every debate because the public is really angry about it. And you ought to you ought to pass the safe act or whatever you're going to call is are we going to save Act or the Save America Act? I think we're going to change the name a little bit. You're going to put that up for a vote. I think everybody in this room certainly should do it. And it's a bad vote for them. But when somebody says, "No, we don't want voter ID." That means they're crooked. and the public understands it. You win elections with

that. Concerns about election integrity growing in recent years, fueled by COVID era changes to voting procedures, including expanded mail-in balloting. As of now, each state sets its own requirements, deciding what, if any, ID is required to cast a vote. The SAVE Act would require voters to provide proof of US citizenship in order to vote in federal elections rather than simply attesting to being a citizen. The president concluding his remarks with a warning about what's likely to come if Democrats retake the House.

You got to win the midterms because if we don't win the midterms, it's just going to be I mean, they'll find a reason to impeach me. I'll get impeached. They are mean and smart, but fortunately for you, they have horrible policy. We have great solid common sense policy. They have horrendous policy. What they do is they stick together. They never have a no vote. They impeached me. I never knew I was going to be impeached. I get a phone call. You just got impeached. I said, "What does that mean?" It took them 10 minutes.

They impeached the president of the who did a damn good job. I rebuilt our military space force. I got everything. I did a lot. They impeached me for nothing. Twice for nothing. Some Democrats, including US Congressman from New York Dan Goldman, this week calling to impeach the president over his arrest of Nicholas Maduro. A few Democrats also pushing last year to impeach Secretary of War Pete Hegsath for ordering strikes on alleged drug vessels. House Minority Leader Hakee Jeff at the time saying he did not back the effort as Democrats did not control the House. The midterm election is set for Tuesday, November 3rd.

US Congressman from California, Republican Doug Lamalfa, passing away unexpectedly yesterday at age 65. The B County Sheriff's Office in Northern California, responding to a 911 call from his home in Richvale on Monday night. Political reporting the congressman suffered an aneurysm and a heart attack after being taken into emergency surgery. Republicans close to Mr. Lalfa reportedly unaware of any prior health issues and shocked by the sudden passing of their colleague. The B County Sheriff's Office releasing a statement, quote, "In accordance with standard protocols, the coroner's unit is conducting an investigation to determine the cause of death." The congressman, a fourth generation rice farmer, sat on the transportation and infrastructure committee, agriculture committee, and natural resources committee. Congressman Tim Burchett of Tennessee, a Republican, posting this tribute to his colleague on X.

I mean, this guy saw the earth. He was the epitome of what a true conservative was. Uh, I can't tell you how devastating a blow this will be to his family and just Congress and and all all of us. Anyway, say a prayer for his family for some peace. President Trump yesterday morning echoing a similar sentiment.

I want to express our tremendous sorrow at the loss of a great member, great great great member, Congressman Doug Lamala. He was the leader of the Western Caucus, a fierce champion on California water issues and a true defender of American children. He was a defender of everybody and our hearts go out to his wife, Jill, and his entire family. You know, he voted with me 100% of the time.

Representative Lamalfa is survived by his wife Jill and four children and recently became a grandfather. Lalfa's passing brings the already narrow GOP House majority to an even tighter margin. Republicans now at 218 to Democrats 213. Under California law, Governor Gavin Newsome has two weeks to call a special election to fill the seat held by Congressman Lamalfa since 2013. Once announced, the election must be held within 140 days, potentially placing the election in June. The recent passage of California's new congressional maps will likely make it harder for a Republican to retain the seat in November's elections.

Coming up, President Trump is ready to take Greenland for real, and DHS surges agents into Minneapolis following reports of extensive fraud allegedly perpetrated by its Somali community. I've been talking a lot about Riverbend Ranch because I love their steaks. They have some spectacular beef bundles that are wonderful gifts to friends and family. Their prime rib roast and other bundles are only available while supplies last and they are going fast. For the last 35 years, Riverbend Ranch has been creating an elite Angus herd by using ultrasound technology to identify genetically superior cattle with a focus on flavor and tenderness. They only use the top 1 or 2% of the entire Angus population as their breeding stock, producing beef that has much more flavor and tenderness than your average Angus beef. All Riverben Ranch cattle are born and raised in the USA, and the beef is processed right at the ranch in their

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Kicle Phillips, and Exxon Mobile among others at the White House Friday to quote discuss making significant investments in Venezuela's oil sector. President Trump has his eye not only on Venezuelan oil, but also on Greenland. European leaders shuddering as President Trump once again renews his focus on acquiring the Arctic territory after the Venezuela operation and the White House's new embrace of the Dawn Road doctrine or the right to control the strategic direction of the Western Hemisphere. The Trump administration showing it will not hesitate to act on matters it considers a priority.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio stating it plainly in the press conference following the Maduro mission. We have a president. The 47th president of the United States is not a game player. When he tells you that he's going to do something, when he's tells you he's going to address a problem, he means it. He actions it.

President Trump throughout the weekend putting a number of countries like Colombia, Cuba, and Mexico on notice while adding this Sunday night aboard Air Force One.

I will say this about Greenland. We need Greenland from a national security situation. It's so strategic right now. Greenland is covered with Russian and Chinese ships all over the place. We need Greenland from the standpoint of national security and Denmark is not going to be able to do it. I can tell you, you know what Denmark did recently to boost up security on Greenland? They added one more dog sled. It's true.

They thought that was a great move. We need Greenland from the standpoint of national security and the European Union needs us to have it and they know that

Greenland, the world's largest island and semiautonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark, sits at a strategic crossroads between North America and Europe directly across the Arctic Ocean from Russia. The US currently operates a military base in Greenland, a key site for missile warnings and defense as well as space surveillance. Greenland is also home to troves of natural resources, including untapped reserves of key rare earth minerals critical for developing sophisticated electronics and military equipment and major oil and gas reserves. Last year, Denmark's prime minister offering to allow the US to increase its military presence in Greenland as a compromise. Political reporting yesterday, the offer has gained little traction. A European defense official saying, quote, "The White House is not interested." On Sunday, the Danish prime minister releasing a statement, quote, "It makes

absolutely no sense to talk about the need for the United States to take over Greenland. The US has no right to annex one of the three countries in the Danish realm." Press Secretary Caroline Levitt releasing a statement yesterday, quote, "The president and his team are discussing a range of options to pursue this important foreign policy goal, and of course, utilizing the US military is always an option at the commander-in-chief's disposal." The clearest statement to date from the White House suggesting military force could be on the table. The Wall Street Journal reporting Secretary Rubio told lawmakers yesterday morning that there is no imminent invasion. Rather, the goal is to simply buy Greenland from Denmark. One official telling Reuters a number of ideas are in consideration, including purchasing the territory or forming what's known as a compact of free association with Greenland's

government. The US has similar agreements with several other small island nations, allowing them to retain sovereignty while the US controls their defense policy and provides financial assistance. Denmark and Greenland yesterday requesting a meeting with Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Yet another job for the busy top diplomat. 2026 off to an exciting start. The Department of Homeland Security conducting its largest operation ever in Minnesota. On Sunday, DHS surging 2,000 additional ICE and Homeland Security Investigations agents focused on transnational crimes to Minneapolis and St. Paul. The influx coming after weeks of reporting on what some are calling the largest fraud scheme in history, allegedly perpetrated largely by members of Minnesota's Somali community.

Prosecutors estimating the fraud could amount to $9 billion, though President Trump earlier this week suggesting the number might be far higher. A late December report by independent journalist Nick Shirley going mega viral, exposing Somaliun daycare and health centers in Minneapolis, allegedly receiving millions in taxpayer funding while seemingly providing few if any services. The scandal reaching a fever pitch in Minnesota, prompting Governor Tim Walls, a Democrat, to drop his bid for a third term. On Tuesday morning, Homeland Security Secretary Christy Gnome rolling into Minnesota to personally oversee the operation, which is expected to last 30 days, per CBS News. DHS posting videos showing dozens of heavily armed agents rounding up suspected illegal immigrants for processing. The Daily Wire reports ICE is positioning planes to quickly fly detainees from Minnesota to other parts of the country that have available

detention space for deportation. Governor Walsh yesterday at a press conference on his decision to end his re-election campaign, slamming the operation.

The war that's being waged against Minnesota, you're seeing it. We have a ridiculous surge of apparently 2,000 people not coordinating with us that are for a show of the cameras. We are under assault like no other time in our state's history because of a petty vile administration that doesn't care about um the well-being of motans.

CBS News echoing additional criticism from Governor Walls, pressing Secretary Gnome without a hint of irony on whether such a large operation is a responsible use of taxpayer dollars.

2,000 agents is enormous. It is. How do you justify that to the American taxpayer?

Uh the American taxpayer um is grateful that that resource allocation has been put here. We've never seen this kind of fraudulent and abuse of programs before in recent history.

News Nation reporting nearly 34,000 illegal immigrants in Minnesota have been given final orders of removal, meaning they've been ordered by a judge to get out, but they're still here. Approximately 11,000 of those have criminal convictions. And that'll do it for your AM update. I'm Megan Kelly. Join me back here for the MK show live on SiriusXM's The Megan Kelly channel 111 at noon east on youtube.com/megan Kelly and on all podcast platforms.

Questions about this episode

What is "Trump Delivers Midterms Warning to House GOP, Admin Wants to Buy Greenland, DHS in MN: AM Update 1/7" about?

President Trump warns House Republicans of the political dangers they face in the upcoming midterm elections, emphasizing the need for strong electoral performance to avoid impeachment efforts. Additionally, the Trump administration intensifies its pursuit to acquire Greenland for national security reasons, while the Department of Homeland Security deploys additional agents to Minnesota amid…

What is mentioned in this Megyn Kelly episode?

7 people, works and ideas are mentioned, including Celia Maduro, Doug Lamalfa, SAVE Act, Nicholas Maduro, Chrissy Gnome, Birch Gold Group. Each one on this page links to its own page with every episode that mentions it.

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The episode runs 17 min; the transcript is about 2,754 words in 32 timestamped sections.

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