The Megyn Kelly Show — AM Update (Jan 7, 2026)

Episode: Trump Delivers Midterms Warning to House GOP, Admin Wants to Buy Greenland, DHS in MN
Host: Megyn Kelly (SiriusXM)
Date: January 7, 2026

Episode Overview

This episode of The Megyn Kelly Show provides a fast-moving AM update on the top political stories of the day. The main themes are President Trump’s high-stakes strategy for the upcoming 2026 midterms, the administration’s revived push to acquire Greenland, and an unprecedented Department of Homeland Security operation in Minnesota following allegations of massive fraud in the Somali community. The episode also covers the unexpected passing of GOP Rep. Doug LaMalfa and ongoing developments in U.S. foreign policy.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Trump’s Midterms Pep Talk & Warning (00:39–06:07)

• Trump’s Candid Warning: President Trump emphasizes to House GOP the critical importance of maintaining control in the 2026 midterm elections. He warns openly about the risk of impeachment should Democrats retake the House.
  • Quote: “Because if we don't win the midterms, I mean they'll find a reason to impeach me.” — President Trump (00:39)
• Midterms as a Historical Challenge: Trump acknowledges the trend of the party in power struggling in midterms, framing it as an opportunity for Republicans to make history.
  • Quote: “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 (02:59)
• Policy Victories Highlighted: Trump urges GOP to rally around signature achievements:
  • Securing the southern border
  • Achieving Most Favored Nation drug pricing
  • Pushing for federal voter ID (the “SAVE Act” or “Save America Act”) requiring proof of citizenship to vote
• Election Integrity Focus: Trump doubles down on voter ID, positioning its opponents as endorsing fraud.
  • Quote: “The only reason somebody doesn't want [voter] ID is because they want to cheat. Our elections are crooked as hell... the public is really angry about it.” — President Trump (03:52)
• Impeachment Fears: Trump warns of likely impeachment if GOP loses, referencing prior impeachments and criticizing Democrats’ discipline and policy.
  • Quote: “You got to win the midterms because if we don't... they'll find a reason to impeach me. I'll get impeached... They impeached the president, who did a damn good job... twice for nothing.” — President Trump (05:17)

2. The Sudden Death of Rep. Doug LaMalfa (06:07–08:22)

• Unexpected Passing: GOP Rep. Doug LaMalfa of California dies suddenly at 65; had served on key House committees.
• Tributes:
  • Rep. Tim Burchett: “[LaMalfa] was the epitome of what a true conservative was... say a prayer for his family for some peace.” (07:29)
  • President Trump: “He was the leader of the Western Caucus, a fierce champion on California water issues and a true defender of American children... he voted with me 100% of the time.” (07:56)
• Narrowing GOP Margin: His death reduces the GOP’s House majority to 218-213, making special election and November races even more significant.

3. Trump’s Foreign Policy Gambits — Venezuela & Greenland (08:22–12:42)

• Venezuela Raid & Oil Strategy:
  • U.S. forces extract Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro; Trump announces sale of Venezuelan oil to benefit both Venezuelans and Americans.
  • Meeting planned with major U.S. oil companies about investment in Venezuela.
• Greenland Acquisition Effort:
  • Strategic Justification: Trump pushes the idea of acquiring Greenland for U.S. national security—citing Russian and Chinese presence, natural resources, and the territory’s strategic Arctic location.
    • Quote: “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.” — President Trump (12:02)
  • Humorous Critique: “You know what Denmark did recently to boost up security in Greenland? They added one more dog sled. It's true.” — (12:23)
  • Possible Paths: White House considers outright purchase or forming a “compact of free association” with Greenland, as with other island nations; military force not ruled out but invasion not imminent.
• Danish and European Pushback: Denmark and Greenland strongly oppose the idea; EU alarmed, but U.S. presses its interests.

4. DHS Surge in Minnesota Over Fraud Allegations (12:42–16:40)

• National Security Operation: DHS deploys 2,000 agents to Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota, focusing on alleged $9 billion fraud linked to Somali-run organizations (particularly daycare and health centers).
• Political Fallout:
  • Governor Tim Walz (D-MN) announces he’ll drop his re-election bid, lambasting the DHS operation as “a war... being waged against Minnesota.”
    • Quote: “We are under assault like no other time in our state's history because of a petty, vile administration that doesn't care about the well being of Minnesotans.” — Gov. Tim Walz (16:17)
  • DHS describes operation as justified by historic scale of fraud and high number of illegal immigrants ordered removed but still in Minnesota.
• Local and National Reactions: DHS Secretary Kristi Noem personally oversees 30-day operation; reports of planes ready for mass deportations; critics question resource use, while DHS cites need to address “unprecedented” fraud.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Trump on Impeachment Threat:
  “Because if we don't win the midterms, I mean they'll find a reason to impeach me.” (00:39)

• Trump Reflects on Presidential Impeachments:
  “They impeached the president, who did a damn good job... twice for nothing.” (05:17)

• Rep. Tim Burchett Pays Tribute to LaMalfa:
  “He was the epitome of what a true conservative was... say a prayer for his family for some peace.” (07:29)

• Trump Explains Greenland Push:
  “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.” (12:02)

• Gov. Walz on DHS Operation:
  “We are under assault like no other time in our state's history because of a petty, vile administration that doesn't care about the well being of Minnesotans.” (16:17)

Important Timestamps & Segments

• 00:39: Trump issues midterm warning to House GOP (“they’ll find a reason to impeach me”)
• 02:59: Trump frames the midterms as an opportunity to break historical patterns
• 03:52: Trump’s voter ID pitch and claims about election integrity
• 05:17: Trump discusses impeachment, prior experiences, and the importance of GOP unity
• 06:07–08:22: Announcement and tributes regarding Rep. Doug LaMalfa’s sudden death
• 08:22–12:42: U.S. policy moves: Venezuela oil, “Buy Greenland” push, military options floated
• 12:42–16:40: DHS Operation in Minnesota, Governor’s backlash, ICE removals

Episode Tone & Style

Megyn Kelly delivers the news with her characteristic blend of candor and urgency, moving briskly between big national stories. Trump’s remarks retain their directness and flair, mixing bravado, humor, and combative warnings. Contributors and quoted officials speak with seriousness, often amplifying either praise or criticism in strongly personal or rhetorical terms.

For Listeners Skipping the Episode

This update captures the high-stakes political moment: the GOP’s shrinking House majority, Trump’s aggressive midterms strategy and outsized foreign policy plays, the unprecedented use of federal power domestically in Minnesota, and the reverberations across Congress, the administration, and the public. The episode’s rapid-fire format ensures you’re caught up on 2026’s most pressing political storylines and the underlying controversies.