Billy Bob Thornton says his role in the series Landman felt deeply personal, citing the character’s emotional complexity. Venezuelan detainees sent—reportedly with U.S. involvement—to a Salvadoran mega-prison have reported being beaten, prompting calls for independent investigations. In a full interview, Sen. Chris Coons warns that the administration’s approach to Greenland could trigger trade tensions and undermine NATO unity if not handled carefully.
Trump To Hold White House Briefing Marking First Year Of Second Term; Thornton Reflects On ‘Landman’; Venezuelans Report Beatings; Coons Warns On Greenland
Trump to speak at White House press briefing to mark first year of second term
Three major stories dominate today’s headlines: President Trump will address the White House to mark the first year of his second term; actor Billy Bob Thornton explains why his role in the series Landman feels deeply personal; and Venezuelan detainees sent by the U.S. to a Salvadoran mega-prison report brutal beatings. Separately, Senator Chris Coons warns that recent moves by the administration could risk trade conflict and strain NATO amid tensions over Greenland.
White House Briefing Marks One Year Of Second Term
The White House has scheduled a press briefing in which President Trump is expected to outline achievements from the first year of his second term and discuss plans for the year ahead. The address will likely cover domestic priorities and foreign policy positions that have shaped the administration’s agenda.
Billy Bob Thornton: Why ‘Landman’ Feels Personal
Billy Bob Thornton tells interviewers that his role in the new series Landman resonates with him on a personal level. He describes the character’s motivations, struggles and moral complexity and explains how elements of the role drew on experiences and emotions he recognizes in his own life. Thornton said portraying the character required deep emotional investment and helped him explore difficult themes around identity and consequence.
Venezuelans Sent To Salvadoran Mega-Prison Report Beatings
Several Venezuelan detainees who were transferred—reportedly with U.S. involvement—to a large Salvadoran prison have said they suffered physical abuse after arrival. Human rights groups and advocates are calling for independent investigations into the transfers and the reported mistreatment. Officials have faced questions about the conditions in the facility and the legal and humanitarian ramifications of international transfers of detainees.
Sen. Chris Coons: Greenland Dispute Could Spark Trade And Security Risks
In a full interview, Senator Chris Coons warned that the administration’s handling of disputes related to Greenland could escalate into broader diplomatic and economic consequences. Coons cautioned that provocative rhetoric and unilateral actions risk provoking a trade backlash and could strain NATO cohesion if allies perceive U.S. actions as unpredictable or adversarial.
What To Watch: Look for the White House briefing for policy details, ongoing reporting on the Salvadoran prison allegations, and any official responses from U.S. or Salvadoran authorities. The full interview with Sen. Coons frames potential diplomatic fallout if tensions are not de-escalated.
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