Trump says Norway has 'indelible stain' for not awarding him Nobel Peace Prize
United States President Donald Trump lashed out at Norway after the Norwegian Nobel Committee bypassed him for the annual Nobel Peace Prize, which was instead awarded to a United Nations judge. Speaking to rallygoers in Syracuse, New York, Trump called the decision a disgraceful and embarrassing choice that leaves an indelible stain on Norway, the host country of the committee. Trump has frequently voiced frustration regarding his failure to win the prize throughout his presidency.
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- ✓ President Donald Trump complained that the Norwegian Nobel Committee chose not to award him the annual Peace Prize.
- ✓ Trump told rallygoers in Syracuse, New York, that the committee decision leaves an indelible stain on the country of Norway.
- ✓ The Nobel Peace Prize for the year was awarded to a UN judge.
- ✓ Trump has expressed disappointment each year of his presidency that he failed to win the prize.
What changed
President Trump publicly criticized Norway and the Nobel committee in a speech after learning he was passed over for this year's peace prize.
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Trump Attacks Norway Over Nobel Peace Prize Snub
United States President Donald Trump lashed out at Norway after the Norwegian Nobel Committee bypassed him for the annual Nobel Peace Prize, which was instead awarded to a United Nations judge. Speaking to rallygoers in Syracuse, New York, Trump called the decision a disgraceful and embarrassing choice that leaves an indelible stain on Norway, the host country of the committee. Trump has frequently voiced frustration regarding his failure to win the prize throughout his presidency.
Why it matters
The Norwegian Nobel Committee operates independently from Norway's government, though the committee members are appointed by the Storting, the Norwegian parliament. Trump has routinely complained about not receiving the award during his time in office. The recent snub drew renewed public grievances from the president during a campaign-style appearance.
What is confirmed
- President Donald Trump complained that the Norwegian Nobel Committee chose not to award him the annual Peace Prize.
- Trump told rallygoers in Syracuse, New York, that the committee decision leaves an indelible stain on the country of Norway.
- The Nobel Peace Prize for the year was awarded to a UN judge.
- Trump has expressed disappointment each year of his presidency that he failed to win the prize.
Still unconfirmed
- Trump stated that he should have won eight Nobel prizes following the recent snub.
What to watch next
- Any official response from the Norwegian Nobel Committee or Norwegian government officials regarding Trump's remarks.
- Further public statements from President Trump concerning international awards and diplomatic relations.
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- CNN — Trump’s Nobel Prize quest is now the butt of the joke — and appropriately so
- The Guardian — Trump fumes over Nobel peace prize snub and renews attack on Norway
- CNBC — Trump says Norway has 'indelible stain' for not awarding him Nobel Peace Prize
- The Washington Post — Trump fumes at 'stain' on Norway after missing out on Nobel Peace Prize
- The New York Times — Trump Says He Should Have Won 8 Nobels After Being Snubbed for the Prize
- www.nbcnews.com — Trump says Nobel committee not awarding him Peace Prize ...
- The Free Press — Elisha Wiesel: The Death of the Nobel Peace Prize
- www.cnbc.com — Trump: Norway has 'indelible stain' Nobel Peace Prize snub
- flipboard.com — Trump says Norway has 'indelible stain' for not awarding him Nobel Peace Prize
- www.ctvnews.ca — Trump says Nobel Peace Prize snub 'an indelible stain' on Norway
- www.dzrh.com.ph — Trump says Norway has 'indelible stain' for not awarding him Nobel Peace Prize
- www.timeslive.co.za — Trump says Norway has an ‘indelible stain’ for not awarding him the Nobel Peace Prize - TimesLIVE
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