President Donald Trump firmly rejected media claims this week after being questioned about a leaked letter reportedly connected to Nobel Peace Prize discussions and U.S. foreign policy.
The issue surfaced late Monday night following the president’s appearance at the college football national championship game in Miami. During a brief exchange with reporters afterward, Trump was asked about a letter allegedly sent to Norwegian officials—one critics claim referenced the Nobel Prize while discussing America’s strategic interests, including Greenland.
Trump dismissed that interpretation outright.
“I don’t care about the Nobel Prize,” the president said, pushing back against suggestions that international awards influence his decisions as commander in chief.
While acknowledging that supporters have long argued his administration deserves recognition for global conflict reduction, Trump emphasized that his focus has always been results—not accolades.
“A very fine woman felt strongly that I deserved it, and I appreciated that,” Trump explained. “But what matters to me is saving lives.”
The president then highlighted what he described as major diplomatic achievements during his leadership, pointing to reduced tensions between nuclear powers and the resolution of long-running conflicts around the world.
“When you look at India and Pakistan—two nuclear nations—or wars that went on for 30, even 35 years, we got it done,” Trump said. “We stopped eight wars, and maybe we’ll be stopping another one very soon.”
Trump also addressed broader questions surrounding how the Nobel Peace Prize is awarded, suggesting that politics often play a role in international recognition. Still, he stressed that such considerations are secondary to national security and global stability.
“What I care about is preventing bloodshed,” Trump said. “That’s always been the priority.”
Supporters argue the renewed scrutiny reflects a familiar pattern in media coverage—downplaying diplomatic gains that don’t align with prevailing narratives. They contend Trump’s approach of peace through strength has delivered tangible outcomes, even if international institutions remain reluctant to acknowledge them.
As debate continues, the president made his position clear: recognition is optional. Results are not. His administration, he says, remains focused on protecting American interests while reducing the risk of global conflict.