Trump Cold-Calls Norwegian Minister About Nobel Peace Prize Bid

Posted: 2025-08-14 21:14:25 UTC

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Donald Trump reportedly cold-called Norway's finance minister, Sigbjørn Gjelsvik, to inquire about his chances of winning the Nobel Peace Prize.

Trump's interest in winning the Nobel Peace Prize

Trump's direct communication with a Norwegian minister regarding the prize

The unusual nature of a former president directly lobbying for the award

Ethical concerns about a former president directly lobbying for the Nobel Peace Prize

Potential perception of undue influence

Maintaining the integrity and impartiality of the Nobel Peace Prize selection process