Week Ahead in Washington: January 18-23

President expected to attend World Economic Forum in Davos while Paris Hilton lobbies on Capitol Hill
The U.S. Capitol is seen in Washington, Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026.
The U.S. Capitol is seen in Washington, Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026.(AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)
Published: Jan. 18, 2026 at 12:25 PM CST

WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - President Donald Trump will travel to Europe this week following his announcement of new tariffs on several European allies to pressure Denmark into selling Greenland.

Trump is expected to head to the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland on Wednesday. He will address the annual conference and meet with world leaders, including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Back in Washington, socialite Paris Hilton will be on Capitol Hill Thursday. She is lobbying lawmakers to pass the DEFIANCE Act, which would allow victims to sue the creators of sexually explicit deepfake images.

The annual March for Life returns to Washington on Friday. Abortion rights opponents will march to the U.S. Capitol, calling on Congress to pass stricter abortion restrictions.

Trump also marks a major anniversary this week, with Tuesday being one year since he began his second term.