Summary
The Nobel Committee in Norway is responsible for awarding the Nobel Peace Prize. Five members of this committee are currently deciding if President Donald Trump will receive the prize this year. These members are selected by Norway's parliament and represent different political parties in the country.
Key Facts
- The Nobel Committee has five members who select the winner of the Nobel Peace Prize.
- Members of the committee are chosen by Norway's parliament and reflect the political makeup of the parliament, but they cannot be active politicians.
- President Donald Trump has expressed a desire to win the Nobel Peace Prize, claiming he ended eight wars since returning to office.
- Jorgen Watne Frydnes is the current chair of the Nobel Committee; he has a background in human rights advocacy and works with various NGOs.
- Asle Toje is the vice chair of the committee; he is considered a conservative and has written about European politics.
- The Nobel Peace Prize winner will be announced at the Norwegian Nobel Institute in Oslo.
