The FBI raided the home and office of former national security advisor John Bolton, a vocal critic of Donald Trump, as part of an investigation into the alleged misuse of classified documents. Trump, who has clashed with Bolton in the past, stated he was unaware of the raids and offered a negative assessment of his former advisor.
President Donald Trump stated that he would fire Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook if she does not resign amid allegations of mortgage fraud made by Federal Housing Finance Agency Director William Pulte. Cook responded by asserting her commitment to addressing any legitimate inquiries about her financial history and refusing to be pressured into resignation.
The Trump administration has taken a 10% stake in Intel, aiming to exert government control over a private company amid the U.S.-China competition in artificial intelligence. This unusual move, funded through existing grants, deviates from free-market norms and has garnered mixed reactions, with some Democrats supporting the focus on national security and domestic innovation.
During a visit to Washington, D.C., President Trump expressed gratitude to law enforcement personnel and National Guard troops for their role in reducing crime in the city. He also addressed various topics, including foreign investment and tax cuts, while facing criticism over the deployment of military personnel in response to crime.
Former President Donald Trump reminisces about a significant rally he held in Mobile, Alabama, on August 21, 2015, where he experienced an overwhelming turnout. He recalls the event's progression from a hotel to a convention center and ultimately to a packed stadium, expressing his fondness for that day and the connection with his supporters.
U.S. President Donald Trump has appointed Airbnb co-founder Joe Gebbia as chief design officer for a new National Design Studio aimed at improving federal digital services. The initiative seeks to enhance usability and aesthetics while reducing design costs across government agencies over the next three years.
A federal judge has determined that Alina Habba, former lawyer to President Trump, unlawfully held the position of interim U.S. attorney in New Jersey after her term expired in July. The ruling came in response to a challenge from defendants in New Jersey, and the judge's order is currently on hold pending an appeal.
A New York appeals court overturned Donald Trump's financial penalty in a fraud case, while upholding the finding that he inflated his wealth, sparing him a massive fine but maintaining a ban on his corporate leadership. The ruling stemmed from a civil lawsuit brought by the New York Attorney General, with the court citing the penalty as excessive and the case as politically motivated.
The Trump administration is reportedly discussing the possibility of acquiring a 10% ownership in Intel by converting its Chips Act grants into company equity. This investment could provide the struggling chipmaker with crucial support, although it faces ongoing challenges in its business operations.
Since taking office in January, Donald Trump has invested over $100 million in various company, state, and municipal bonds. The financial disclosures reveal that he made more than 600 financial purchases while also generating substantial income from his business ventures, despite placing them into a trust.
President Trump, before meeting with Ukrainian President Zelensky, criticized his detractors amidst concerns over his relationship with Russia. Despite a more cordial meeting, no concrete guarantees were made, while European leaders rallied behind Zelensky, and McIlroy supported a format change in the PGA Tour's Tour Championship.
Jimmy Kimmel announced that he obtained Italian citizenship as a precaution in response to Donald Trump’s presidency, following the trend of other celebrities considering relocation due to potential changes in the U.S. political landscape.
President Trump's deployment of National Guard troops and control of the D.C. police force expands federal power and raises concerns about political motivations, particularly given the district's lack of full representation. This action, framed as a response to crime, has drawn criticism as an overreach of presidential authority.
Donald Trump publicly criticized Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon for the bank's incorrect predictions about the economic impact of tariffs, suggesting that Solomon should reassess his role at the financial institution. Trump also pointed to the extensive financial consequences of tariffs on companies, while Goldman Sachs analysts warned about the cumulative costs being absorbed by U.S. consumers.
The text highlights the unpredictable and potentially dangerous nature of private meetings between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin, citing the 2018 Helsinki summit as a prime example of Trump's susceptibility to Putin's influence.
Donald Trump's upcoming summit with Vladimir Putin in Alaska showcases his penchant for drama and dealmaking, offering a high-stakes opportunity to address the Ukraine war. This meeting, the first standalone summit since a controversial 2018 encounter, comes despite Trump's public frustration with Putin's stance on the conflict.
The Trump administration has nominated Dr. E.J. Antoni, currently the chief economist at the Heritage Foundation, as the next Commissioner of the Bureau of Labor Statistics following the dismissal of the previous chief over a disappointing jobs report. Antoni aims to restore trust in labor statistics, while administration officials express concerns about the reliability of the bureau’s data.
The Smithsonian Institution has updated its display regarding President Donald Trump's impeachments, toning down the language associated with the charges. Changes were made to both the description of Trump's second impeachment for inciting an insurrection and the first impeachment regarding accusations of foreign interference in the 2020 election.
President Trump's focus on crime in Washington, D.C., and a potential summit with Putin are key topics, with analysts questioning the data supporting his claims and the potential for Putin to gain an advantage. Meanwhile, stock markets rose, and officials faced logistical challenges in planning a Trump-Putin summit in Alaska.
Donald Trump is considering a lawsuit against Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, primarily due to concerns over the central bank's headquarters renovation project and its associated cost overruns. Trump's criticism also extends to Powell's handling of interest rates and the overall management of the Federal Reserve.
