A Republican U-Turn on Free Speech

The G.O.P. has long opposed government regulation of broadcasters. That has changed under Trump.

By Adam Liptak

Not all Donald Trump’s peacemaking boasts are empty

But to end Congo’s terrible war, America must remain neutral

Trump’s China trip melds corporate interests and communist pomp

President touts his friendship with Xi Jinping and future opportunities for his entourage of US business titans

Anatomy of a speech: how does a Republican leader say no to Trump?

South Carolina’s state senate majority leader offered a nuanced case for rejecting Trump’s redistricting demands How does a Republican leader say no to Donald Trump? How do they criticize the US president’s policies without facing a social media riot, or losing their career? As the party scrambles to redraw key congressional districts after the supreme court effectively gutted a major section of the Voting Rights Act that prevented racial discrimination, all eyes turned this week to South Ca...

By George Chidi

Cordial Trump-Xi meeting is a 'good sign,' says longtime U.S. diplomat

Longtime U.S. diplomat Richard Haass interprets President Trump's meeting with China leader, Xi Jinping. He said though the two have different priorities the cordial summit could be a 'good sign.'

By Steve Inskeep

Trump pushes Xi on trade after Supreme Court ruling dents key China pressure tool

President Trump met with Chinese President Xi Jinping for high-stakes trade talks as Supreme Court tariff setbacks cast a shadow over discussions.

China will order 200 Boeing jets, Trump tells Fox News

President Donald Trump told Fox News that China has agreed to buy 200 Boeing jets, according to a clip that aired Thursday.

Xi and Trump set sights on stability for China and the US – with a note of caution

The meeting may have been delayed but when the summit between Chinese President Xi Jinping and his US counterpart Donald Trump took place on Thursday, it yielded a forward-looking agreement. Sitting down for talks at the Great Hall of the People in central Beijing, the two leaders agreed to make stability a key goal of relations over the next three years – and beyond, according to state media. Trump also invited Xi and first lady Peng Liyuan to visit the White House, setting the date for...

By Josephine Ma,Cao Jiaxuan

'Extremely positive and productive talks': Trump praises Xi meeting

Chinese President Xi Jinping warned his US counterpart Donald Trump that missteps on Taiwan could push their two countries into "conflict", a stark opening salvo as they met in Beijing on Thursday for a two-day summit. The Chinese Foreign ministry said the comments came in a closed-door meeting that lasted more than two hours. It was followed by a friendlier, opulent banquet during which Trump and Xi stressed the importance of working together. Story by Carys Garland.

By FRANCE24

‘Karoline is irreplaceable’: Marco Rubio looks forward to press secretary’s return from maternity leave after subbing in at podium

Rubio, on trip to China with Trump, jokes he won’t take White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt’s job for the long term

By John Bowden

Trump Approval Rating Drops Below 36%—A New Low - Forbes

Trump Approval Rating Drops Below 36%—A New Low  Forbes

Trump Says ‘I Don’t Think About Americans Financial Situation’ Amidst 28% Surge in Gas Prices

The Art of the kneel: China hands Donald Trump a reality check about its rise

By CHIDANAND RAJGHATTA

Trump caught breaking ‘no alcohol’ rule for Xi Jinping? Here’s the truth behind champagne video

A viral video of Donald Trump seemingly sipping champagne during a banquet with Xi Jinping has ignited debate about his alcohol abstinence.

Handshakes and warnings: Inside Xi Jinping’s grand ‘reset’ for Trump in Beijing

No hugs, ancient Greece and KFC: Five highlights from Trump-Xi talks

Chinese President Xi Jinping and his US counterpart Donald Trump met in Beijing on Thursday for high-stakes talks, discussing the Iran war, Ukraine and economic cooperation. Away from the long list of complex agenda topics, here are five other highlights from day one of the summit: One-sided friendship? China’s President Xi Jinping (R) and US President Donald Trump shake hands as they attend a state banquet at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on May 14, 2026. — AFP Trump...

By none@none.com (AFP)

'Xi Said China Won't Arm Iran, Offered To Help Open Hormuz Strait': Trump

"He said he's not going to give military equipment... he said that strongly," Trump said.

Gavin Newsom Beats The Drum For Nationwide Entertainment Industry Incentives, And Dances Around His Presidential Aspirations

Throughout his decades in politics, Gavin Newsom has been called everything under the California sun by friends and foes alike, but there is one moniker the two-term Golden State governor embraces, thanks to Donald Trump: disruptor. “I don’t spend a lot of time on labels, I spend time on results,” a definitive Newsom declares. “But […]

By Dmorgan1201

Trump touts China's order for 200 Boeing jetliners; shares fall

Nicki Minaj Claims Many Stars Support Donald Trump But Won’t Say It: ‘I Am the Catalyst for That Change’

The rapper reveals in a new interview what encouraged her to speak out about her political pivot.

By Michael Saponara

Beijing state banquet sets the table for Trump-Xi reset

Chinese state dinners feature Huaiyang cuisine, known for subtle flavours and refined dishes

By Reuters

Iran Proclaims Safe, Toll-Free Passage For 30 Chinese Tankers Amid Xi-Trump Summit

Iran Proclaims Safe, Toll-Free Passage For 30 Chinese Tankers Amid Xi-Trump Summit During President Trump's ongoing state visit to China, he and President Xi Jinping agreed that the ‌Strait of ‌Hormuz must be open for ‌the ⁠free flow of energy. They along with their senior officials have expressed agreement that no country can ​be allowed to exact shipping tolls in the Strait of Hormuz. Following this, Thursday saw Iranian state media proclaim that some 30 Chinese vessels are be...

By Tyler Durden

Trump says Xi offered help to open Hormuz, vowed not to arm Iran

"He said he's not going to give military equipment… he said that strongly," Trump told the "Hannity" show on Fox News, after the two leaders met in Beijing. The post Trump says Xi offered help to open Hormuz, vowed not to arm Iran appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Ayobami