Taiwan says President Lai would be happy to talk to Trump - Reuters

Taiwan says President Lai would be happy to talk to Trump  Reuters

Republicans mull dropping $1 billion security money request for the White House and Trump's ballroom - AP News

Republicans mull dropping $1 billion security money request for the White House and Trump's ballroom  AP News

Trump moots talks with Taiwan's leader in departure from protocol

The talk with Lai, if it happens, would be a sharp departure from US diplomatic tradition.

G.O.P. May Bear The Cost of Trump’s Unpopularity

Donald Trump’s endorsed candidates are winning Republican primaries across the country, but the president’s unpopularity with the broader electorate could drag the party down in the general election, the Times political correspondent Shane Goldmacher explains.

By Shane Goldmacher, Nour Idriss, Stephanie Swart and Rafaela Balster

Trump’s new $1.8bn fund under fire

Critics say the settlement establishing the president’s fund is an illegal use of taxpayers’ money

Ex-DoJ prosecutor charged with sending sealed Jack Smith Trump report to personal email

Carmen Mercedes Lineberger accused of hiding files related to Trump documents investigation as bundt cake recipe A former Department of Justice prosecutor is facing felony charges after emailing herself a sealed Biden-era investigative report concerning Donald Trump and attempting to hide the documents as cake recipes, federal authorities said on Wednesday. Carmen Mercedes Lineberger, who worked as a managing assistant US attorney in Florida, is facing two counts of theft of government money ...

By Uwa Ede-Osifo

Former DOJ prosecutor charged with stealing confidential Jack Smith investigation documents about Trump

A former DOJ prosecutor was charged with allegedly emailing confidential records from Jack Smith's Trump investigation to her personal accounts.

Blanche insists violent conduct will be weighed when applying for new anti-weaponization fund payouts - CNN

Blanche insists violent conduct will be weighed when applying for new anti-weaponization fund payouts  CNN

US police officers sue Trump over $1.8bn ‘anti-weaponisation’ fund

Officers Harry Dunn and Daniel Hodges say the fund will likely be used to 'reward' rioters who attacked the US Capitol.

DOJ charges prosecutor with stealing Trump documents case report prepared by Jack Smith

Carmen Mercedes Lineberger allegedy emailed herself a copy of Volume II of special counsel Jack Smith's report on Trump's criminal case.

How Trump’s revenge tour against Republicans could backfire in the midterms

Sixteen months into his second presidency, Donald Trump may ⁠be as unpopular as he has ever been among the American electorate – but his grip on his ⁠core base of Maga voters remains unshaken. That power was on full display over the last two weeks, as Trump ousted a string of fellow Republicans he considered apostates for not showing him enough personal fealty. The president’s revenge tour continued on Tuesday, when a hand-picked loyalist defeated US congressman Thomas Massie, a frequent crit...

By Reuters

Middle East war live: Trump says willing to wait ‘a few days’ for right answer on Iran peace deal

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said the United States was ready to proceed with further attacks on Tehran if Iran did not agree to a peace deal, but suggested Washington could wait a few days to "get the right answers."Follow our liveblog for the latest developments.

By FRANCE 24

Acting AG Todd Blanche defends Trump’s $1.8B ‘slush fund’ rioters may use for multi-million dollar taxpayer payouts

‘Just to be clear, people that hurt police get money all the time,’ Blanche said

By Rachel Dobkin

Trump describes massive ‘secret’ military complex being built under White House ballroom

The ballroom will be capped by a flat roof that will be ‘drone-proof’ and meant for U.S. military operations, with a clear 360-degree view

By Stewart Lewis

Vanessa Trump Announces Breast Cancer Diagnosis

Vanessa Trump, ex-wife of Donald Trump Jr., announced the news in an Instagram story on Wednesday.

‘Hair on fire’: Trump, Netanyahu call turns tense over Iran strategy

US President Trump and Israeli PM Netanyahu clashed over Iran diplomacy, with Trump favoring a deal and Netanyahu pushing for military action. Mediators from Qatar, Pakistan, and others are working on a revised proposal, but Trump warns the window for talks is closing, while Israel remains on high alert.

By TOI World Desk

Netanyahu minister to Reform rabbi: 'You're marrying dogs in your synagogues' - Haaretz

Netanyahu minister to Reform rabbi: 'You're marrying dogs in your synagogues'  Haaretz

Netanyahu's 'hair was on fire': Inside Israel PM's 'difficult' call with Trump on Iran

According to an Axios report, Trump told the Israeli PM over the call that a "letter of intent" was in the works and would be signed by both the US and Iran.

Trump’s $2.3b ‘weaponisation’ fund sparks outrage, but court challenges will be tough - The Straits Times

Trump’s $2.3b ‘weaponisation’ fund sparks outrage, but court challenges will be tough  The Straits Times

Trump says talks with Iran in ‘final stages’, but warns of further attacks if deal is not reached

US president says he came close to new strikes this week

By Jana Choukeir and Humeyra Pamuk

Iran reviewing 'US views' as Trump awaits 'right' answer

US President Donald Trump has said the United States was ready to proceed with further attacks on Tehran if Iran did not agree toa peace deal, but suggested ⁠Washington could wait a few days to "get the right answers".

"Bibi's Hair Was On Fire": Inside Trump, Netanyahu's Tense Call Over Iran War

Despite disagreement with Netanyahu, Trump maintained a united front in public about their Iran plan. He told reporters that Netanyahu "will do whatever I want him to do" on Iran, though he also said they had a good relationship.

Trump’s $1.776 billion ’weaponization’ fund sparks outrage, but court challenges will be tough

Congressional Democrats have derided the so-called Anti-Weaponization Fund as a slush fund to steer taxpayer dollars to Trump's political allies.

Iran examines US proposal as Donald Trump says negotiations are in 'final stage'

The US president said "we're going to do some things that are a little bit nasty" if Iran doesn't agree to the deal.

[Wang Son-taek]From derisking to deconflicting

The recent summit between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing has generated various reactions around the world. Focusing on the visible details of the meeting, many observers struggled to identify outstanding results. Many US media outlets pointed out that Xi spoke aggressively on Taiwan, and Trump did not respond forcefully to the provocative rhetoric. Chinese state media emphasized images of equality between the two powers. Even in the US, there are assessment

By The Korea Herald

Trump to sign order on AI oversight as security fears mount among supporters

Trump’s trip to China, USAID cutbacks – and is going to the World Cup a good idea? - SWI swissinfo.ch

Trump’s trip to China, USAID cutbacks – and is going to the World Cup a good idea?  SWI swissinfo.ch

Iran examining US proposal, as Trump says in 'final stages' of talks - Gulf News

Iran examining US proposal, as Trump says in 'final stages' of talks  Gulf News

Vanessa Trump Says She's Been Diagnosed With Breast Cancer

Vanessa Trump is sharing a concerning health update ... she says she's recently been diagnosed with breast cancer. Vanessa made the announcement Wednesday in an Instagram post ... revealing she's already had a surgical procedure performed. She says…

By TMZ Staff

Trump says he will speak with Taiwanese President Lai on arms sale - Taipei Times

Trump says he will speak with Taiwanese President Lai on arms sale  Taipei Times

Syria president thanks Trump for ‘precious’ new cologne gift - Arab News

Syria president thanks Trump for ‘precious’ new cologne gift  Arab News

Vanessa Trump Shares Breast Cancer Diagnosis

Vanessa Trump is detailing a recent health battle. The model and ex-wife of Donald Trump Jr. shared that she had been diagnosed with breast cancer in “a personal health update.” “While this isn't...

By Sabba Rahbar

Trump: ‘Nasty’ Action if Iran Rejects Deal - The Daily Star Lebanon

Trump: ‘Nasty’ Action if Iran Rejects Deal  The Daily Star Lebanon

US lawmakers split over Iran policy as Trump pushes diplomacy, threats - rudaw.net

US lawmakers split over Iran policy as Trump pushes diplomacy, threats  rudaw.net

At Cannes, Almodovar says artists have duty to speak out against ‘monsters’ like Trump

Oscar-winning Spanish director Pedro Almodovar urged artists to speak out about the crises facing society on Wednesday, describing ​it as their moral duty against "monsters" like U.S. President Donald ‌Trump.

By Abubakar Ibrahim

Report: US-Iran agreement may be announced within hours - Naharnet

Report: US-Iran agreement may be announced within hours  Naharnet