The Latest Breaking News from Donald Trump

Trump told he and Putin are rare visitors to Beijing’s secretive compound

Donald Trump appeared to be pleased to join the limited number of world leaders who have been invited into a secretive imperial garden in China.

The Independent UK · May 15

The Federal Reserve’s independence is hanging by a thread in the age of Trump

The president’s ultimate goal is to push the Fed – among other independent US institutions – to bend to his will

The Guardian - US · May 15

As U.S.-Iran War Continues, Strait of Hormuz Closure Drives Surge in Panama Canal Traffic

The increase in traffic and revenue generated through the auctions suggests revenue growth for the Panama Canal could reach between 10% and 15%, officials say.

Latin Times · May 15

'Point of no return': 36 countries join special tribunal to prosecute Vladimir Putin

The tribunal on the crime of aggression against Ukraine marks "the point of no return" in the search for justice, the country's foreign minister said on Friday. But the court will face limitations in bringing Putin to justice.

Euronews · May 15

Trump offers Xi ‘any arrangement’ to secure Jimmy Lai’s freedom

Trump said he would raise Lai’s imprisonment and Zion Church pastor Jin Mingri’s arrest during his high-stakes meeting with Xi Jinping

The Independent UK · May 15

S&P Futures Plunge as Inflation Fears Push Bond Yields Higher

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are trending down -0.95% this morning as a jump in oil prices drove Treasury yields higher, abruptly halting the AI-fueled equity rally.

Barchart · May 15

Wall Street sees ‘nothing of real substance’ in Trump’s China trade deal—and stocks are selling off globally

Everything you need to know before you reach the office this morning.

Fortune · May 15

Trump's war pushes farmers to the brink

Skyrocketing costs, unfair markets, and poor policy are pressuring farmers thanks to the ongoing conflict

Salon · May 15

Hegseth’s sudden Poland troops U-turn ‘blindsided’ Pentagon staff

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The Independent UK · May 15

China still drags its feet on rare earths sometimes, says US Trade Representative

Rare earth exports from China to the United States are showing improvement. However, some shipments still face delays in approval from Beijing. US officials are actively engaging with their Chinese counterparts to resolve these issues. This comes after China introduced export controls in April 2025. Despite a deal last October,…

The Economic Times · May 15