The Latest Breaking News from Donald Trump

‘Fossil-fuel imperialism’: Trump’s hankering for Iranian oil runs deep

Experts say the US believes it is entitled to resources it desires – a perspective president has supported for decades

The Guardian - US · Apr 1

Congress awaits a royal address from King Charles

During the nation’s 250th anniversary, the British are coming — this time by invitation. His Majesty Charles III, king of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, is set to address a joint meeting of Congress on April 28, House and Senate leaders announced Wednesday. “The relationship between…

Roll Call · Apr 1

Retail sales rise 0.6% in February, but impact of Iran war threatens to derail spending

Shoppers increased their spending in February, particularly on cars and clothing, after pulling back at the start of the year due to severe winter storms

The Independent UK · Apr 1

Trump to address nation on Iran as gas prices rise, poll numbers drop — and midterms loom

President Donald Trump will address the nation Wednesday night as soaring gas prices, an unpopular war in Iran and his slumping approval number have become a collective political thorn for Republicans heading into November’s midterm elections. Trump will use the prime-time address to repeat his Tuesday declaration that the U.S.…

Roll Call · Apr 1

Cuban Foreign Minister Slams Marco Rubio Over Claim That U.S. Has Not Taken 'Punitive Action' Against The Island

Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez slammed Secretary of State Marco Rubio over his claim that the Trump administration has not taken any "punitive action" against the island.

International Business Times · Apr 1

'Iran has asked for ceasefire': Trump claims new regime 'less radical', says no deal till Hormuz is free; Tehran reacts

Donald Trump claimed Iran sought a ceasefire, attributing it to a "less radicalized" new president, but linked any consideration to the Strait of Hormuz reopening. Iran's foreign ministry denied the ceasefire claim. Trump also suggested a swift US exit from the conflict and questioned NATO's relevance, urging allies to secure…

The Times of India · Apr 1

Illegal To Defund NPR?

Plus: Judge stops Trump's ballroom, Iran announcement incoming, NASA takes steps to go back to the moon, and more...

Reason · Apr 1

JD Vance announces a new memoir about his conversion to Catholicism

The vice-president’s follow-up to Hillbilly Elegy is announced as speculation builds over a 2028 run to succeed Trump

The Guardian - UK · Apr 1

US Will Be 'Done in Iran' in 2-3 Weeks, Shifts Strait of Hormuz Duty—'Countries That Rely on it Must Step Up'

President Donald Trump has announced the US military could be 'done' in Iran within three weeks. He has ordered allies to secure the Strait of Hormuz and warned the UK to 'fight for yourself'.

International Business Times UK · Apr 1

Trump threatens both Iran and NATO allies ahead of primetime address on war: ‘Back to the Stone Ages’

‘I'll be discussing my disgust with NATO,’ the president said of his speech Wednesday night

The Independent UK · Apr 1