Donald J. Trump

Senate Majority Leader John Thune is resisting President Trump's demand to dismiss the Senate parliamentarian regarding a voter ID bill. The discussion includes Daniella Diaz, John McCarthy, and Peter Meijer.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that the U.S. military may launch 'strong and clear' strikes against Iran on Wednesday night and Thursday night if needed. This came after President Trump mentioned planned attacks on Iran following retaliatory strikes on Tuesday.

The US President Trump has overstated US aid to Ukraine at $300-350B (actual $75-119B military/total) and claimed Europe provided far less (reality: Europe ~double US). He falsely asserted Ukraine cannot win, must surrender, blamed Kyiv for the invasion, and claimed Zelensky is unpopular (actual 57-67% approval).

The U.S. House passed a $70 billion bill to fund immigration enforcement for three years, sending the measure to Trump. A $1.8 billion fund to compensate Trump's allies for alleged unjust investigations was removed from the bill due to political concerns.

President Donald J. Trump claims Iran shot down a U.S. Army Apache helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz, stating both pilots were unharmed and vowing U.S. retaliation. U.S. Central Command reported the pilots were rescued and the incident is under investigation.

President Trump is pressuring Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to maintain a ceasefire with Iran as negotiations continue. An upcoming Supreme Court ruling could reshape how California counts ballots.

Iran warns that fighting could restart amid high tensions. Trump urges Israel to protect the fragile ceasefire.

President Trump proposed a $1.7 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' to address grievances against the federal government, including payments to individuals involved in the Jan. 6 attack. The proposal reignited national debates over reparations for Black Americans, highlighting historical injustices such as slavery, segregation, and systemic racism. The article contrasts this with past government actions, including Clinton's 1998 Uganda speech and historical atrocities like the Tuskegee experiments.

SpaceX's IPO launches and Apple plans a reset, while Donald J. Trump turns 80 and the Fifa World Cup 2026 begins.

The MND Quiz of the Week covers recent news in Mexico, including a U.S. government official's social media comment on Mexico, economic metrics, financial firm predictions about the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a regional council for protecting a product's origin, a former president's public support for President Sheinbaum, a union's protest, potential hurricanes, a tech education hub launch, a World Cup parade, and airport renovations.

Susie Wiles is set to resign from the White House as Trump's chief of staff. Insiders attribute her departure to exhaustion from cabinet conflicts and personal distress over the president's 'insult'.

President Trump addressed farmers in Wisconsin at a roundtable, discussing rising fertilizer and energy prices linked to the U.S. war in Iran. He assured them that fertilizer prices would decrease significantly. The event also touched on topics like the Reflecting Pool and fountains.

Bitcoin has fallen below $60,000 for the first time since the 2024 Trump win, losing more than half its value from a peak above $126,000. It is now worth less than it was when crypto-friendly Trump retook the White House.

President Trump unveiled plans for a new pedestrian 'promenade' connecting the Lincoln Memorial to the Potomac River. The project is part of efforts to reshape Washington’s landmarks, with Trump suggesting the name 'Trump Promenade' but expressing uncertainty.

President Trump maintained immunity from I.R.S. audits while a $1.8 billion fund was reduced. He avoided tax scrutiny and refused to release his tax returns during his first presidential campaign, breaking a norm for candidates.

The Kennedy Center's board, led by Trump allies, added his name to the institution, but a federal judge ruled the rebranding invalid, requiring all references to be removed. The center is complying with the court order, and its plans to shut down during renovations are temporarily halted.

President Trump confirmed he referred to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as 'f***ing crazy' during a phone call, as first reported by Axios. The details were revealed by Axios White House reporter Marc Caputo on 'The Takeout'.

President Trump confirmed using profanity to criticize Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over Israel's escalation in Lebanon, including calling him 'fucking crazy' and warning against bombing Beirut. The tense call followed Iran's threat to abandon U.S. negotiations and resulted in Netanyahu aborting the Beirut bombing plan.

A new poll by The Economist/YouGov shows President Trump trailing Pope Leo XIV by 54 percentage points in net favorability. The survey found 55% of respondents viewed the Pope favorably, compared to 37% for Trump, with 23% viewing the Pope unfavorably versus 59% for Trump.

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit upheld a decision to dismiss the case Lighthiser et al. v. Donald J. Trump et al. Plaintiffs had challenged executive orders aimed at promoting energy policies, including a national energy emergency declaration and efforts to revive the clean coal industry.

President Trump reportedly criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a Monday phone call over his military campaign in Lebanon, calling him 'crazy' and accusing him of ingratitude. The information comes from Axios citing multiple sources.

President Trump announced after a call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that Israeli troops will not proceed to Beirut, and any en route troops have been ordered to retreat. Israel had previously ordered strikes on the southern suburbs of the Lebanese capital and deployed troops.

President Trump met with Speaker Mike Johnson at the White House to discuss the Justice Department’s $1.776 billion anti-weaponization fund. Republican lawmakers in the House and Senate have expressed frustration over the fund.

President Trump is dominating GOP primary elections, with his preferred candidates showing strong performance. The article notes his recent visit to Trump National Golf Club in Sterling, Va.

President Trump criticized the U.S. court system as 'rigged' following rulings that blocked a key economic policy initiative and his name's inclusion at the Kennedy Center. He made the remarks in a post on Truth Social, stating the court system is 'no different than' a rigged system.

President Trump received materials returned by the FBI after they were seized during a 2022 search of his Mar-a-Lago estate. Trump and the Justice Department asserted a legal claim that he owns his presidential records, granting him control over their preservation and public access.

President Trump criticized former first lady Jill Biden for her claim that she thought her husband Joe was having a stroke during a 2024 debate. The remarks occurred on Friday morning, referencing the debate described as 'disastrous'.

The inquiry into E. Jean Carroll's lawsuits against Donald J. Trump has drawn attention to private citizens who antagonized him. A hearing on one of her lawsuits was held in Manhattan in 2024.

The U.S. Treasury Department is considering introducing a $250 banknote featuring Donald J. Trump's image in response to legislation proposed last year. The department stated it is preparing for the potential release of this banknote.

President Trump visited some U.S. service members at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center but did not visit 14 troops injured in the war with Iran who are also at the hospital. This was confirmed by the family of one soldier and a military official familiar with the visit.

A federal judge allowed President Trump's March executive order on mail-in ballot rules to remain in effect despite legal challenges from Democrats. The order mandates the federal government to create a voter eligibility list using citizenship data and direct the U.S. Postal Service to enforce stricter mail-in ballot procedures.

Iran reaffirmed its support for Oman following President Trump's warning to the Arab nation to 'behave' or face consequences. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei stated Iran would back Oman against U.S. threats, as reported by Reuters.

The article discusses how Trump's 'ambush diplomacy' approach has coincided with sudden military escalations, suggesting that such tactics may lead to long-term diplomatic and strategic costs. It highlights concerns about the link between aggressive diplomatic maneuvers and increased conflict risks.

The Justice Department is investigating whether E. Jean Carroll committed perjury in her testimony related to civil lawsuits against President Trump. The probe focuses on her legal claims of sexual abuse by the former president.

Donald J. Trump implemented an anti-weaponization fund, prioritizing transparency over financial settlements, while critics who previously downplayed abuse concerns now express faux worries about procedural issues.

A man known as 'Brick Suit Guy' gained attention at Trump rallies by dressing as a border wall, becoming a MAGA star. The article explores his subsequent experiences, as detailed in the DC Insider newsletter.

White working-class voters who heavily supported Trump's re-election are now net-negative in their job approval of him, marking a significant shift. This group, previously a key base for Trump, has shown declining favorability.

The U.S. denied claims that its diplomats have evacuated Kyiv as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy wrote a letter to U.S. President Donald Trump. The article mentions a damaged shopping center in Kyiv following Russian strikes amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine.

The Trump administration is intensifying economic sanctions against Cuba to hasten the collapse of its communist regime, while preparing for potential military scenarios if the island descends into chaos. The strategy includes leveraging Venezuela's oil shipments and conducting military exercises, though no invasion is currently planned.

President Trump pledged to house 6,000 homeless veterans through an executive order, but his budget allocated zero funding for the initiative. Veteran groups expressed disappointment as the promise remains unfulfilled, prompting calls for accountability.