Trump White House

Kayleigh Grisham, a former Trump White House press secretary, sought a restraining order against Rep. Max Miller, whom she previously accused of abusing her.

Donald Trump's failed renovation of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool led to algae problems, which he falsely attributed to vandals. Federal prosecutors initially charged David Hearn with vandalism, but later dropped the case after determining the issues stemmed from poor contractor work. The article highlights concerns about the Trump administration's potential misuse of federal prosecutors to target perceived enemies.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge is set to open, with a Canadian celebration held despite a canceled joint U.S.-Canada event due to President Trump's tariff threats. Michigan's side of the Detroit River remained quiet, prompting local reactions and questions about the absence of a U.S. celebration.

The Trump White House is reportedly considering a ban on Chinese AI models. Chinese models are noted for performing similar tasks at lower costs, potentially reducing demand for major U.S. AI company IPOs like those of Anthropic and OpenAI.

Katherine Scarlett, an environmental policy adviser in the Trump White House, has departed and is joining a consulting firm. She chaired the White House Council on Environmental Quality and led rollbacks of federal environmental standards for infrastructure projects.

A U.S. appeals court ruled that the Trump administration can reinstall interpretive panels at the site of George Washington’s home in Philadelphia, which critics argue downplay the history of slavery. The new panels, influenced by Trump’s 2025 executive order, focus on American achievements while omitting details like slave trade routes and critical headlines present in prior panels. The city of Philadelphia opposes the change and has filed a legal challenge.

Tennessee has collaborated with the Trump White House to implement anti-immigration measures, including ICE raids, and faces criticism for modern exclusionist policies. The article contrasts historical exclusionary actions, like Andrew Jackson's treatment of Native Americans, with current legislation targeting immigrant families, despite public support for immigration.

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz pardoned a sexual abuser who was set to be deported. Walz has been targeted by the Trump White House over immigration issues.

The Trump White House allegedly influenced a board designed to prevent civil service politicization, advancing a theory of presidential authority over the executive branch. This included directing employees handling sensitive legal matters like federal prosecutors and immigration judges.

The Trump White House has requested $87.6 billion in spending, including funds for an Iran war. The request is expected to face significant opposition in Congress, which recently voted to limit Trump's war powers.

Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan's book 'Regime Change' contains ongoing revelations about the Trump White House. The content of the book remains relevant and new.

The Vatican has invited Dario Amodei, a 33-year-old cofounder of AI company Anthropic, to speak at an event launching the papal encyclical 'Magnifica Humanitas.' The encyclical focuses on protecting human dignity amid the rise of artificial intelligence, with tensions rising between the Vatican and the Trump White House.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announces he won't run for president in 2028, trying to balance his supporters' hopes with loyalty to the Trump White House. He is currently serving as HHS Secretary. His decision may impact his relationship with MAHA supporters.

Spirit Airlines is at risk of going out of business by Saturday due to stalled bailout negotiations with the Trump White House. CBS News and Politico reporters discuss the potential economic implications of the airline's possible collapse.