How Trump can continue to realign the Middle East in his second term

Optimism and uncertainty at summit as Middle East awaits Trump’s return

As heads of Arab and Islamic states meet in Riyadh, Trump's victory raises questions for the region.

What Trump's win could mean for NATO, Ukraine and the Middle East

Donald Trump's second presidency could have broad implications on several foreign policy matters, including U.S. involvement in NATO. Matthew Kroenig, professor of government and foreign service at ...

Trump appoints real estate exec Steven Witkoff as Middle East envoy

President-elect Trump said Tuesday that he picked real estate executive Steven Witkoff to be special envoy to the Middle East in his next administration. “Steve is a Highly Respected Leader in ...

Politics - The Hill - 6 days ago

Who Are Mike Huckabee and Steven Witkoff, Trump’s Middle East Picks?

Mike Huckabee and Steven Witkoff have both made pro-Israel statements. Here’s a closer look at the two men who will help shape Mr. Trump’s approach in the Middle East.

World - The New York Times - 5 days ago

Trump discussed Ukraine, Middle East with Biden in White House meeting

President-elect Trump said he discussed the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East with President Biden during the meeting at the White House, which he said was “really good.” “I asked for his views ...

Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago

Trump's pick of Huckabee and Witkoff a clue to Middle East policy

The former Arkansas governor and the New York real estate investor are staunch supporters of Israel.

3 unanswered questions that will shape Trump’s Middle East policy

Donald Trump’s election victory was a clarifying moment. But in terms of Middle East policy, months on the campaign trail still left three key questions unanswered.

Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago

Why Trump’s Space for Deal-Making in the Middle East Has Shrunk

President-elect Donald J. Trump’s agenda in the region is not yet clear, but the geopolitical landscape has changed significantly since he was last in office.

World - The New York Times - Yesterday

The Memo: Trump leans into populism, crudeness and possibly a second term

Former President Trump is leaning into a mix of populism, aggression and outright crudeness in the final stretch of the election campaign — and it might work. Trump appears to believe that the ...

Politics - The Hill - October 21

Unpacking John Kelly's warning about a second Trump term

John Kelly, who served as White House chief of staff under former President Donald Trump, told The New York Times in a new interview that Trump is "certainly an authoritarian" who "falls into the ...

Trump-Aligned Group Is Poised to Be More Influential Than Project 2025

America First Policy Institute didn’t even exist four years ago. But it is poised to be more influential than Project 2025.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 25

Sanders asks whether Trump would be working for Musk in hypothetical second term

Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) expressed concern about the potential extent to which tech billionaire Elon Musk could influence the government and its policy if former President Trump is elected to a ...

Politics - The Hill - October 27

Kamala Harris warns of "chaos and division" in a second Trump term

With the Capitol and White House behind her, Vice President Kamala Harris presented a vision for unity, warning against what she describes as a dangerous return to a Trump presidency.

'Americas First?' A second Trump term could be a renaissance for Latin America

Donald Trump's "America First" approach to Latin American relations could lead to more authentic and sustainable partnerships based on mutual economic interests, addressing the root causes of ...

Politics - The Hill - October 30

Will the Alien Enemies Act make a comeback in a second Trump term?

Donald Trump has threatened to invoke the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to deport immigrants if elected, a move that has only been invoked three times in the past 225 years.

Politics - The Hill - October 31

Trump's vows for revenge face few limitations in second term

Former President Trump’s campaign for the White House has been marked by several vows to go after his critics and perceived “enemies” if he wins in November. Trump has in many ways ratcheted up ...

Politics - The Hill - November 2

A Second Trump Term? Three Conservative Columnists Unpack What Could Happen.

What will happen after Tuesday to Trumpism and the G.O.P. if Donald Trump wins — or loses?

Top stories - The New York Times - November 3

Elon Musk could be the biggest winner of a second Trump term

Elon Musk could reap numerous benefits from a friendly government run by Donald Trump.

Asia braces for steep China tariffs in second Trump term

Former president has outlined plans to revive trade war with Beijing and questioned backing for Taiwan

World - Financial Times - November 6

What will Donald Trump's second term in office look like?

A staff of loyalists will be a priority and vengeance will be high on the agenda

World - Financial Times - November 7

Fed policy expected to collide with the reality of a second Trump term

The Federal Reserve is set to announce its latest rate decision Thursday — and while it is widely expected to lower its key rate for the second time since September, Donald Trump’s electoral ...

What Trump's second term could mean for abortion rights

President-elect Donald Trump has said he would not sign a federal abortion ban. But there are ways a new Trump administration could restrict abortion nationwide.

Politics - NBC News - November 8

US trade partners brace for tougher tariffs in Trump’s second term

Steps taken in the Republican’s first few weeks in office are expected to be ‘lasting ones’

World - Financial Times - November 7

Trump’s second term Cabinet: Here’s who may fill key roles

President-elect Trump’s transition team has already started vetting potential candidates to serve in key administration posts once he takes office for a second time in January. The process is ...

Politics - The Hill - November 7

What Elon Musk could gain from Trump's second term

Some of the richest men in the world have already become even richer due to President-elect Donald Trump's victory. According to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, the net worth of Elon Musk, one of ...

What a Second Trump Term Could Mean for Your Money

Here’s what the president-elect has said he might do with your taxes, student loans, Social Security and more.

Business - The New York Times - November 8

Biden administration tightens sage grouse protections ahead of second Trump term

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) on Friday issued updates aimed at strengthening its proposed protections for the greater sage grouse — an iconic bird that inhabits public lands across the U.S. ...

Politics - The Hill - November 8

What a second Trump term means for car prices and electric vehicles

Car shoppers who have held off on buying a vehicle due to affordability concerns are unlikely to see relief if President-elect Donald Trump imposes the new tariffs he proposed during his campaign.

Business - MarketWatch - November 11

Sustainability Jobs Are on a Tear as the U.S. Eyes a Second Trump Term

A new LinkedIn report shows major demand for job candidates with green skills, which experts say will continue regardless of U.S. politics.

Business - Inc. - November 8

'Saturday Night Live' to Trump: 'We've been with you all along'

The first episode of “Saturday Night Live" since the election of Donald Trump struck a somber tone at the beginning

Entertainment - ABC News - November 10

Trump’s radical second-term agenda set to test Mexico’s fragility

President Claudia Sheinbaum has limited leverage despite the country being the largest trading partner of the US

Business - Financial Times - November 9

What a second Trump term means for Social Security, Medicare and affordable housing

Congress may have more impact than the president when it comes to retirement.

Business - MarketWatch - November 9

Trump’s wild threats put press freedom in the crosshairs in second term

Free press advocates are alarmed by Trump’s talk of revoking broadcast licenses and jailing journalists – but express hope in the US’s first amendment. Donald Trump could have an easier time ...

World - The Guardian - November 10

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