Trump’s Early Stumbles

On tariffs, Gaza and America’s reputation.

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Warren 'concerned' Trump 'stumbling into a trade war' with China tariffs

Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) expressed concern that President Trump is “stumbling into a trade war” by imposing additional tariffs on China and accused him of holding up “critical” bipartisan ...
The Hill - 2d
Democrats fume over weak early response to Trump

Democrats are fuming about their party leadership's early response to President Trump. Strategists say the reaction to Trump is inconsistent and not aggressive enough to combat Trump, who has ...
The Hill - 3d
RFK Jr. stumbles on Medicaid at Senate confirmation hearing

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Trump’s nominee to lead HHS, stumbled multiple times during his first Senate confirmation hearing when asked about Medicaid.
NBC News - Jan. 29
Trump’s early moves could actually increase drug prices for seniors

Perhaps retirement issues aren’t top of mind for the president.
MarketWatch - Jan. 24
Trump AI project presents Musk with early test of loyalty

Elon Musk’s criticism of an artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure project backed by President Trump is presenting an early test of how the SpaceX CEO will balance his personal conflicts in ...
The Hill - Jan. 24
These Democrats helped hand Trump an early immigration win

Congress handed President Trump an early win on the issue of immigration with the passage of the Laken Riley Act by the House on Wednesday. While the bill was heavily backed by Republicans in both ...
The Hill - Jan. 23
How Trump Is Pushing at Limits of Presidential Power in Early Orders

In a flurry of unilateral executive actions, Mr. Trump revived disputed claims of broad presidential authority from his first term — and made some new ones. Court battles seem likely.
The New York Times - Jan. 22
Trump Is Said to Push for Early Reopening of North American Trade Deal

The president wants to begin renegotiating a U.S. trade deal with Canada and Mexico earlier than a scheduled 2026 review, people familiar with his thinking said.
The New York Times - Jan. 22
Trump Pushes for Early Renegotiation of U.S. Trade Deal With Mexico, Canada

President Trump is using the threat of stiff tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico to pressure the two nations to start renegotiating a continental trade deal.
The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 21
Blizzard of confirmation hearings to offer an early Trump test for Senate Republicans

Cabinet confirmation hearings will provide an early glimpse at how Senate Republicans will handle Donald Trump's wishes in his second term.
NBC News - Jan. 13

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Senate Democrats Hold the Floor in Overnight Protest of Trump Nominee

Powerless to stop President Trump or Russell T. Vought, the nominee to lead the White House budget office, Democrats pulled an all-nighter to show their opposition.
The New York Times - 2h
Suit Over Firing by Trump Could Pave Way for Broader Presidential Power

If the case reaches the Supreme Court, its conservative majority will be receptive to Donald J. Trump’s argument that presidents have unlimited power to remove members of independent agencies.
The New York Times - 2h
Trump’s Plan to Take Over Gaza Sets Off Democratic Infighting and G.O.P. Doubts

The president’s far-fetched proposal to take over the enclave caused a new wave of recriminations after an election in which the Mideast war tore Democrats apart and pushed some voters to the right.
The New York Times - 16h
Shen Yun Is Said to Be Under Federal Investigation Over Possible Visa Fraud

Investigators with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and State Department have also interviewed former performers in the dance group about their working and living conditions.
The New York Times - 11h
How Kendrick Lamar’s Performances Led Him to the Super Bowl Halftime Show

Ahead of his Super Bowl halftime show, a look at how the rapper has turned introspective rhymes into his own visual language.
The New York Times - 24m