Ukraine Promises Swift Deal for Minerals As Trump Cuts Kyiv Out of Peace Talks

Putin Praises Trump for Working to Thaw U.S.-Russia Tensions

“The first contacts with the new American administration give us some hope,” the Russian president said in televised comments on Thursday.

The New York Times - 5h

Trump tracker: the latest data on US trade, tariffs and economy

As the president threatens a trade war, follow the latest on tariffs and executive orders

Financial Times - 6h

Microsoft urges Trump to rethink AI chip export controls

Company president Brad Smith warns the new rules will force American allies to buy Chinese products

Financial Times - 3h

Trump says Canada, China and Mexico tariffs will take effect next week

President Donald Trump said Thursday that 25% tariffs on goods imported from Canada and Mexico would go into effect Tuesday, alongside yet another 10% layer of duties on China following one that ...

NBC News - 4h

What does Starmer want from his Trump meeting?

President Trump is meeting with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer at the White House as Europe seeks more security guarantees while the U.S. holds talks with Russia. CBS News' Elizabeth Palmer ...

CBS News - 3h

How a former Trump staffer predicts the president's 2nd term will go

Author and retired Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman discusses his new book, "The Folly of Realism: How the West Deceived Itself About Russia and Betrayed Ukraine."

ABC News - 4h

Trump’s Tariff Threats Revive Interest in $44 Billion Alaska L.N.G. Project

As the president pressures countries to buy more American energy, Asian officials and investors are reconsidering a hugely expensive plan stalled for decades.

The New York Times - 7h

Senators grill Trump’s CFPB director pick: You are 'on the Titanic, good luck’

Since acting CFPB Director Russell Vought took over, the agency closed its Washington HQ, fired staff and told those who remain to stop nearly all work.

CNBC - 1h

Trump and GOP leaders discuss using tariffs to pay for agenda

Politico - 3h

'He tried': Trump asked if Starmer persuaded him not to tariff the U.K.

President Trump said British Prime Minister Keir Starmer "tried" to persuade him not to put tariffs on the United Kingdom during their meeting at the White House.

NBC News - 2h

‘The closest of nations’: UK Prime Minister pledges cooperation with Trump after meeting

NBC News White House Correspondent Yamiche Alcindor, Sky News Anchor Sir Trevor Phillips and Council on Foreign Relations Fellow Elise Labott join Meet the Press NOW to report on President Trump’s ...

NBC News - 1h

Live updates: Trump holds press conference with British PM Starmer

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and President Trump are holding a joint press conference at the White House on Thursday as European allies scramble to respond to the president’s approach to ...

The Hill - 1h

Democratic senator presses Trump CFPB nominee: 'Who's really going to be in charge?'

Sen. Tina Smith (D-Minn.) pressed President Trump’s nominee to lead the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) over who will be making key decisions at the agency Thursday, after it dismissed ...

The Hill - 1h

Republicans block measure condemning Trump administration vote on UN Russia resolution

Senate Republicans on Thursday objected to an effort by Democrats to condemn the Trump administration's decision to vote against a United Nations resolution laying blame for the war in Ukraine at ...

The Hill - 1h

Ice contractor plans for surveillance boom under Trump migrant crackdown

Geo Group, an Ice partner, is moving at ‘unprecedented speed’ to build out its monitoring, executive chair says. The Geo Group, the largest single private contractor to US Immigration and Customs ...

The Guardian - 2h

Trump Officials Split Over How Hard to Go on Mexican Cartels

A Mexican delegation will meet in Washington on Thursday to finalize a security deal, as White House officials debate a strategy for fighting cartels and stemming the flow of drugs across the border.

The New York Times - 2h

Tariff Tuesday: Trump Says He’ll Hit Mexico, Canada and China With Duties.

Citing the unchecked flow of fentanyl, he plans to levy a 25% tariff on most products from our northern and southern neighbors. China faces an additional 10% levy.

Inc. - 2h

How Trump’s Cabinet Scrambled to Respond to Musk’s DOGE Email

Behind the scenes, cabinet secretaries compared notes as they tried to figure out how to respond to a directive from President Trump’s most powerful adviser without angering the president.

The New York Times - 1h

Trump Team Tightens Control Over Government Lawyers Who Might Say ‘No’

At the Justice Department and the Pentagon, the administration is curtailing the ability of lawyers to raise internal objections to the president’s use of power.

The New York Times - 2h

‘Cruel and thoughtless’: Trump fires hundreds at US climate agency Noaa

Employees informed by email that their jobs would be cut off at end of day in move a worker called ‘wrong all around’. Don’t let a billionaire’s algorithm control what you read. Download our free ...

The Guardian - 33m

How European nations are appealing to Trump, boosting defense spending

European nations that are part of NATO are boosting their defense spending and are appealing to President Trump's demands on contributions. Charlotte Howard, The Economist's executive editor, joins ...

CBS News - 1h

What to know about changes expected at EPA under Trump administration

Major changes to the Environmental Protection Agency are expected under the Trump administration. CBS News' Tracy Wholf explains.

CBS News - 1h

Trump officials want to ban junk food from SNAP. Past efforts show it's not easy to do

A push to ban sugary drinks, candy and more from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program may soon get a boost from new Trump Administration officials

ABC News - Feb. 19

Trump's foreign aid freeze halted a crucial program fighting HIV in Africa. Here's what's at stake

The freeze on U.S. foreign aid ordered by President Donald Trump has effectively halted one of the world's most successful responses to a disease

ABC News - Feb. 19

From weather apps to taxes: the trickle-down effects of Trump’s federal worker firings

Gutting of workforce will have far-reaching consequences as advocates warn of playing ‘Russian roulette’ with safety. You wake up to dark clouds outside, so you check the weather on your phone: a ...

The Guardian - Feb. 20

Airbus could prioritize deliveries to non-U.S. customers if Trump tariffs impede trade, CEO says

Airbus could prioritize deliveries to its non-U.S.

NBC News - Feb. 20

Airbus could prioritize deliveries to non-U.S. customers if Trump tariffs impede trade, CEO says

Guillaume Faury also said Airbus had ramped up U.S. production in recent years and that he hoped tariffs would not disrupt the aviation industry.

CNBC - Feb. 20

Former NFL punter Chris Kluwe arrested over anti-Trump protest at city council meeting

Former Minnesota Vikings punter Chris Kluwe called for "peaceful civil disobedience" and "no kings" Thursday in the wake of his highly publicized arrest at a Southern California city council ...

NBC News - Feb. 20

Trump is 'not happy' with Boeing over Air Force One delays, but airlines are growing upbeat

President Trump has expressed frustration about delays of new Air Force One aircraft from Boeing.

CNBC - Feb. 20

Trump calls US hockey team ahead of 4 Nations Face-Off final against Canada

President Donald Trump has called the U.S. hockey team to wish players good luck ahead of their 4 Nations Face-Off final against Canada

ABC News - Feb. 20

LGBTQ health groups sue Trump over orders targeting diversity, transgender rights

Nine LGBTQ, health and HIV organizations sued the Trump administration Thursday over three executive orders targeting transgender people and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, which ...

The Hill - 6d

NATO holds military drills as leaders express concerns over Trump's shifting foreign policy

In Romania, which shares a border with Ukraine, NATO is holding its largest combat exercises of the year. The drills come as European leaders are expressing rising concern over the military ...

CBS News - 6d

Trump backs Rep. Byron Donalds in his likely run for Florida governor in 2026

President Donald Trump on Thursday publicly supported Republican Rep. Byron Donalds' likely bid for Florida governor in 2026.

NBC News - 6d

Trump administration hasn't complied with order to halt foreign aid freeze, judge says

The Trump administration has not fully complied with a court order pausing the freezing of foreign assistance grants and contracts, a federal judge ruled.

NBC News - 6d

Trump’s Plan to Kill Social Security Benefit Tax Could Accelerate Its Insolvency

Social security is already in danger. President Trump’s plan to get rid of income taxes on the benefit won’t save it. In fact, it’ll probably do the opposite.

Inc. - 6d

Facing pressure from Trump, Costa Rica and Honduras join Panama as stopovers for foreign deportees

A U.S. flight carrying 135 deportees, half of them minors from various countries, is set to land in Costa Rica, making the country the latest Latin American nation to serve as a stopover as U.S. ...

ABC News - 6d

Mohammed bin Salman wants an alternative to Trump’s Gaza plan – but one that most benefits Saudi Arabia | Madawi al-Rasheed

The crown prince sees Hamas as a regional threat, and may propose a deal that risks sidelining Palestinians. Saudi Arabia has suddenly experienced a diplomatic awakening after lukewarm engagement ...

The Guardian - 6d

Ukraine Promises Swift Deal for Minerals As Trump Cuts Kyiv Out of Peace Talks

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