Donald Trump
Trump fires newly appointed Seattle U.S. Attorney Roger Rogoff
Roger Rogoff was dismissed via email shortly after being appointed by federal judges to the Western District of Washington. Rogoff now plans to challenge the legality of the firing.
Trump to meet senators to negotiate CLARITY Act crypto ethics rules
President Trump is scheduled to meet with senators to negotiate ethics rules for the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act amid Democratic demands for business caps.
Donald Trump pays E. Jean Carroll $5.6 million in sexual abuse case
Donald Trump has paid more than $5.6 million to writer E. Jean Carroll after a jury found him liable for sexual abuse and defamation.
Trump scraps his Hormuz shipping charge idea but presses ahead with an Iran blockade
The US has abandoned proposed cargo tolls in the Strait of Hormuz while resuming a naval blockade of Iranian ports following the collapse of a ceasefire.
E Jean Carroll receives $5.6m from Trump after court releases damages
A Manhattan federal court has disbursed over $5.6 million to writer E. Jean Carroll following a jury verdict finding Donald Trump liable for sexual abuse and defamation.
Trump shrinks two Utah national monuments by more than 90%
President Trump has drastically reduced the size of two Utah national monuments, stripping protections from more than 90% of the combined land.
Trump’s attorneys, Justice Dept. leaders misused courts in IRS case, judge says
A federal judge sanctioned attorneys and DOJ leaders for using a lawsuit against the IRS to secure a settlement providing tax immunity for the Trump family.
US military launches third night of strikes against Iran
The U.S. military has launched a third consecutive night of strikes against Iranian forces following cruise missile attacks on commercial tankers. President Trump has also announced a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump says US should be reimbursed for taking control of Strait of Hormuz
President Trump suggests the US should be paid for acting as the 'guardian angel' of the strategic waterway following escalating missile exchanges with Iran.
U.S. and Iran exchange strikes as Strait of Hormuz standoff escalates
The U.S. and Iran reached an initial agreement to open the Strait of Hormuz following a weekend of heavy missile and drone strikes.
Oil prices leap and stocks fall amid US-Iran strikes over Hormuz
Global markets face extreme volatility following US airstrikes on Iran and a subsequent temporary ceasefire. The conflict has disrupted oil transit through the Strait of Hormuz.
US-Iran talks stall over Trump's demand for zero uranium enrichment
Negotiations between the US and Iran have stalled following a demand for a total end to uranium enrichment, coinciding with military strikes and severe economic sanctions.
Trump sets deadline for potential military strikes against Iran
The US has threatened comprehensive infrastructure destruction if Iran fails to meet conditions by April 7. This follows an intensifying naval blockade.
Senator Lindsey Graham dies at 71 following brief and sudden illness
South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham passed away at 71 following a brief and sudden illness. Political leaders are remembering the long-serving Republican for his role in foreign policy and Senate legislative battles.
US military strikes Iran after attack on civilian ship in Hormuz Strait
The United States and Iran have exchanged missile and drone strikes after Iranian attacks on civilian vessels, sparking a dangerous escalation in the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran closes Strait of Hormuz as new supreme leader vows revenge
The IRGC has declared the Strait of Hormuz closed until the end of U.S. interference in the region. The move follows the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and a pledge for revenge from his successor.
Trump warns US military will destroy Iran if he is assassinated
President Trump has issued a stark warning to Tehran, claiming instructions are in place for unprecedented military strikes should an assassination attempt be carried out.
Iran Officials Admit To "Mistake" After Attacks On Ships In Hormuz: Report
Tehran reportedly attributed attacks on commercial ships to hardliners as the U.S. demands public acknowledgment and open transit through the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump administration subpoenas New York Times journalists over new Air Force One reporting
The Justice Department has ordered four New York Times reporters to testify before a grand jury following reports of security gaps in a retrofitted Air Force One.
Mojtaba Khamenei pledges revenge for father Ali Khamenei's death
Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has pledged vengeance for his father's killing, sparking a fierce response from President Donald Trump.