The White House said on Monday that Trump has invited Pope Leo XIV to visit Washington. White House Press Secretary Levitt told reporters that Trump extended the invitation in a letter delivered by Vice President Vance. Previously, Vance attended the Pope's inauguration mass on Sunday and then had a private meeting with the Pope.

The phone call between Putin and Trump lasted for more than two hours. Both sides believed that the tone of the call was positive. Trump expressed his stance on the cease-fire during the conversation. Russia said it is ready to cooperate with Ukraine on the memorandum of the peace talks, and once the relevant agreement is reached, a cease-fire between Russia and Ukraine is possible. Trump said that Russia and Ukraine will immediately start negotiations on the cease-fire, and the conditions will be negotiated by both sides. The Vatican said it is very interested in hosting these negotiations. Kremlin aides said that the timetable for a possible cease-fire agreement between Russia and Ukraine was not discussed during the conversation, and the leaders of Russia and the United States intend to arrange a face-to-face meeting in the future.

Ukrainian President Zelensky said that he had two different types of phone calls with Trump on Monday. The first was a one-on-one conversation, and the second involved the leaders of France, Finland, Germany, Italy, and the European Union. Zelensky said that he is considering holding a summit-level meeting of all parties, including Ukraine, Russia, the United States, the EU countries, and the United Kingdom. He pointed out that Turkey, the Vatican, or Switzerland could be the venue for the meeting and hopes that the meeting can be held as soon as possible.

US President Trump said, "I have a red line in my mind about when I will stop promoting the Russia-Ukraine issue. I won't say what this red line is now. I think Putin has had enough and wants to stop. There will be no ground troops, and we will not send ground troops."

Earlier, Biden issued a statement through his office, announcing that he was diagnosed with malignant prostate cancer and the cancer cells had spread to the bones, and he was exploring treatment options. Trump expressed his sadness about this and wished Biden a speedy recovery, but then he commented, "I'm surprised that the public didn't know about Biden's cancer diagnosis for such a long time."

On May 19, local time, the US Supreme Court overturned the lower court's ruling and allowed the Trump administration to continue the policy of revoking the "Temporary Protected Status" (TPS) of Venezuelan immigrants.

According to the Russian newspaper Izvestia, Russian President's aide Ushakov said that Putin congratulated Trump on the birth of his grandson during a phone call with Trump. The report said that on May 15, Trump's daughter, model and singer Tiffany Trump, gave birth to a son. Ushakov said, "President Putin congratulated Trump on the birth of his 11th grandchild and wished the newborn and Trump's daughter good health." After the congratulations, the two heads of state immediately began to discuss the Ukraine issue. He emphasized that both leaders were "eager to continue" the conversation.

President Trump said, "Melania and I were saddened to hear about Joe Biden's recent medical diagnosis. We send our warmest thoughts and best wishes to Jill and their family for Joe's full recovery."

Foreign media reported that Trump's tax-cut bill was approved by a key House committee, putting it on track for a potential House vote later this week.

President Trump took to social media to question whether payments made by Kamala Harris' presidential campaign for performances by American singers constituted "major illegal campaign contributions," calling for a "major investigation." He alleged, "Candidates can't pay for endorsements, and Harris is doing exactly that under the guise of entertainment expenses." He characterized it as "just another way to use a broken system for corruption and illegal profit."

Vietnamese foreign ministry documents show that the Trump Organization is evaluating a project to build a Trump Tower in Ho Chi Minh City, with Trump's son Eric Trump expected to visit Vietnam this week.

According to RIA Novosti, the Kremlin announced that Russian President Putin will speak with President Trump by phone at 17:00 Moscow time (22:00 Beijing time) on Monday. Citing Kremlin spokesman Peskov, the report noted that the leaders will consider the results of last week's Russia-Ukraine talks in Istanbul during their discussion of the Ukraine issue.

Trump said, "Almost everyone agrees that 'the Fed should cut rates sooner rather than later.' 'Mr. Too Late' Powell, a man known for being 'too late,' might mess things up again. Who knows?"

Trump posted on his social platform "Truth Social" that he will speak with Russian President Putin at 10 a.m. on the 19th to discuss ending the Russia-Ukraine conflict and trade-related issues. He also said he will then call Ukrainian President Zelensky and engage in talks with NATO members alongside Zelensky.

In an interview on the 17th, Trump stated he is not disappointed in Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu. The Times of Israel commented that this appeared to downplay claims of a rift in their relationship.

Trump criticized ABC News on social media, saying it was false to claim Qatar gave him a free Boeing 747; instead, the plane will be donated to the U.S. Air Force/Department of Defense. He called ABC "fake news" and one of the worst news outlets.

Trump said, "Walmart should stop trying to blame tariffs for its entire supply chain price increases. Walmart made billions of dollars last year, far exceeding expectations. They should 'absorb the tariffs' instead of passing any costs to customers."

Trump concluded his visit to three Middle Eastern countries on the 16th, bringing back to the United States contracts and investment commitments worth trillions of dollars, covering industries such as energy, national defense, and artificial intelligence. In terms of foreign affairs, Trump said that he had proposed a nuclear deal to Iran and lifted sanctions on Syria.

Trump said on Friday that the United States had proposed a nuclear deal to Iran. Trump said, "They have received a proposal, but more importantly, they know that they must act quickly, or something bad will happen." However, Iran later said that it had not received any written proposal from the United States regarding the nuclear deal.

Trump said during a meeting with business executives in the UAE on Friday that the United States might unilaterally set new tariff rates on many trading partners, rather than reaching agreements with all of them. Washington will "impose new tariffs within the next two to three weeks."

Trump said that India had proposed to cut all tariffs on US goods, but he said that he was "not in a hurry" to reach an agreement with India.

Regarding the first direct negotiations between Russia and Ukraine in three years, Trump said that the Russian leadership was fully involved in the negotiations, and at the same time said, "I had a very difficult conversation with Zelensky. He doesn't want to ease the situation."

Trump said in an exclusive interview with Fox News on the 16th that Zelensky was the "best salesman in the world" and could take away large amounts of aid funds every time he went to Washington. And the United States just blindly provides aid funds without even knowing the flow of the funds.

The spokesman for the President of Ukraine said that Ukrainian President Zelensky, French President Macron, German Chancellor Merz, British Prime Minister Starmer, and Polish Prime Minister Tusk had a phone call with US President Trump.

Trump said in an interview with Fox News that if an agreement could not be reached on the Ukraine issue, he might impose new "destructive" sanctions on Russia.

Trump said that Putin and he "might" meet and that they must meet. The Russian side said that it had not made any contact with the United States.

According to informed sources, Trump has postponed the plan to establish a sovereign wealth fund. Previously, after three months of consultation, government officials failed to provide the broad investment flexibility he expected. The government is now considering creating a simpler and more limited-scale investment tool that operates through existing institutions and does not require additional congressional approval.

Trump again claimed at a business round-table meeting in Qatar that the United States could "take over Gaza" and turn it into a "free zone."

The Federal Appellate Court restored Trump's executive order aimed at weakening the unions of multiple institutions on the 16th. This order will weaken the federal employee unions of several institutions and lift the obstruction of the lower court's implementation of this directive on multiple target institutions.

Due to differences within the US Republican Party on the cost issue, Trump's tax bill was not passed in the House Budget Committee. Sources said that the Republican Party will continue to consult with the dissenting members within the party in the next few days and hopes to resume the legislative process as soon as next Monday.

Trump: I'm going back to the US after the Gulf trip. Let's see what happens in Russia and Ukraine. Once we can make the arrangements, I will meet with Russian President Putin.

Trump: We have $10 trillion in investment and are currently considering increasing it to about $13 trillion.

US President Trump said on Thursday that the US is researching and developing a twin-engine fighter jet named F-55 and an upgraded version of the Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor, the "F-22 Super".

The White House said that US President Trump finalized a $200-billion cooperation agreement during his visit to the UAE. The agreement includes projects in the field of artificial intelligence, which will boost the Gulf country's technological ambitions. "These agreements will significantly expand US investment and market access in the UAE," the White House said in a statement on Thursday. This announcement came at the third and final stop of Trump's Middle East trip.

US President Trump said on Friday that the UAE and the US have agreed to pave the way for the UAE to purchase some of the most advanced artificial intelligence semiconductors from US companies.

Trump: Anyway, we will take action against Iran.

US President Trump reiterated his desire to "take over" the Gaza Strip on May 15th, local time. Trump said at a business round-table meeting in Qatar that the US would "turn the Gaza Strip into a free zone" and argued that there was "nothing left to save" in this Palestinian territory.

On Thursday, the efforts of the US Republican Party to push through President Trump's comprehensive tax bill in Congress seemed to encounter obstacles, as hard-line conservatives demanded further cuts to the Medicaid program in exchange for their support in key procedural votes. House Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington warned that due to the opposition to this measure, the vote scheduled for Friday might be postponed.

Trump said, "I'm a big fan of cryptocurrency. I believe in artificial intelligence. I'm a believer in AI."

Trump said, "When Besent appears on TV, everything goes up. Besent knows the market."

US President Trump said on Thursday that the US needs to pay off its debt before establishing a sovereign wealth fund, indicating that the plan to establish the fund within a year may change. Trump said at a press conference in Doha, "I'd rather pay off the debt first and then establish a sovereign wealth fund." Trump signed an executive order in February this year requiring the establishment of a sovereign wealth fund within the next year. Trump had previously said that the revenue from tariffs on US-imported goods could form the basis of a wealth fund.

US President Trump reached a historic $1.2 trillion economic commitment in Qatar. During Trump's visit to Qatar, the two sides signed a number of cooperation agreements in the fields of economy, trade and defense. Among them, Boeing received an order worth $200 billion, and Qatar will purchase 160 aircraft from Boeing.

US President Trump said, "I don't know if President Putin of Russia will attend the talks on Ukraine if I don't attend. Putin hopes I will go to Turkey, and it's possible. If we can end the Russia-Ukraine conflict, I will consider it." US officials said hours later that Trump would not go to Turkey to participate in the Russia-Ukraine talks.

Trump said that the US is very close to reaching an agreement with Iran. The US is having very serious negotiations with Iran on long-term peace. Iran has generally agreed to the terms of the agreement. Sources said there are still differences in the negotiations that need to be bridged.

US President Trump said in Doha on Thursday that India has proposed a zero-tariff trade agreement to the US. India is seeking to reach a trade agreement with the US within a 90-day tariff suspension period.

US President Trump said that he has asked Apple CEO Tim Cook to stop building factories in India. When talking about his conversation with the Apple CEO during the state visit to Qatar, Trump said, "I had a little friction with Cook yesterday. He is building factories all over India. And I don't want them to build factories in India." Trump said that after this exchange, Apple will "increase production in the US".

US President Trump said that he didn't talk about building a Trump Tower or engaging in golf business in Syria during his meeting in Saudi Arabia, which ended on Wednesday. The Trump family has significant business interests in several Gulf countries he visited this week.

"The stock market is going to go way up. The market's rise will bring amazing changes," said President Trump.

President Trump announced Tuesday that Secretary of State Rubio will represent him at the Russia-Ukraine peace talks expected to be held in Istanbul on Thursday amid the ongoing conflict. Trump did not further indicate he would attend the meeting himself—his personal participation remains highly challenging due to tight security and logistical planning timelines.

Taking to "Truth Social," President Trump wrote: "No inflation! Gas, energy, groceries, and almost everything else are DOWN! The Fed must cut rates like Europe and China. 'Mr. Too Late' Powell—why the hesitation? Unfair to America, which is ready to boom. Let it happen; it will be beautiful!"

Trump obtained a $600 billion investment pledge from Saudi Arabia on Tuesday, signing agreements in Riyadh covering energy, defense, mining, and other sectors. According to a White House briefing, the U.S. agreed to sell nearly $142 billion in weapons to Saudi Arabia, calling it the "largest defense cooperation agreement" ever struck by Washington.

Sources revealed the Trump administration is evaluating a deal that would permit the UAE to import over 1 million advanced Nvidia chips. From now until 2027, the agreement would allow the UAE to annually import 500,000 of Nvidia's most cutting-edge chips. One-fifth of the chips would go to Abu Dhabi's AI firm G42, with the rest allocated to U.S. companies building data centers in the Gulf nation.

President Trump commended Saudi Arabia's efforts to diversify its economy away from oil dependence. "Oil will always be a huge 'monster' in Saudi Arabia, but it's an honor to be back. Today, we're renewing our partnership and taking next steps to advance bilateral ties," he said.

"We want a deal with Iran, but only if it stops supporting terrorism and abandons nuclear weapons. If Iran rejects our olive branch, we'll have no choice but to impose maximum pressure and reduce its oil exports to zero. Iran will not become a nuclear state," Trump warned.

During a meeting with the Syrian president, Trump announced measures to restore normal relations with Syria, deciding to lift sanctions after discussions with the Saudi crown prince and Turkish president. He urged Syrian President al-Assad to join the Abraham Accords.

"Congress is about to pass the largest tax-cut bill in history. The tax-relief legislation is moving smoothly in Congress and will be a rocket to propel America's economy forward," Trump said.

The Trump administration ended an extra $450 million in funding for Harvard University, marking a further escalation of the president's attacks on the elite institution. This comes on top of last week's $2.2 billion cut.

Trump signed an executive order to reduce drug prices, aiming for at least a 59% decrease. Trump said he had discussed weight-loss drugs with pharmaceutical companies. The prices of weight-loss drugs in the US are high. He will no longer tolerate large pharmaceutical companies making huge profits. The intermediate links in drug sales will be eliminated, and selling drugs directly to Americans will reduce drug prices. He will tell other countries that if drug prices do not go down, they should stop selling cars to the US.

Trump arrived in Saudi Arabia to start his Middle East tour. Informed sources told the US media that the Trump administration, in order to strengthen relations with the Middle East, has agreed to directly reach deals on AI chips with Middle Eastern officials. Elon Musk, Sam Altman (the founder of OpenAI), and Jensen Huang (the CEO of Nvidia) will have lunch with Trump and the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia in Riyadh.

US President Trump proposed the possibility of attending the Russia-Ukraine talks in Turkey on Thursday. Trump said, "I think the talks between Russia and Ukraine in Turkey on Thursday could have a good outcome. I have thought about flying there. I don't know where I will be on Thursday. I have many meetings to attend, but I have considered taking a plane there. There is a possibility."

US President Trump said, "The talks between Russia and Ukraine on Thursday are very important. I believe both leaders will attend. The talks could bring positive results. I have a hunch that Putin might agree to a cease-fire."

The US House Ways and Means Committee released a tax bill. The bill plans to cut taxes by more than $4 trillion and reduce spending by at least $1.5 trillion over the next ten years, and will raise the US debt ceiling by $4 trillion. The bill extends many of the tax-cut policies from Trump's first term that are set to expire at the end of this year. It includes some of Trump's key campaign promises, but does not mention his proposal to tax millionaires by grade. Trump said that after returning from the Middle East, all outstanding issues will be jointly addressed.

US President Trump said on Monday that after India and Pakistan reached a cease-fire agreement, the US is prepared to help them. Trade is an important reason for them to stop fighting. Talks with Pakistan are about to begin.

US President Trump said that he talked with Tim Cook, the CEO of Apple, earlier on Monday morning.

US President Trump said that he might relax some sanctions on Syria, or even completely lift the sanctions on Syria.

US President Trump said that Iran has been sensible and reasonable in the ongoing talks about its nuclear program.

The US side has cancelled 91% of the additional tariffs, and the Chinese side has correspondingly cancelled 91% of the counter-tariffs. The US side has suspended the implementation of 24% of the "reciprocal tariffs" and retained the remaining 10% of the tariffs. The Chinese side has also correspondingly suspended the implementation of 24% of the counter-tariffs and retained the remaining 10% of the tariffs.

President Trump of the United States posted on his social media about the high drug prices in the US, saying that at 21:00 Beijing time on Monday, he will sign an executive order at the White House that will have a very far-reaching impact in US history. The prices of prescription drugs and medicines will almost immediately drop by 30% to 80%.

US officials and Arab officials revealed that President Trump will set off for the Gulf region on Monday, planning to bring back $1 trillion in deals and investment commitments. The agreements signed in Saudi Arabia will include at least $100 billion in arms sales and large-scale energy and mineral deals. According to informed sources, Qatar is also expected to announce $200-300 billion in deals and investments, including a huge commercial aircraft deal with Boeing and a $2-billion deal to purchase MQ-9 Reaper drones.

Trump responded to the question about receiving a gift of an aircraft from Qatar: The Department of Defense has received a 747 aircraft as a gift, which is used free of charge to temporarily replace Air Force One that has been in service for 40 years. This is a very public and transparent deal, which makes those corrupt Democrats very unhappy, so much so that they insist that we buy this aircraft at a high price.

Trump said that he questioned whether Ukraine would reach an agreement with Putin. He will continue to work with Russia and Ukraine to end the conflict.

In recent days, the freight volume at multiple ports in the United States has dropped significantly, and the number of docked cargo ships has decreased. When asked about this issue on May 8, US President Trump said that this means the United States is losing less money. He also believes that the situation will be better if there is less business. Therefore, the slowdown is a good thing, not a bad one.

The Washington Post reported that regarding the inability to end the Russia-Ukraine conflict quickly, Trump privately admitted that he feels "frustrated." Last week, he told a group of top donors in Florida that his efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine conflict are increasing his frustration, and it even keeps him up at night.

On the evening of May 9, local time, a US federal judge ruled that the Trump administration cannot continue to advance the large-scale layoffs or major restructuring plans for multiple federal agencies based on an executive order issued in February this year.

Trump said on social media, "With the mediation of the United States, after a long night, I am pleased to announce that India and Pakistan have agreed to a full ceasefire immediately. Congratulations to the two countries for achieving this result with common sense and great wisdom." Trump also said that trade with India and Pakistan will be significantly increased. In addition, the United States will cooperate with both India and Pakistan to explore whether a solution to the Kashmir issue can be reached "after a thousand years."

The Ukrainian side announced yesterday that it is ready to achieve a complete unconditional ceasefire for at least 30 days starting from the 12th, and Trump is reported to have supported this move by phone. Subsequently, Putin proposed resuming direct negotiations between Russia and Ukraine in Turkey on the 15th. Trump commented on social media, "This could be a major good day for Russia and Ukraine! Thousands of lives are expected to be saved, and this endless 'conflict' is expected to come to an end. This will be a brand-new and better world. I will continue to work with both sides to ensure that this can be achieved. The United States hopes to shift its focus to reconstruction and trade. Next week will be a crucial week!"

Trump posted on his social platform Truth Social, wishing "everyone a happy Mother's Day" (HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY TO ALL, AND TO ALL A GOODNIGHT!!!).

Trump posted on social media, "Costs are down, and there is no inflation. This is completely different from what the Federal Reserve and the fake news media 'hope'!"

Trump said on social media, "Many trade agreements are in the works, and they are all good (great!) agreements." According to sources, the priority list for trade negotiations in Trump's team includes countries such as Japan, South Korea, and Vietnam. These are all major sources of imports for the United States and countries where Trump hopes to reduce the trade deficit. It also includes relatively minor partners such as Fiji, Lesotho, and Mauritius.

Trump said on social media, "To help low-and middle-income workers, I and everyone else will generously accept a 'small' tax increase on the rich. Anyway, Republicans probably shouldn't do this, but if they do, it's okay with me."

The Trump administration is reviving the National Space Council, a historically influential policy-making body that can help guide the government's ambitious space goals and also serve as a check on Musk. The revival of this council also ends the outside speculation that Trump would not restore this office after SpaceX, Musk's company, lobbied.

The White House said on Friday that Trump fired Carla Hayden, the Librarian of Congress, partly because of her commitment to diversity.

White House officials said that President Trump of the United States plans to sign a proclamation to establish the "Homecoming Program" to encourage illegal immigrants to voluntarily leave the United States. Trump then posted, "Today, I signed an executive order to launch the first self-deportation program in history. Illegal immigrants staying in the United States will face penalties, including deportation, and the location and method will be completely at our discretion. To all illegal immigrants: Come and book your free flight!"

According to The New York Times, the Trump administration is considering issuing several executive orders aimed at speeding up the construction of nuclear power plants to help meet the growing electricity demand. The draft order states that the United States calls for a "comprehensive revision" of federal safety regulations to make the construction of new nuclear power plants easier. They will also set a goal of quadrupling the scale of the country's nuclear power plants from the current nearly 100 gigawatts to 400 gigawatts in 2050.

According to two US officials and another informed person, the US government is discussing bringing Greenland under its sphere of influence through the Compact of Free Association (COFA). This agreement model has previously only been applicable to Pacific island countries such as Micronesia, the Marshall Islands, and Palau. Under the COFA agreement, the US government usually provides many public services, from mail delivery to emergency management to military protection, in exchange for the right to free military operations and tax-free trade privileges in the contracting states.

According to informed sources, Trump's aides have threatened the United Nations and other international aid organizations that if they do not support a new US-led aid plan for Gaza, the United States will cut funds and impose other sanctions on them. On Wednesday, US Middle East envoy Wittko issued the above-mentioned warning at a private briefing for UN Security Council ambassadors in New York, and his aide, Arielle Lightstone, met with UN officials in Geneva on Thursday.

The US Army has postponed until next year its decision on whether to approve the full-scale production of Lockheed Martin's $2-billion air-defense radar system. This system is regarded as a candidate for the "Golden Dome" defense umbrella proposed by the Trump administration. The US Army previously said it planned to make a full-speed production decision on Lockheed's "Sentinel A4" radar in October, but now the schedule has been postponed to between July and September 2026 for more intense combat testing.

Two sources said that in order to reach a trade agreement with Trump, India has proposed to cut the tariff differential with the United States from the current nearly 13% to less than 4% in exchange for the exemption from Trump's "current and potential" tariff increases. This would mean that the average tariff gap between India and the United States (calculated based on all products, regardless of trade volume) would be reduced by 9 percentage points, which is one of the most radical changes made by the world's fifth-largest economy to reduce trade barriers.

Trump told reporters that if the Federal Reserve were willing to cut interest rates, it would have a "jet-fuel-like" boost to the US economy. But Fed Chair Powell refused to cut rates, perhaps because "he doesn't love me". Trump had previously called Powell "Mr. Too-Late" and a fool.

Trump announced a trade deal with the UK, saying, "This agreement includes increased market access for US exports worth billions of dollars, especially in the agricultural sector, greatly increasing the market access for US beef, ethanol, and almost all products produced by our great farmers."

The US and the UK reached a new trade agreement, partially eliminating tariffs on some goods between the two sides. Trump said that if the trade agreement and tax-cutting measures were implemented, "you'd better buy stocks now".

Sources said that Trump proposed to create a new 39.6% tax bracket for individuals with an annual income of at least $2.5 million or couples with an income of $5 million. If approved by Congress, it would bring the top tax rate back to the level before Trump's 2017 tax-cut policy.

Trump called on Thursday for a 30-day unconditional cease-fire between Russia and Ukraine, warning that if the cease-fire was not observed, the US and its partners would impose further sanctions.

US President Trump said, "Congratulations to Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost on his appointment as Pope. He is the first American Pope, which is a great honor for our country. Looking forward to meeting Pope Leo XIV."

According to two sources, Trump met yesterday with Ron Dermer, the Israeli Minister of Strategic Affairs and a confidant of Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, to discuss nuclear negotiations with Iran and the Gaza conflict.

The Trump administration plans to lift the artificial intelligence chip restrictions imposed during the Biden era. The policy was originally scheduled to take effect on May 15, but it has not been finalized yet. The Trump administration believes that the restrictions from the Biden era are too complex. Trump also said that he will soon announce whether to ease the chip export restrictions on some Gulf countries.

US President Trump said that he would consider tariff-exemption requests from specific industries, but he also said that he prefers to maintain a broader and less-complex tariff policy. Trump said he was unaware of the issue of tariff exemptions for baby products.

"At 10 o'clock tomorrow morning, we will hold a large-scale press conference in the Oval Office to discuss a major trade agreement reached with the representatives of a highly respected major country. This will be the first of many agreements!" Trump wrote. Media reports said that Trump was expected to announce a trade agreement with the UK on the 8th local time.

After India and Pakistan clashed, Trump offered to help resolve the India-Pakistan conflict and hoped that India and Pakistan would stop fighting. Trump said, "It's terrible. My position is that I get along well with both countries. I hope to see them solve the problem. I hope to see them stop, and I hope they stop now."

Documents reviewed by The Washington Post showed that the Trump administration had urged the Ukrainian government earlier this year to accept an unspecified number of third-country citizens deported by the US during the war.

Former US President Biden gave an exclusive interview to the BBC and launched a scathing attack on his successor Trump, criticizing Trump's "undignified" treatment of US allies and his "appeasement" of Russia on the Russia-Ukraine issue, and expressing concerns about the future of the trans-Atlantic alliance.

At a press conference, when asked about Trump's request, Federal Reserve Chairman Powell refuted the president, saying that such pressure "really won't affect our work or what we are going to do." The Federal Reserve focuses on economic data and its dual mandate.

Some US media reported that "Trump plans to announce next week that the US will change the name of the 'Persian Gulf' to the 'Arabian Gulf'." When asked about the name-change issue, Trump responded, "I don't want to hurt anyone's feelings. I will listen to the relevant briefings... and then make a decision."

The talks between Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Carney did not reach a decision on tariffs. Carney clearly told Trump that Canada would not be sold. Trump admonished Carney, "Never say never." He also believed that the US-Canada border was "artificially demarcated."

Trump will make a major announcement before his trip to the Middle East. The content may not necessarily involve trade matters.

According to the Associated Press, two US officials told the media that Trump plans to announce that the US will rename the "Persian Gulf" to the "Arabian Gulf" when he visits Saudi Arabia next week. This is not the first time Trump has "renamed" a geographical name.

US President Trump said he was "sorry" about India's military actions against Pakistan and said he had just learned of the news. Trump said he only hoped that all this would "end as soon as possible."

Trump said that the Houthi armed forces had announced that they would no longer attack and blow up ships, and the US would respect their promise and believe what they said. Trump said he thought this was very positive news and that the US would immediately stop bombing the Houthi armed forces.

Trump said on Tuesday, local time, that it was not a good time to invite Russia to re-join the G7. "I don't think the timing is right. We missed that opportunity," Trump said. In February this year, Trump had publicly said that he hoped Russia would return to the G7.

Trump said he was tired of questions about when an agreement would be reached. "We don't have to sign an agreement. If we want to, we can sign 25 agreements now. We will sign some agreements, but more importantly, we will reduce the prices of shopping in the US."

Trump said there was no plan to stop in Israel during his visit to the Middle East. Israeli media had previously said that Israel received news that US President Trump would visit Israel during his trip to the Middle East next week.

Trump said he will issue a statement on matters related to drug costs next week and will announce tariff measures on pharmaceutical products within the next two weeks.

Trump ordered the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to shorten the time for approving domestic drug manufacturing plants and ordered to increase the fee standards and inspection frequencies for foreign-made factories.

Trump said he will travel to Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar next week. Foreign media reported that Larry Fink, the CEO of BlackRock, Jane Fraser of Citigroup, and some senior executives of US technology companies will accompany Trump on his visit to Saudi Arabia next week.

Trump said he will pay $1,000 to illegal immigrants who voluntarily leave the US and arrange flights for them to depart. Trump said this plan aims to advance his plan to deport illegal immigrants on a large scale.

US President Trump said that Washington knows who is responsible for the explosion of the "Nord Stream" gas pipeline, so there is no need for a special investigation. He also denied the claim that Russia was involved in the incident.

US President Trump said that both Moscow and Kiev hope to resolve the Ukraine conflict, and after the recent drop in oil prices, Russian President Putin is more inclined to peace. "Now that the oil prices have dropped, I think we are in a favorable position for reconciliation. Russia wants to reconcile, and so does Ukraine," Trump said.

US President Trump said that he has talked with Turkish President Erdogan, and Erdogan will visit Washington in the future. Trump said their discussion was "very good and productive" and that the two discussed "many issues," including the Russia-Ukraine conflict, the Syria issue, and the Gaza war.

The Trump administration is decommissioning the "Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force," which has long played a central role in combating transnational organized crime networks, drug cartels, and human trafficking gangs.

Trump said he knew nothing about being portrayed as the Pope. The image of the Pope was for entertainment purposes.

When asked if he would fire Powell before 2026, Trump gave his most explicit negative answer to date: "No, no, no. Why would I do that? I can wait. Anyway, it won't be long before I can replace him."

Trump downplayed concerns about the possibility of an economic recession, saying that the United States is in a transitional period. He is not worried that the economy will shrink during his tenure, but he does not rule out that possibility. When further asked if he would take responsibility for the impact of his tariff policies on the economy, Trump said that he would ultimately take responsibility for everything.

Trump said, "The movie industry in the United States is dying rapidly. Impose a 100% tariff on all movies made abroad and imported into the United States. We want movies to be filmed in the United States again!" Currently, there are numerous Hollywood blockbusters that have been filmed overseas and are yet to be released, as well as those that are in the process of being filmed or planned to be filmed overseas.

Trump posted on a social media platform that he is instructing the US Bureau of Prisons, the Department of Justice, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the Department of Homeland Security to re-open the Alcatraz Island prison (also known as "Devil's Island") after significant expansion and reconstruction to incarcerate the "most brutal and violent criminals" in the United States.

Trump said that he is expected to appoint a new national security advisor within six months and is considering appointing Matthew Miller, the spokesperson for the US Department of Defense, as the national security advisor.

On the eve of the Canadian prime minister's visit to the United States, Trump reiterated in an interview with the US media that he wants Canada to become the "51st state" of the United States and said that he will "always talk about this matter." When asked if he would consider using force to annex Canada, Trump believed that "we will never go that far."

Trump admitted that he had indeed proposed to Mexico to send US troops to help the Mexican government combat drug cartels. Mexican President Cimbaum confirmed that she had refused, saying that "sovereignty is not for sale" and that she would never allow US troops to enter Mexico.

In an interview, Trump said that he is still "skeptical" about the occurrence of armed seizure of Greenland, but he said that this possibility "certainly" exists.

When asked if any trade agreements would be reached this week, Trump said, "There probably will be."

The Trump administration collected more than $17.4 billion in "tariffs and certain excise taxes" in April. This is almost double the revenue of $9.6 billion in March and far exceeds any revenue during Trump's first term.

Mexican President Cienbaum said that Trump proposed that US troops enter Mexico to fight drug dealers, but she rejected this proposal because Mexico's sovereignty and territory are inviolable.

Thirteen Democratic senators sent a letter to Trump, expressing concerns about the possible behavior of Musk, during his tenure as a senior White House advisor, of using his government position to facilitate overseas transactions of his commercial projects for personal gain, and called for an investigation into this.

In an interview clip broadcast on Saturday, Lara Trump, the daughter-in-law of US President Trump, asked Musk if he regretted supporting Trump's campaign for US President. Musk smiled and said "Yes", but then quickly changed it to "No", and then told someone off-camera to cut this part and not air it. Lara responded jokingly, "I hope not."

US President Trump said he would revoke Harvard University's tax-exempt status. Harvard responded that this action has no legal basis, and if such a measure is applied to more universities, it will have serious consequences for the future of US higher education.

After the release of the non-farm payrolls report, Trump posted that the gasoline price has just dropped below $1.98 per gallon, the lowest level in years. Grocery prices are falling, energy prices are falling, mortgage rates are declining, and employment is strong. There is more good news. Tariffs have brought in billions of dollars in revenue. As I said, we are only in the transition stage and just getting started!! Consumers have been waiting for prices to drop for years. There is no inflation, and the Federal Reserve should cut interest rates!!

Canadian Prime Minister Carney said he will go to the White House in the United States to meet with US President Trump next Tuesday (the 6th). The key topics of the meeting will be the current trade pressure and the "broader future economic and security relations" between Canada and the United States.

On May 2nd, local time, the Trump administration said in a statement that it will cut $163 billion in federal spending next year. The White House Office of Management and Budget said that compared with the level set in 2025, the proposed budget will increase defense spending by 13%, homeland security spending by nearly 65%, and non-defense discretionary spending will be cut by 23%, reaching the lowest level since 2017. In addition, the White House proposed a budget of $1.7 trillion for the 2026 fiscal year, a 7.6% decrease from the previous year. White House officials said that the proposed 2026 fiscal year budget contains the lowest non-defense spending since 2000.

According to foreign media reports, US President Trump has set his sights on the pharmaceutical industry, hoping that the pharmaceutical industry will bear part of the cost of tax cuts, and urging congressional Republicans to force pharmaceutical manufacturers to accept price cuts for prescription drugs covered by the Medicaid program.

Trump and Mexican President Cienbaum have been arguing about the drug cartels. Trump is putting pressure on Mexico to allow the United States to be more deeply involved in the fight against drug cartels. In addition, Trump and Cienbaum discussed the issue of US troops in a phone call on April 16th.

US President Trump posted a photo on "Truth Social" that was obviously processed by AI. In the photo, he was wearing a pope's white robe. This post was reposted by the official White House X account. Earlier this week, when asked about his preferred candidate for the new pope, Trump joked, "I want to be the pope," and added that Archbishop Dolan of New York "would also be suitable."

The US GDP unexpectedly shrank in the first quarter. Trump posted that this is Biden's stock market, not his. He didn't take over until January 20th. It will take some time for the economy to recover, and it has nothing to do with tariffs. It's just that Biden left behind bad figures. But when the US economy starts to boom, it will be unique. Be patient!!

Trump said that the "big beautiful bill" currently in the works might be "bigger than tariffs". He praised the work done by Senate Majority Leader Thune in legislation and added that Democrats are "trying to block it everywhere". He warned that "if they succeed, it will mean a 58% tax increase". Trump reiterated that the proposed spending bill will mean "the biggest tax cut in US history".

According to US media reports, Musk is no longer staying at the White House full-time, and the DOGE team will continue to work. Trump said: Musk wants to return to his car business. He has helped a great deal, and he can stay as long as he wants. Musk has been "unfairly treated".

At a cabinet meeting, US President Trump said that he doesn't plan to "take credit" or "take the blame" for the stock market situation. The stock market is just an indicator, and the stock market situation shows how bad a situation they took over. And in the next quarter, the market will still be affected by what Biden has done.

US President Trump said that Canadian Prime Minister Carney called him yesterday, saying that he hopes to reach an agreement. Trump believes that the US will have a good relationship with Canada. Trump also said that Canadian Prime Minister Carney will visit the White House next week or within a shorter time.

The Trump administration notified Congress on April 30th of its plan to approve the export of defense-related products worth $50 million or more to Ukraine through direct commercial sales. Ukrainian media said that this is the first time since Trump took office this time that he has planned to approve arms exports to Ukraine.

On Wednesday, the US and Ukraine reached an agreement on accessing Ukraine's natural resources. Kiev did this to seek the support of US President Trump in the cease-fire negotiations with Russia. The agreement will allow the US to enjoy privileges in new investment projects for the development of Ukraine's natural resources, including aluminum, graphite, oil, and gas. Earlier on Wednesday, at a cabinet meeting held at the White House, Trump said, "We have reached an agreement. Our funds are safe, and we can start digging and do what we have to do."

Canadian Prime Minister Carney had a phone call with US President Trump and they will meet in the near future.

Trump signed an executive order to cancel some auto tariffs to reduce the impact on domestic automakers.

Trump delivered a speech to the National Guard soldiers in Michigan and praised US Defense Secretary Hegseth for doing a great job.

Trump gave a 100-day-in-office speech, once again attacking the Federal Reserve Chairman, saying that he is more knowledgeable than Powell; vigorously promoting tariffs and promising not to cut Medicare and Social Security.

Trump joked that he would be the "first choice" to be the next leader of the Catholic Church. He told reporters, "I want to be the Pope," and then shared his views on the actual successor.

Trump will hold a cabinet meeting at 11:00 p.m. EST (23:00 Beijing time tonight) and will give an "Invest in America" speech at 4:00 p.m. EST (04:00 Beijing time tomorrow).

A Reuters/Ipsos poll shows that Trump's overall approval rating is stable at 42%; the approval rating for Trump's handling of the US economic issue has dropped to 36%; and the dissatisfaction rate with the economy has risen to 56%.

Informed sources revealed that Trump is expected to take measures to alleviate the impact of auto tariffs. This is to prevent the tariffs on foreign-made cars from being added on top of the other tariffs he has already imposed, and to relax some of the tariffs on foreign auto parts used in car manufacturing in the United States. Trump may sign the relevant announcement on Tuesday.

Two sources from the Trump administration said that Trump is reaching larger-scale trade agreements with various countries. These agreements are not just about reducing the latest tariffs, which is also the reason why it will take the White House more time to make an announcement. Japan, Vietnam, Argentina, the United Kingdom, South Korea, and the European Union are the countries most frequently mentioned by Trump and his trade team.

Trump said that the recent polls conducted by The New York Times, The Washington Post, ABC News, and Fox News are all wrong. They are all despicable criminals and have suffered from "Trump Derangement Syndrome" with no cure. The polls by fake news (agencies) are just as fake as the news itself! We are doing very well, better than ever before.

Trump will sign an executive order to conduct English proficiency tests for American truck drivers. In addition, Trump signed an executive order regarding sanctuary cities.

Trump said that he announced the establishment of a review committee of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The new members will strive to fix a severely damaged system and return power to national emergency managers, making the United States safe again.

The Trump administration and Mexico have reached two key agreements in the agricultural field. These include Mexico's commitment to providing water to farmers in Texas, the United States, and an agreement on how to combat the "New World Screwworm" (NWS) pest south of the border.

A recent public opinion poll jointly conducted by ABC, The Washington Post, and Ipsos shows that Trump's approval rating after 100 days in office is 39%, a 6-percentage-point decrease from February, reaching the lowest approval rating after 100 days in office among US presidents in the past 80 years.

Trump urged Russia to stop its attacks on Ukraine, saying that Putin needs to show his determination to end the Russia-Ukraine conflict. He also said that he is very disappointed with Russia. In addition, Trump said that his one-on-one meeting with Ukrainian President Zelensky in the Vatican on Saturday went smoothly. He felt that Zelensky had become calmer and hoped to reach an agreement.

Trump urged Republicans to draft a "great and beautiful" bill, saying that this is a crucial week for drafting the bill. The bill will include large-scale tax cuts, strong border security measures, significant military progress, substantial deregulation, strong spending reforms, and so on. Trump promised that his plan would "unleash economic prosperity and accelerate the entry into the golden age of the United States."

Senior White House officials revealed that Trump plans to sign an executive order to increase the crackdown on states and cities led by the Democratic Party that do not fully cooperate with federal immigration enforcement. The government will draw up a list within a month. The cities and states on the list may face the risk of being cut off from federal funds and may encounter criminal and civil lawsuits for refusing to change their laws or practices.

Trump will receive the Philadelphia Eagles, the champion of the 59th National Football League (NFL) Super Bowl, at the White House on Monday.

Trump said on Sunday that he plans to restore Columbus Day (the second Monday in October) as a federal holiday in the United States. The US president cannot unilaterally cancel or declare a federal holiday but needs the approval of Congress.

Trump said that he will not lift the tariffs imposed on China unless China makes substantial concessions.

Trump said that Russian President Putin has no reason to launch missiles at civilian areas, cities, and towns, and that it may be necessary to deal with him through financial sanctions or secondary sanctions.

According to a report in The Wall Street Journal, the Trump administration of the US President is taking actions to further tighten its control over the hiring and firing of federal employees.

According to the blockchain data company Chainalysis, in the past two days, Trump and his allies have amassed nearly $900,000 from the transaction fees of the TRUMP cryptocurrency tokens.

US President Trump said that US ships should be allowed to pass through the Panama Canal and the Suez Canal for free. Without the United States, these canals would not exist, and he has asked US Secretary of State Rubio to handle the relevant issues.

The US Department of Justice issued a memorandum, revoking the policy of the Biden administration that prohibited prosecutors from casually accessing journalists' communication data. The new rule allows prosecutors in criminal investigations to use subpoenas, court orders, and search warrants to force "members of the news media to provide relevant information and testimony related to them."

Supporting the Ban on Stock Trading by Members of Congress - According to foreign media reports, Trump has hinted at supporting a ban on stock trading by members of the US Congress.

Trump said he liked the concept of raising taxes on the rich. He doesn't think the budget will cut $800 billion from Medicaid and will veto bills that cut Social Security and Medicare.

The US State Department, through its Bureau of Consular Affairs, has issued a warning to foreigners who attempt to enter the US on tourist visas for the purpose of "birth tourism". The State Department emphasizes that such behavior violates US immigration law and is "unacceptable", and consular officers are actively identifying and rejecting visa applications related to such behavior.

FBI Director Patel said on Friday that federal agents had arrested a Wisconsin judge on charges of obstruction of justice. The US Marshals Service confirmed that the Trump administration had arrested the sitting judge.

Unlikely to Suspend Tariffs for Another 90 Days - Trump said it was unlikely to approve another 90-day tariff suspension. He hopes to reach trade agreements with a series of countries, will set "fair" tariff prices for different countries, and expects trade agreements to be reached in three to four weeks.

Trump said he was engaging with Iranian high-level officials and proposed the possibility of reaching a temporary agreement with Iran.

Ukrainian Foreign Ministry spokesman Tishy said on April 25 that Ukraine was finalizing the final text of the mineral agreement with the US, which would take some time. Trump said on social media that he hoped to sign the agreement "immediately".

The office of the Ukrainian president said that Ukrainian President Zelensky met with US President Trump in Rome. The meeting between the US and Ukrainian presidents lasted about 15 minutes, and the two sides had a productive discussion. The two sides have agreed to hold further negotiations, and the teams of both sides are arranging for this meeting.

Trump said that the negotiations and meetings with Russia and Ukraine on that day went smoothly, and they were "very close" to reaching an agreement. The two sides should now hold a high-level meeting to "end the war".

NATO Secretary-General Rutte met with Trump and senior US officials to discuss defense spending, the NATO summit, and the Ukraine conflict. Trump said that Ukraine was unlikely to join NATO.

US President Trump, accompanied by First Lady Melania, arrived in Rome, Italy, to attend the funeral of Pope Francis. According to reports, Trump said he would meet with "some people", possibly including Italian Prime Minister Meloni.

According to foreign media reports, the Trump administration is pressuring Europe to abandon the rulebook that forces advanced AI developers to follow stricter transparency, risk-mitigation, and copyright standards.

On April 24th, local time, Russia launched missile and drone attacks on Kiev, killing at least 12 people, which was the most severe attack on the capital of Ukraine this year. Trump said on social media, "I'm displeased with Russia's attack on Kiev. It's unnecessary and the timing is bad. Vladimir (Russian President Putin), stop! 5,000 soldiers die every week. Let's reach a peace agreement!"

US President Trump said, "The next few days are crucial for promoting a cease-fire between Ukraine and Russia. I have my own deadline for the situation in Ukraine and Russia. After that, we will adopt a very different attitude towards Russia/Ukraine. I would prefer to answer questions about Russian sanctions within a week and will do my best to cooperate with Ukraine."

According to a reporter from Fox Business Channel, citing sources, people inside the Trump White House are reminding Wall Street executives that they are close to reaching a trade agreement in principle with India. According to media reports, informed sources said that the US-India trade agreement under discussion will cover 19 categories, including expanding market access for agricultural products, e-commerce, data storage, and critical minerals.

Six sources revealed that Trump may announce a package of arms sales to Saudi Arabia worth more than $100 billion during his visit to the country in May. Two sources said that a series of advanced weapon systems, including C-130 transport aircraft, may be provided. Another source said that the company will also provide missiles and radars. In addition, Raytheon Technologies is expected to be involved. It is reported that the executives of several defense companies are considering going to the region as part of a delegation.

Trump said, "The new housing sales data is very good, and this is with the interest rate still at a relatively high level." Trump did not specify which data he was referring to. However, the latest existing-home sales data shows that existing-home sales, which account for the vast majority of the market, fell 5.9% in March compared with the previous month, the weakest since 2009. Trump said again, "We should cut interest rates. The Federal Reserve should cut interest rates. I hope they will cut interest rates. This is a wise move."

US President Trump held bilateral talks with Norwegian Prime Minister Støre. Trump said, "Norway has always been an important ally of ours. Almost all countries have a trade surplus with the United States. Norway has a trade surplus with the United States. We will hold talks with Norway on trade and other matters." When asked about the proposed Norwegian tariffs, US President Trump said, "I think they can pay more," and mentioned Norway's sovereign wealth fund.

US President Donald Trump reiterated that he will hold "meetings" with other international leaders during the funeral of Pope Francis in Rome. Trump told reporters in the Oval Office, "Everyone wants to meet," but did not specify who he planned to meet.

According to several US media reports, the official Trump store has launched more merchandise with the words "Trump 2028" printed on it, including hats sold for $50 and T-shirts sold for $36. The description of the hat is "The future is bright! Rewrite the rules with this Trump 2028 high-crown hat." The T-shirt also has the words "Rewrite the rules" printed on it. Trump said in March that he does not rule out the possibility of seeking a third term, but it is still too early to consider.

According to foreign media reports, Trump signed an executive order aiming to open up large-scale deep-sea mineral mining in international waters, which challenges the International Seabed Authority (ISA) that theoretically has jurisdiction over the high seas. The report said that the order requires "accelerating the review" of applications for "exploration and mining" of minerals "outside the jurisdiction of the United States" and "accelerating the issuance of licenses." According to a senior US official, this measure is expected to mine 1 billion tons of materials within 10 years.

According to a spokesman for the US State Department, senior US State Department official Michael Anton will lead the US technical team to negotiate a new Iran nuclear agreement. The first round of technical talks is expected to be held in Oman on Saturday. The team will discuss more details of the new nuclear agreement, such as possible sanctions relief and restrictions on Iran's nuclear program.

When asked by reporters if there would be any changes to the tariffs on Canadian cars, Trump said that the tariffs on Canadian cars "could increase at some point". "No, we're not considering it now, but at some point it could go up. Because frankly, we don't really want Canada to make cars for us. We want to make our own cars, and we have the ability to do that now."

On April 23 local time, US President Trump posted on his social media platform "Truth Social" that the remarks by Ukrainian President Zelensky that "Ukraine will not legally recognize the occupation of Crimea" are very harmful to the peace talks with Russia. Trump said that Ukraine's situation is "critical", and Zelensky can choose peace or fight for another three years until he loses the whole country.

President Trump refused to disclose whether the proposed cease-fire agreement between Russia and Ukraine would include provisions forcing Ukraine to recognize Russia's ownership of Crimea. He said in the Oval Office, "I just want to see the end of the war." He added, "I just want to see the end of the war. I don't care. If they are all happy and they all sign the agreement, I have no preference. I hope an agreement can be reached."

Trump implied that he will meet with Russian President Putin soon after his visit to the Middle East next month. When asked if he would meet with Putin in Saudi Arabia, he said, "It's possible, but probably not. I think we will meet with him soon." Saudi Arabia hosted the cease-fire talks between Russia and Ukraine.

US Treasury Secretary Bessent met with the Prime Minister and Finance Minister of Ukraine and emphasized that the two countries should sign an economic partnership "as soon as possible". The announcement said, "Bessent emphasized the need to end the technical negotiations as soon as possible and sign the economic partnership between the United States and Ukraine." It is reported that Bessent also discussed the Russia-Ukraine conflict and reaffirmed the United States' support for Ukraine's sovereignty.

The official website of US President Trump's meme coin "Trump Coin" announced on Wednesday local time that it will invite the top 220 coin holders to dinner at a golf club near Washington on May 22, and claims that there will be an opportunity to hear Trump's "first-hand" information on the future of cryptocurrencies. In addition, the top 25 investors in terms of coin holdings will receive a private reception from Trump and a "special edition" tour of the White House.

President Trump praised Musk's companies, including Tesla and Starlink, in the Oval Office. Trump said, "He is an incredible person and he is my friend. He is also a very nice person. He has really helped this country and saved us a lot of money." Regarding Musk's plan to leave the White House and return to Tesla, he said, "At some point, we have to let him do this, and we expect to do it at this time."

US President Trump signed several education-related executive orders, including incorporating AI into US classrooms, carrying out student AI application ability training, and promoting schools to cooperate with enterprises to implement relevant teaching plans. In addition, the executive orders also require higher education institutions to fully and timely disclose information when receiving large-scale foreign donations, and ensure that school discipline policies are based on objective behavior rather than "diversity, equity, and inclusion" (DEI).

White House Press Secretary Levitt said that Trump plans to go to Macomb County, Michigan on April 29 to participate in the rally celebrating the 100th day of his second-term inauguration. This visit will be Trump's first to Michigan since he won the state's election last November.

US President Trump said during the swearing-in ceremony of SEC Chairman Atkins on Tuesday local time that he has no intention of firing Federal Reserve Chairman Powell. Trump said, "We think the Federal Reserve should cut interest rates, and now is a perfect time." Trump also said that the stock market has been rising nicely.

Trump said on social media, "I just had a conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu about many issues such as trade and Iran. The call went very well. We were in agreement on every issue."

White House Press Secretary Levitt said on Tuesday that Trump will travel to the Middle East next month to visit Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates. Trump plans to visit the Middle East from May 13th to 16th, which will be his second overseas trip during his second term.

The White House: US President Trump will depart on Friday to attend the memorial service for Pope Francis. Ukrainian President Zelensky said that he is willing to meet with Trump during the intervals of Pope Francis' funeral.

White House Press Secretary Levitt said that Trump has been briefed on the shooting incident that occurred in Indian-administered Kashmir on Tuesday. Trump said, "We fully support Prime Minister Modi and the people of India and express our deepest condolences to them."

The White House Press Secretary said that Harvard University is at risk of losing federal funds, and the US government will respond to Harvard University's lawsuit in court. Harvard University in the United States said on the 21st that it has filed a federal lawsuit against the Trump administration, claiming that the administration froze billions of dollars in federal funds, illegally damaged the school's academic independence, and violated the school's constitutional rights.

More than 100 US universities, including Princeton University and Brown University, issued a joint letter on the 22nd opposing the Trump administration's "excessive intervention" in the education system, believing that these interventions are threatening higher education.

According to informed sources, the United States and Iran will now hold political and technical talks on Saturday. However, multiple sources said that the negotiation plan may change again. The political talks will be the third round of talks between the two countries, and the technical talks on Saturday will be the first round of technical talks between the two countries.

Musk said that his work at the Department of Government Efficiency has been basically completed, and he will reduce the time allocated to the agency in May and focus more on Tesla. In addition, Musk also said that he will continue to advocate for lower tariffs, but the tariff decision depends entirely on the US President.

Trump warned that the US economy could slow down if the Federal Reserve doesn't take immediate action to cut interest rates. "There is virtually no inflation," Trump said on social media on Monday, referring to the decline in energy and food prices. When talking about Powell, he said, "But the economy could slow down unless Mr. 'Too Late' cuts interest rates now."

White House Press Secretary Levitt said in an interview that US President Trump supports Defense Secretary Hegseth and that Hegseth did not share any classified information in the Signal chat group. According to NPR, a US official said that the White House had begun looking for a new defense secretary. 随后，the White House quickly refuted the rumor, saying that NPR's report about looking for a new defense secretary was "false news". Trump had previously said that Hegseth had done an excellent job and that the reports about the US Department of Defense were false news.

The United States and Iran have concluded their second round of indirect talks. On April 21, Trump said that there had been good talks on the Iran issue. The Iranian side said that the two sides would hold a third round of indirect talks on April 26. Analysts believe that although both the US and Iran say the talks are "constructive", the current negotiations have only touched on general frameworks and principles, and there are still major differences between the two sides on core issues, which means that the negotiation prospects still face great uncertainty.

Sources said that amid the spread of tariff concerns, US President Trump will meet with representatives of major retail companies including Walmart, Home Depot, Lowe's, and Target to discuss the impact of comprehensive tariffs on their businesses. White House officials confirmed that US President Trump will meet with major retailers including Walmart on Monday. Analysts said they hope that the retail company executives can shake Trump's tariff policy.

According to the Wall Street Journal, Harvard University said it has filed a federal lawsuit against the Trump administration, claiming that the administration has frozen billions of dollars in federal funds, violated the university's constitutional rights, and illegally endangered its academic independence. Harvard argued in the lawsuit that the government's cut-off of funds is "part of a pressure campaign" aimed at forcing Harvard to "submit to the government's control over its academic programs". Foreign media pointed out that this lawsuit marks a major escalation of the ongoing struggle between the US higher education community and Trump. Trump had previously vowed to "reclaim" elite universities.

Trump mourned the death of Pope Francis and said he would take US First Lady Melania to Rome to attend the funeral of Pope Francis. Trump posted on the same night, "We look forward to being there!"

According to a Reuters/Ipsos survey, the approval rating of US President Trump has dropped to 42%, the lowest level since he returned to the White House; 57% of the respondents believe that it is inappropriate for Trump to freeze university funds due to policy differences; 74% of Americans oppose US President Trump running for a third term.

Trump instructed the Secretary of Education to assist a school on Long Island in fighting a court order that requires the school to abandon the name "Massapequa Chiefs". "I agree with the people of Massapequa on Long Island. They are fighting hard to retain the Massapequa Chiefs logo on their team and school," Trump wrote in a post on Monday. "It is absurd to force them to change their name after all these years. It is actually an insult to our great Indians."

Trump displayed another portrait of himself in the White House, which matches his avatar on Truth Social. Trump continued to redecorate the White House according to his own taste. He tripled the number of portraits in his office, moved President Obama's portrait to the main hall, and replaced it with his own. Now, Trump has hung a portrait of himself with the US flag printed on it in the hall.

Trump said on social media on the 20th that, so far, Biden is our worst and most incompetent president. However, with great love, sincerity, and affection, I wish him a happy Easter.

After returning from a golf course on the outskirts of Washington, Trump said, "I hope that Russia and Ukraine can reach an agreement this week. Then, both countries will start doing big business with the booming United States and make a fortune!"

Trump posted on a social platform that a large-scale Easter Egg Roll event will be held at the White House on Monday night Beijing time. It is expected that 40,000 people will attend, and he said he will also be present at the event. Trump said, "The doors will open at 6:30 in the morning and close at 5:30 in the afternoon. All the funds (from sponsors), every penny, will be directly donated to the White House Historical Association."

Trump said on a social platform, "The golden rule of negotiation and success: Those who have gold make the rules." In addition, he also said, "Businessmen who criticize tariffs are not good at business, but what they are really bad at is politics. They don't understand and are not aware that I am the best friend American capitalism has ever had!"

Trump listed 8 non-tariff "cheating" methods in trade, including: 1. Exchange rate manipulation; 2. Value-added tax as a tariff and export subsidy; 3. Dumping below cost; 4. Export subsidies and other government subsidies; 5. Agricultural protection standards (such as the EU's ban on genetically modified corn); 6. Protective technical standards (such as Japan's bowling ball test); 7. Counterfeiting, piracy, and intellectual property theft (with annual losses exceeding $1 trillion); 8. Transshipment to avoid taxes.

According to foreign media reports, US Secretary of Defense Hegseth once shared the combat details of the air strikes against the Houthi militia in Yemen in March this year in a Signal chat group that included his wife, brother, and private lawyer. This is the second time he has been exposed for transmitting highly sensitive security information through a non-encrypted communication system. In addition, there have been frequent personnel changes at the senior level of the Department of Defense recently. Hegseth's team already has vacancies in three important positions: chief of staff, deputy chief of staff, and senior advisor.

According to a report in The New York Times citing a draft executive order that may be signed soon, the Trump administration plans to eliminate most of the State Department's operations in Africa as part of a comprehensive reform of the department. It may close embassies and consulates across Africa and replace the Bureau of African Affairs, which is responsible for sub-Saharan African policies, with a much smaller Office of the Special Envoy for African Affairs.

According to the latest CNBC All-America Economic Survey, due to the widespread dissatisfaction with the way US President Trump has handled tariffs, inflation, and government spending, his approval rating on economic issues has reached a new low in his presidential career.

According to US media reports on April 19, protest activities broke out in many cities across the US on that day, including Washington, DC, New York, and Chicago, to oppose the US government's policies of 大规模 laying off federal employees, abolishing institutions, and deporting immigrants. The Washington Post reported that there were more than 700 protest activities across the US on that day.

According to foreign media reports, the US Supreme Court urgently halted the Trump administration's action to deport alleged Venezuelan gang members under an 18th-century law, the Alien Enemies Act, on the 19th.

The Trump administration has told the Supreme Court that it hopes the court will use laws other than the Alien Enemies Act to deport a group of Venezuelans detained in Texas.

On the 18th local time, Trump reiterated in a speech at the White House that Fed Chair Powell should cut interest rates. Trump has been pressuring Powell to cut rates for two consecutive days. US media reported that because Powell has repeatedly refused to cut rates, Trump has been privately discussing firing him for months. When asked on Friday whether firing Powell was an option, White House economic advisor Hassett said that Trump and his team would continue to study the matter.

On April 18th local time, CBS reported that multiple sources said the Trump administration had begun discussing setting up a working group to urgently handle issues in case of no breakthrough in negotiations with the Chinese government. The working group may include Vice President Vance, Treasury Secretary Bessent, Commerce Secretary Lutnick, White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett, White House Council of Economic Advisers Chair Stephen Milan, and US Trade Representative Jamison Greer.

Trump said on the 17th local time that he was confident in reaching an agreement with China: "I think we will reach an agreement with China. We will reach agreements with everyone. It should all be settled in the next three to four weeks."

Trump said on Friday: "We have a great chance to reach an agreement between Ukraine and Russia." He also said that if Ukraine and Russia could not reach an agreement soon, the US would withdraw from mediation.

Informed sources said that the Trump administration was prepared to recognize Russia's control over Crimea within the framework of ending the Ukraine-Russia conflict.

British Prime Minister Starmer had a phone call with Trump. The two sides discussed issues such as US-UK trade, the situation in Ukraine, Iran, and the Houthi militia.

A joint US-Italy statement said that US President Trump had accepted the invitation of Italian Prime Minister Meloni and planned to make an official visit to Italy in the near future.

When responding to a reporter's question about Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's visit to China, Trump said: "Jensen Huang is a great person. He is my friend. He is proud of our country and patriotic. I'm not worried about him at all."

Before the second round of US-Iran talks this weekend, Trump reiterated on Friday that he did not want Iran to have nuclear weapons. When asked if he would allow Iran to maintain its nuclear program, he said: "I support preventing Iran from having nuclear weapons. They can't have nuclear weapons."

On April 18th local time, the Trump administration released about 10,000 pages of records related to the 1968 assassination of former Attorney General and US Senator Robert Kennedy. On January 23rd this year, Trump signed an executive order instructing officials to formulate a plan to declassify the three major mysteries in US history - the assassinations of former President John Kennedy, former Attorney General Robert Kennedy, and civil rights leader Martin Luther King.

The Trump administration proposed a $40-billion budget cut for the US Department of Health and Human Services. According to the AXIOS website, Trump modified "Schedule F" to simplify the process of cutting federal employees.

A federal judge suspended the Trump administration's action to lay off nearly 1,500 out of 1,700 employees of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) because he was considering whether the large-scale layoffs violated the existing regulations on stopping the dissolution of the agency.

According to the Wall Street Journal, informed sources said that Trump would replace Gary Shapley, the acting commissioner of the IRS he appointed just three days ago. Michael Falconer, the deputy treasury secretary, would take charge of the IRS, becoming the fifth person to hold the position this year. The appointment of Shapley triggered a power struggle between Treasury Secretary Bessent and Musk. Bessent complained to Trump this week, saying that Musk had made Shapley the acting IRS commissioner without consulting him, and the IRS should report to Bessent.

US President Trump said on Thursday that there is hope for a turning point in the situation of mutual tariff increases between the US and China. "I don't want tariffs to go up anymore because at a certain point, people won't buy anymore," Trump told reporters at the White House. "So I may not raise taxes further, and I may not even want to reach the current tax level. Maybe I'll choose a lower tax rate because you want people to keep consuming, and at a certain tipping point, people will stop buying."

Trump said that the Federal Reserve should have cut interest rates like the European Central Bank a long time ago. The Fed should definitely cut interest rates now. Powell can't be fired fast enough! Trump said he doesn't regret nominating Powell and believes Powell will leave at his request.

According to people familiar with the matter, at a meeting held at Mar-a-Lago, Trump discussed with former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh the possibility of firing Powell before the end of his term and potentially choosing Warsh to replace him. However, Warsh advised against firing Fed Chairman Powell and believed that he should be allowed to complete his term without interference. US Treasury Secretary Bessent also opposes Trump's intention to remove Powell.

US Secretary of State Rubio said on Friday that unless there are clear signs that an agreement can be reached, US President Trump will abandon his efforts to facilitate a Russia-Ukraine peace agreement within a few days.

The Trump administration is seeking to transfer the legal challenge by California Governor Newsom against the US tariff plan from the federal court in San Francisco to the US Court of International Trade in New York. Lawyers from the US Department of Justice filed a request on Thursday to move the case out of Newsom's jurisdiction, arguing that the trade court has "exclusive jurisdiction" over disputes related to tariffs.

White House officials are preparing an executive order to strip some non-profit environmental organizations of their tax-exempt status. They may take action on "Earth Day" (April 22nd) to target those organizations that are seen as hindering Trump's promotion of domestic oil, gas, and coal production.

US President Trump met with Italian Prime Minister Meloni at the White House. Trump said on the same day that he is "100% confident" that a trade agreement with the EU will be reached before the end of the 90-day tariff suspension period. Trump administration officials said that the two sides are expected to discuss a series of topics during the meeting, including trade, immigration, and ending the Ukraine conflict.

Trump said that he will make a second state visit to the UK in September and stay with King Charles III.

Trump reiterated tariffs on cars, steel, and aluminum and repeated the threat of tariffs on computers and chips.

US President Trump: We will soon return education affairs to state management.

Trump: The mineral agreement will be signed next Thursday.

Trump signed an executive order on seafood competitiveness.

According to the Washington Post, the CEO of Apple had a private meeting with senior officials of US President Trump to discuss the price increase of iPhones.

The office of California Governor Newsom issued a statement regarding Trump's tariff measures, stating that the state will file a lawsuit to seek an end to Trump's tariff policies. California's major industries, from Silicon Valley to agriculture, rely heavily on global trade, and thus could lose billions of dollars due to the tariffs.

Powell described tariffs as an act obviously harmful to the economy and criticized the approach taken by the government's efficiency department. Powell said that the Federal Reserve will not intervene to deal with the sharp decline in the stock market. Given the huge changes in Trump's tariff system, it is understandable that the market will encounter difficulties.

Trump met with the Japanese trade delegation and made significant progress. Sources said that Trump mentioned increasing Japan's military burden in the discussions with Japan. It is reported that the US-Japan tariff negotiations do not include foreign exchange.

After Federal Reserve Chairman Powell issued a warning that Trump's tariff policies "are highly likely" to stimulate inflation and have a lasting impact, the stock prices of many US film companies plummeted again.

Trump and five of his government officials were included in the "100 Most Influential People in the World" list of TIME magazine.

US President Trump will meet with Italian Prime Minister Meloni at 13:05 on Thursday, Eastern Time (01:05 on Friday, Beijing Time). Meloni previously said that she "doesn't feel any pressure at all".

US President Trump extended the ban on Russian ships entering US ports for another year.

The White House: President Trump signed an order to launch an investigation into the national security risks posed by the United States' dependence on imported processed critical minerals and their derivative products.

President Trump: The United States will accelerate the issuance of all necessary permits to NVIDIA, and this also applies to all companies committed to being part of America's golden age.

President Trump: Harvard University may deserve to lose its tax-exempt status. Harvard University should perhaps be taxed as a political entity, and whether it can retain tax-exempt status depends on whether it serves the public interest.

Trump: Tariffs were suspended because this is a transition period and it is necessary for flexibility.

According to Israel's Yedioth Ahronoth: The Trump administration has informed Israel that it will start a phased withdrawal from Syria within two months.

The White House: Trump signed an executive order on healthcare, aiming to drive changes in the drug price negotiation process in Medicare.

The White House: Trump signed a presidential memorandum aimed at blocking undocumented immigrants and other ineligible individuals from obtaining Social Security Act benefits.

A list of facilities released by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on Tuesday shows that the Trump administration has granted a two-year exemption from mercury and air toxics standards to coal-fired power plants of 47 companies.

Trump: I have a good relationship with Mexican President Ximbaum. We want to help Ximbaum and Mexico fight drug cartels.

Trump: We are currently cooperating with Panama on matters related to the canal.

President Trump said that as the United States imposes "record-breaking" tariffs, the costs of all goods, including gasoline and groceries, are declining.

The Trump administration has advanced its plan to impose tariffs on semiconductor and drug imports by initiating a trade investigation led by the Department of Commerce. In two notices, the Department of Commerce stated that it has begun to investigate the impact of the imports of "semiconductors and semiconductor manufacturing equipment" as well as "drugs and drug ingredients, including finished drugs" on US national security.

Trump said that he is exploring the possibility of temporarily exempting import tariffs on automobiles and auto parts to give auto companies more time to establish production bases in the United States.

Trump hopes to help auto companies and is considering some measures to assist auto manufacturers in adjusting their supply chains from Mexico and Canada.

Trump said that something might happen. He has talked with Apple CEO Cook. He has recently helped Apple CEO Cook.

Four informed US officials revealed that the Trump administration plans to halve the budget of the US State Department in fiscal year 2026, cutting more than $30 billion. It is reported that this substantial cut could lead to the closure of nearly 30 US embassies and a nearly 75% reduction in foreign aid.

A legal advocacy organization filed a request with the US Court of International Trade on Monday, demanding to block President Trump's comprehensive tariffs on foreign trading partners on the grounds that the president has exceeded his authority. The lawsuit was filed by the Liberty Justice Center, representing five US companies that import goods from countries affected by the tariffs.

Trump said that Iran is "very close" to possessing nuclear weapons and that Iran is "stalling for time". He said that Iran "must abandon the idea of having nuclear weapons", otherwise its nuclear facilities may face US military strikes.

US President Trump, when meeting with Salvadoran President Bukele, reiterated his hope to expand the "deportation plan" to US citizens and support El Salvador in detaining US citizens who have committed violent crimes.

The White House doctor said that Trump is in excellent health. His heart, lungs, nervous system, and overall physical functions are all strong, and he is fully capable of fulfilling his presidential duties.

Trump said he will provide more information on semiconductor tariffs on Monday. He claimed that there was no "tariff exemption" announced last Friday; instead, those items were just classified into different tariff "categories". He is focusing on semiconductors and the entire electronics supply chain.

Trump said he believes that foreign companies should not control US Steel Corporation. He repeated his remarks from last week, dimming the hopes of Nippon Steel's $15-billion acquisition of US Steel.

Trump said on social media, "Almost every week, the '60 Minutes' program mentions the name 'Trump' in a derogatory and slanderous way. This weekend's episode was even worse. I'm honored to sue '60 Minutes', CBS (Columbia Broadcasting System) for fake news, and Paramount. I call on the Federal Communications Commission to revoke CBS's broadcasting license."

US President Trump said on Sunday that he expects to make a decision on Iran soon. Last Saturday, the US and Iran held "positive" and "constructive" talks in Oman and agreed to meet again this week.

Trump congratulated golfer Rory McIlroy on his historic victory at the US Masters on Sunday. It was a victory that had been brewing for 11 years. "I have to congratulate Rory. This shows great courage. He has been through a tough time, but this shows his courage, perseverance, and tenacity. People don't know how difficult this is," Trump said.

Trump said he was told that Russia "made a mistake" on Palm Sunday, attacking Ukraine and causing at least 34 deaths. "I think this is terrible. I was told they made a mistake. But I think this is a terrible thing. I think the whole war is a terrible thing," Trump said. When asked what he meant by Russia's "mistake", Trump did not respond directly.

Trump said that more information on semiconductor tariffs would be provided on Monday.

The Trump administration announced on Friday night, local time, that it would exempt electronic products such as smartphones, computers, and chips from reciprocal tariffs. The exemption applies to electronic products that entered the United States after April 5, and those who have paid the reciprocal tariffs can seek a refund.

Trump said that the talks between the United States and Iran on the nuclear agreement on Saturday were progressing smoothly. The White House said that both sides agreed to meet again on April 19.

Trump signed an executive order, saying, "In accordance with the National Emergencies Act of the United States, the national emergency declared in Executive Order 14024 will be continued for one year." This is equivalent to extending a series of sanctions against Russia introduced by former President Biden for one year.

Trump attended the UFC 314 event in Miami on Saturday night, becoming the first sitting president to attend a UFC event. It is reported that those accompanying Trump to the event included FBI Director Kash Patel and Elon Musk.

Trump said that many people thought the bond market had prompted his decision to suspend tariffs, but that wasn't the case. The bond market was performing well. It had a bit of a wobble before, but he resolved the issue quickly.

Trump said that the devaluation of the US dollar this week didn't matter. The dollar will rise and be stronger than ever. When people understand what's going on, they'll see the value of the dollar increase significantly.

Trump said that, for obvious reasons, there might be a few exceptions to tariffs, but he considered a 10% tariff to be the bottom line, or very close to it.

When talking about the Russia-Ukraine conflict on social media, Trump said, "Russia has to do something. Too many people are dying in this terrible and senseless war, thousands every week. If I were president then, this war wouldn't have happened and wouldn't be happening!!"

According to informed sources, in an early version of Trump's budget proposal submitted to Congress, the budget for NASA's science division could be cut by nearly half, which would terminate ongoing and future multi-billion-dollar missions. Musk expressed his dissatisfaction on a social platform, calling it "a worrying move." This is the second time recently that Musk has publicly criticized the Trump administration. Previously, Musk had an argument with the president's advisor over the tariff policy.

Trump said on the eve of the US-Iran talks that he didn't want Iran to have nuclear capabilities.

Trump announced on the 11th that he had reached agreements with several law firms. He said that these law firms had agreed to provide hundreds of millions of dollars in pro-bono services over the next four years.

Trump completed his annual physical examination. He said he felt he did well in the annual check-up and would receive the examination report on Sunday. A cognitive test was conducted during the physical, and he got all the answers right. Heart-related tests were also carried out.

According to the White House's official social media and White House officials, the portrait of former US President Obama in the White House hall has been moved to the Grand Foyer hall, replaced by Trump's iconic portrait from last summer when he successfully escaped an assassination attempt in Pennsylvania with his right hand raised.

Trump said on social media, "The House and the Senate should work harder to make Daylight Saving Time permanent. It's very popular, and most importantly, we won't have to change the clocks anymore, which is a big inconvenience and a very costly thing for our government!!"

Trump said that the budget resolution passed by the House of Representatives provides the largest tax cut and regulatory reduction in history. He congratulated the House on the passage of the budget bill.

Trump said that inflation has declined! The Trump rapid-response team said that the United States is back, but inflation is not.

Trump acknowledged Musk's contributions but emphasized that he does not rely on the billionaire. "Elon has done an excellent job," Trump said. "Except that I happen to like him, I don't need him to do anything. This person, he has done great."

Trump said, "No more sanctuary cities! They protect criminals, not victims. They shame our country, and the whole world is laughing at them. Documents are being drafted to withhold all federal funds from any city or state that allows these death traps to exist!!"

Trump said that his tariff policy may bring "transition problems," but the United States is currently "in a very good state." He also pointed out that after he announced the 90-day suspension of "reciprocal tariffs," the US stock market rose on Wednesday. He said, "Yesterday was a big day."

According to Politico, there has been a power shuffle in the White House tariff team. The hawkish-camp commerce secretary and trade advisor have been sidelined. A former Trump-administration official said, "Trump likes to create chaos first, then calm down, then create chaos again, and then restore calm, just to be unpredictable."

Trump posted that Mexico "owes 1.3 million acre-feet of water to Texas" and has violated the 1944 Water Resources Treaty. He threatened to continue to escalate the pressure, including implementing tariffs and possibly even sanctions, until Mexico fulfills its obligations under the water treaty.

Trump expressed dissatisfaction with the US-Japan Security Treaty, saying, "We pay all the money, and they pay nothing." "We protect them, but they don't have to protect us." The same dissatisfaction also applies to the trade agreement.

According to a White House statement, Trump signed a bill on Thursday to reverse an amended rule of the Internal Revenue Service that expands the definition of brokers to include decentralized cryptocurrency exchanges.

Hours before Trump announced the 90-day suspension of tariffs on the 9th, he posted, "Now is a good time to buy stocks!" and left the abbreviation "DJT" at the end, which was interpreted by the outside world as suspected insider trading. "DJT" is the stock code of his media company, and he doesn't usually sign with abbreviations.

The Trump administration is expected to release relevant files on the assassinations of Senator Robert Kennedy and civil-rights leader Martin Luther King in the next few days. The US National Archives has released 80,000 pages of unredacted files related to the assassination of former President Kennedy on March 18.

According to CNN, US President Trump is considering going to Turkey during his visit to the Middle East, but the final decision has not been made. Trump's envoy, Wittkopf, is going to Russia to meet with Russian President Putin.

Trump announced the suspension of the reciprocal tariff policy for most economies (which had only been in effect for 13 hours) for a period of 90 days to allow for negotiations. Trump also said that he had been considering the suspension for the past few days. Trump explained the reason for suspending the reciprocal measures, saying that he felt everyone's reaction was a bit over-the-top, showing a bit of panic and fear.

Before announcing the tariff suspension, Trump said on a social platform, "Stay calm! Everything will be resolved smoothly. Now is an excellent time to buy." Trump's "precise call" triggered an insider trading storm.

After announcing the tariff suspension, Trump said that the stock market was performing well and that the record-breaking performance of the stock market should continue. He is closely watching the bond market, and the bond market looks very good now. He saw that people were a bit uneasy last night.

Trump said that he did not want to see US Steel fall into the hands of the Japanese. After the news was made public, the share price of US Steel fell by more than 11% in the extended trading session after the market closed on Wednesday. Trump said that although he liked Japan very much, US Steel was a very special company, so he did not want to see this company fall into the hands of Japanese companies. The White House government is working hard to deal with the relevant issues.

Trump signed an executive order on Wednesday, instructing Energy Secretary Wright to repeal the regulation restricting the pressure of shower heads from the Obama-Biden era. He specifically complained that the energy-efficiency standards hindered him from styling his iconic hair.

The White House said that US President Trump signed an executive order requiring the automatic repeal of obsolete regulations to unleash the potential for innovation and energy production in the United States.

Trump ordered the establishment of a maritime security trust fund and a shipbuilding financial incentive program, and directly increased the number of merchant ships flying the US flag.

Trump said that the Republicans in the US House of Representatives must pass the tax-cut bill. The US House of Representatives has made procedural progress on the budget plan that includes Trump's tax-cut measures.

Trump said that he did not rule out the possibility of meeting with Russian leader Putin in the future and said that Russia and Ukraine need to reach an agreement.

Trump said that he hoped Iran could become strong, but he would not allow Iran to have nuclear weapons. Trump said that if necessary, the United States would take military action, and Israel would be deeply involved and play a leading role, but "no one can lead the United States."

Trump said he had a good phone call with the acting president of South Korea, discussing tariffs, the purchase of US liquefied natural gas, and a joint pipeline project in Alaska. Japan is on its way to the US for negotiations, and so is South Korea. He has held negotiations with more than 70 countries.

Trump signed four executive orders related to coal, including directing all agencies to end all discriminatory policies against the coal industry and confronting Democratic-controlled states that oppose coal-related policies. Trump said he would activate the Defense Production Act to boost coal mining. He ordered the exploration of using coal-fired power to dominate the development of artificial intelligence and instructed the energy secretary to invest in next-generation coal technologies.

Trump posted that he had a good conversation with the speaker of the House of Representatives and some more conservative members that day and expressed his support for large-scale spending cuts. The US government will make spending cuts with a goal of over $1 trillion. However, sources said that the Trump administration took actions to resume some terminated foreign aid programs.

The White House press secretary said that Trump "absolutely" believed that Apple could produce iPhones and other devices in the US, saying, "We have the workforce and the resources to do this." After the news was released, the stock price of Apple (AAPL.O) did not rise but fell, and its market capitalization evaporated about $1.5 trillion from its peak.

The US Chamber of Commerce is considering suing the Trump administration to block global tariffs. Democratic Senator Wyden said he would introduce a bipartisan bill to end tariffs. Trump defended the tariff policy, claiming that tariffs generated $2 billion in revenue per day. However, it is reported that since the 3rd of this month, the total market capitalization of the seven major US tech giants has evaporated about $1.65 trillion.

Trump said that the US would impose tariffs on drugs. Once tariffs were imposed on drugs, pharmaceutical companies would open factories in the US because the US is "the largest market". Trump said he would impose tariffs on cars, timber, and steel. He also said that he told Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSM.N) that if they did not build factories in the US, they would face a tax rate of up to 100%.

In a Monday night bombshell, Trump demanded the EU commit to $350 billion in U.S. energy purchases to escape sweeping tariffs. He dismissed Brussels' "zero-for-zero" tariff proposal on cars and industrial goods, doubling down on his reciprocal tariffs agenda.

The White House quashed speculation about pausing tariffs, with Trump stating he's "not considering any rollbacks" despite market jitters. They also denied plans for a June birthday military parade in D.C., calling it "fake news."

After Elon Musk privately lobbied Trump over the weekend to scrap new tariffs, the president refused, reaffirming his stance on "reciprocal trade". Musk's public criticism of trade advisor Peter Navarro—calling him "arrogant or delusional"—added fuel to the fire.

Trump ordered a re-review of U.S. Steel's $14.1 billion sale to Nippon Steel, reversing Biden's earlier block. Shares of U.S. Steel (X.N) surged 15% on the news, signaling investor optimism.

Trump hosted the Los Angeles Dodgers at the White House, praising MVP Shohei Ohtani as "looking like a movie star" during a handshake. The team's visit came amid tensions over MLB's recent rule changes.

Trump announced he'll undergo his scheduled annual physical on April 11 at a D.C.-area military hospital. "Feeling amazing, but gotta get it done!" he tweeted, brushing off health speculation.

Trump and Defense Secretary Hegseth unveiled plans for a $1 trillion military budget, the largest in U.S. history, citing "global threats" and modernization needs.

Warned Iran of "dire consequences" if nuclear talks fail. Floated the idea of U.S. control over Gaza, sparking 争议. Expressed "disappointment" over Russia's ongoing Ukraine attacks.

Trump shared a Fox Business clip of Maria Bartiromo hyping falling rates, oil prices, and deregulation, with her declaring, "President Trump won't back down!"

The Supreme Court greenlit Trump's use of the Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelan gang suspects, overturning a lower court's injunction.

Defending tariff-driven market volatility, Trump claimed he's "not manipulating sell-offs" and told reporters, "Sometimes the market needs to take its medicine."

Hedge funder Bill Ackman, a former supporter, warned of an "economic nuclear winter" unless tariffs ease. Musk mocked Navarro's "Harvard ego," calling for a transatlantic zero-tariff zone.

Held a late-night meeting with Israeli PM Netanyahu to discuss Gaza and tariffs. Scheduled a call with Japanese PM Ishibashi over U.S.-Japan trade tensions.

Trump endorsed transferring U.S. inmates to El Salvador, despite legal challenges. "If they can lock up criminals cheaper, I'm for it—within the law," he said.

Trump amplified a supporter's video claiming the stock market crash was "intentional," then urged Americans to "hang in there" in a follow-up post. His contradictory messaging drew backlash for fueling panic.

Former President Obama unleashed unprecedented criticism, slamming Trump's tariffs as "bad for America" and branding him a "self-proclaimed king, a wannabe dictator, and a man who punishes enemies at every turn".

Over 500,000 demonstrators flooded U.S. cities, denouncing Trump and Musk's policies on government cuts, immigration, and human rights in the largest anti-Trump protests since his re-election.

The International Trade Center, Wedbush, and Cato Institute tore into Trump's tariff calculations as "reckless," "baseless," and "economically unsound," accusing him of ignoring global trade norms.

Reports emerged that Treasury Secretary Bethune planned to resign over disagreements with Trump's tariff algorithms, with sources describing him as "estranged" from the president's inner circle.

Trump hailed "amazing" nonfarm payroll numbers, declaring, "We can't lose!" amid bipartisan skepticism over the economy's long-term stability.

He jetted to Florida for a Punchbowl-reported golf tourney dinner, fueling criticism of his work-life balance.

Trump doubled down on demands for Jerome Powell to slash interest rates: "Stop playing politics—now's the time to cut!"

The Senate greenlit procedural steps for Trump's tax cuts and border agenda, sending the measures to the House.

Trump acknowledged Musk might leave within months but insisted the "efficiency agenda" would continue. Musk later dismissed the claims as "fake news".

In a fiery tweet, Trump declared: "Invest in America—you'll get rich! My policies are unshakable. This is your moment!"

He announced plans for $5 million "gold cards" featuring his likeness, granting indefinite residency to wealthy buyers—a move critics called "crony capitalism".

Trump held tariff negotiations with Vietnamese, Indian, and Israeli officials, while Japanese PM Ishibashi prepared for a phone call next week.

After a call with Vietnamese leader Nguyen Phu Trong, Trump hinted at a potential meeting to discuss zero tariffs for the Southeast Asian nation.

White House Press Secretary Levitt confirmed tax cuts were "phase two" of Trump's economic agenda, aiming to offset tariff-driven inflation.

A White House official revealed plans to investigate tariffs on critical minerals, citing national security concerns.

Despite the Dow's plunge, Trump insisted his tariffs would "supercharge" the economy—a claim mocked by economists as detached from reality.

Republicans floated a 39–40% top tax rate for earners over $1 million, a rare break from Trump's pro-wealthy rhetoric.

Trump signaled openness to direct talks with Iran, saying, "They might agree if we're tough but fair."

The administration froze $510 million in federal funds for Brown University over alleged anti-Semitism, marking the fifth such penalty.

Trump demanded the release of French far-right leader Marine Le Pen, jailed for embezzlement, calling her case "political persecution".

Three top National Security Council officials—including Brian Walsh and Thomas Boodry—were fired after far-right influencer Laura Loomer criticized their "softness" on immigration.

Trump unveiled a 10% baseline tariff on all imports, with higher rates for trade deficit offenders like China (34%) and Vietnam (46%), triggering global outrage.

Imported beer faced a 25% tariff, while empty aluminum cans were added to the Section 232 steel/aluminum tariff list.

Reports emerged that Trump told aides Musk would return to SpaceX, though Musk denied the claims, calling them "garbage".

Milbank agreed to provide $100 million in pro bono legal services, joining two other firms in Trump's "legal defense network."

Plans for a new agency to collect global tariffs were leaked, prompting accusations of "economic overreach."

A Reuters/Ipsos poll showed Trump's approval rating hit 43%, the lowest of his second term, driven by tariff backlash.

Trump invited El Salvador's president to the White House, praising his "invaluable help" in curbing illegal immigration.

Trade officials floated a lower-rate tariff tier for allies, though Trump insisted he'd "keep pressure" on key partners.

Trump met with cabinet members to discuss TikTok's fate, with reports suggesting he'd demand U.S. ownership or a ban.

Wilkie Farr & Gallagher pledged $100 million in pro bono legal work, deepening Trump's ties to corporate America.

A draft executive order aimed to relax rules on arms sales, drawing criticism from anti-war groups.

Trump urged Senate Republicans to block a Democratic bill ending his 25% steel/aluminum tariffs on Canada.

Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) delivered a marathon speech blasting Trump's "authoritarian drift," calling him a "danger to democracy."

Officials confirmed quiet negotiations with Iran via Omani mediators, though Trump preferred direct engagement.

Trump set a 3 AM Beijing time Thursday deadline for his reciprocal tariff announcement, vowing "friendliness" but warning of "steep" rates for laggards.

He publicly appealed to Musk to stay, saying, "We'll keep him as long as possible—he's irreplaceable."

An executive order created the U.S. Investment Accelerator to fast-track semiconductor projects under the CHIPS Act.

Trump vowed to keep striking Houthi forces until they halt Red Sea attacks, dismissing calls for diplomacy.

After securing $1 trillion in Saudi investments, Trump announced plans to visit Riyadh in April, possibly including UAE and Qatar.

He moved to reverse Biden's auto emissions rules, calling them "job-killing" for Detroit.

Trump said he'd hold off on secondary tariffs if Putin fulfilled Ukraine-related commitments, adding, "I believe in him—for now."

An executive order targeted resellers, mandating transparency in concert ticket pricing.

When asked about a hypothetical 2028 rematch, Trump grinned: "Bring it on. Obama vs. Trump III? That'd be epic."