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It's a New Approval-Rating Low for Trump

For this term, anyway

(Newser) - When Donald Trump returned to the Oval Office in January, 47% of Americans approved of him. That figure has taken another dip, dropping two points since the start of November to 38%, finds a new Reuters/Ipsos poll that was conducted over four days ending Monday and released Tuesday. That marks...

In Hosting MBS, Trump 'Showed Nothing but Debility'

It suggests 'no real consequences' for dictators who mistreat Americans, says WaPo board

(Newser) - Hours after the Washington Post editorial board was called out for failing to mention Jamal Khashoggi ahead of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's trip to the White House, the board let loose , blasting President Trump for rolling out the red carpet for a dictator the CIA concluded ordered...

At Trump's Saudi Dinner, Big Names, Big Money, and a New Alliance

President deems Saudi Arabia a 'major non-NATO ally,' as crown prince ups US investment to $1T

(Newser) - It was a "lavish welcome" in DC on Tuesday for Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, a warm greeting that extended into the evening with a black-tie state dinner at the White House—"a stunning attempt at rehabilitating the image of the prince," who US intel agencies...

Analysis Finds Bad News on Americans' Utility Bills

More are falling behind, in what is likely not good news for Trump

(Newser) - More people are falling behind on paying their bills to keep on the lights and heat their homes, according to a new analysis of consumer data—a warning sign for the US economy and another political headache for President Trump, the AP reports. Past due balances to utility companies jumped...

Democrats Move to Rein In White House Ballroom 'Bribery'

Bill seeks transparency and limits on donors with federal business

(Newser) - Democrats in Congress introduced new legislation Tuesday aimed at tightening restrictions on private donations for construction projects on White House grounds, a move prompted by President Trump's effort to raise $300 million in private funds for a new East Wing ballroom, CBS News reports. The "Stop Ballroom Bribery...

Trump Lashes Out at Another Journalist

He threatens ABC News' license after Mary Bruce asks about Khashoggi murder, Epstein files

(Newser) - President Trump denounced ABC News' Mary Bruce as a "terrible reporter" Tuesday and threatened the network's license to broadcast after she asked him three sharp questions at the White House. The network's chief White House correspondent was among reporters let into the Oval Office to question the...

Trump to Female Reporter: 'Quiet, Piggy'

President scolds journalist who was questioning him about the Epstein files

(Newser) - A video of an exchange between President Trump and a female reporter late last week is gaining renewed traction because of the president's blunt cutoff of "Quiet, piggy." As USA Today reports, it happened aboard Air Force One on Friday. The reporter asked Trump about his name...

Trump on Killing of Khashoggi: 'Things Happen'

President says Saudi crown prince was not involved in the journalist's murder

(Newser) - When President Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman began taking questions at the White House on Tuesday, one of them went straight to a sensitive topic: the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi in 2018. A US intelligence report implicated the prince in the killing, but Trump dismissed the...

Trump Gives Lavish Welcome to Saudi Prince

It's a political turnaround for MBS, implicated by the US in the murder of Jamal Khashoggi

(Newser) - President Trump welcomed Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia to the White House on Tuesday, the prince's first visit to the US since the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi in 2018. US intelligence agencies blamed the murder on the prince known as MBS, and the allegations put...

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It's a Rarity for Trump: 'Political Physics'

Several stories tally up his recent losses, suggest president's hold over the GOP is weakening

(Newser) - On the day of the House vote on the Jeffrey Epstein files , there's an unmistakable theme in coverage in major outlets that President Trump will not enjoy. A slew of stories suggest that the president's once all-powerful grip on his party is slipping. Coverage:
  • Politico runs through "
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Before Epstein Vote, Johnson Shifts and MTG Vents

House expected to vote to release the files on Tuesday

(Newser) - The House remains on track to vote for the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files Tuesday afternoon, reports NBC News . The drama over whether it will pass is gone, especially after President Trump reversed himself and gave the measure his blessing, with Axios reporting that even House speaker Mike Johnson...

Seth Meyers Responds to Trump's Call for His Firing

Late Night host jokes about Trump's outrage, sensitivity about catapults

(Newser) - Seth Meyers spent some time considering what he's done now to set off President Trump, who again called for the Late Night host's firing over the weekend, and he came up with an answer: "It was the catapults again." Speaking on Monday's show, Meyers noted...

Trump Unveils Line-Cutting 'FIFA Pass' for World Cup Travelers

Those headed to the US for the World Cup will get visa interviews ahead of others

(Newser) - The Trump administration is announcing a new initiative for foreigners traveling to the US for the World Cup next year that will allow them to get interviews for visas more quickly, the AP reports. Dubbed "FIFA Pass," it will allow those who have purchased World Cup tickets through...

Trump: 'We'll Give Them Everything' on Epstein

President says he will sign bill on releasing files if it reaches his desk

(Newser) - A day ahead of a House vote on directing the Justice Department to release all of its files on Jeffrey Epstein, President Trump said he would sign the legislation if it reaches his desk. "I'm all for it," he said at a White House event, per ABC...

Security Council Approves Trump's Plan for Gaza

Proposal calls for international force to handle governing and demilitarization

(Newser) - The UN Security Council on Monday approved President Trump's peace plan for Gaza, a diplomatic victory for the US that provides a legal international mandate for rebuilding Gaza after two years of fighting. The resolution, which incorporates Trump's 20-point ceasefire proposal, passed with 13 votes in favor and...

Trump on Mamdani: 'We'll Work Something Out'

President says he and the mayor-elect will likely meet

(Newser) - President Trump indicated Sunday that he plans to meet with New York City's mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani and said they'll "work something out," in what could be a detente for the Republican president and Democratic political star who have cast each other as political foils. Trump has...

SCOTUS to Consider 'Metering' at the Border

Issue is whether migrants can be turned away during busy periods without getting to apply for asylum

(Newser) - The Supreme Court has agreed to review a controversial border policy known as "metering," which allows federal officials to turn away asylum seekers at the US-Mexico border when they deem too many migrants are trying to apply at once. The case, set to be heard next year, could...

Seth Meyers Gets a Taste of the Jimmy Kimmel Treatment

FCC chair reposts Trump's call for NBC to fire Late Night host

(Newser) - President Trump publicly called for NBC to fire Seth Meyers on Saturday, with the message later amplified by the head of the FCC. Trump, posting on Truth Social , again claimed Meyers' anti-Trump jokes are "probably illegal." He accused Meyers of suffering from "an incurable case of Trump...

Trump Defends Tucker Carlson After Controversial Interview

'If he wants to do it, get the word out,' president told reporters

(Newser) - President Trump on Sunday brushed aside concerns about conservative commentator Tucker Carlson's recent interview with a far-right activist known for his antisemitic views, which has caused a schism within the GOP , the AP reports. Trump defended Carlson, citing "good interviews" he'd had over the years with the...

Massie Wants Vote to Rule Out Veto of Epstein Files Release

Republican said there could be a 'deluge' of GOP support

(Newser) - As many as 100 House Republicans may support a measure to force the release of files related to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, Rep. Thomas Massie said Sunday. Speaking on ABC News ' This Week, Massie said the House is expected to vote on the matter this week and suggested there...

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