Donald Trump News Live: Trump calls for firing of ABC contributor Donna Brazile after her on-air criticism

President Donald Trump demanded on Sunday that ABC News fire contributor Donna Brazile following her on-air criticism of his administration, the New York Post said in a report. Trump's call for her dismissal came hours after Brazile, a former Democratic National Committee chair, condemned a move by his administration to strip Secret Service protection from former officials. In his statement, Trump also demanded that the network 'Pay me more!', referencing a purported previous financial settlement with the network.

The fifth annual National Conservatism Conference, which serves as an ideas lab for policies being implemented in the Trump administration, is set to begin Tuesday, according to a report in The Hill. The event is described as distinct from larger political rallies, focusing instead on developing policy and ideology that has reportedly challenged more traditional elements of the conservative movement. The conference's influence is noted in its role shaping current policies within the administration of President Donald Trump.

Russian President Vladimir Putin stated on Tuesday that the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump is listening to the Kremlin's justifications for its war in Ukraine, AP says in a report. During a bilateral meeting, Putin claimed that Moscow and Washington have come to a "mutual understanding" regarding the conflict, adding, "it's noticeable." He contrasted this with the administration of former President Joe Biden, which Putin alleged had paid no heed to Moscow's arguments.

King Charles III has extended an invitation to U.S. President Donald Trump for a state banquet during a planned visit to the United Kingdom later this month, according to a report in the New York Post. The original report's headline incorrectly stated that President Trump had issued the invitation. The event marks a notable diplomatic engagement between the two heads of state during Trump's second term as president.

Sebastian Gorka, a former aide to President Donald Trump, accused a CNN anchor of pushing a political agenda and distorting facts regarding transgender mass shooters, according to a report in The Washington Times. The accusation came after the anchor reportedly sought to downplay the number of mass shooters who are gender-divergent, a discussion that followed a recent attack at a Catholic school in Minneapolis.

Scott Bessent, an investment banker and reported candidate for Treasury Secretary, has stated that the Trump administration is considering all options, including new sanctions, to pressure Russia into ending the war in Ukraine, the New York Post reports. Bessent's comments came as Russian President Vladimir Putin's forces continue their attacks on Ukraine. He explicitly said that "all options are on the table" as the administration weighs its next steps regarding the ongoing conflict.

The list of jobs that will qualify for President Donald Trump's "no tax on tips" policy is set to be published in the Federal Register in the upcoming weeks, according to a report in the New York Post. This action follows through on a significant campaign promise Trump made during the 2024 election cycle, which was aimed at appealing to service industry workers. The publication in the Federal Register indicates the administration is moving forward with implementing the tax exemption through regulatory channels.

Democratic Senator Chris Coons of Delaware spoke about the increasing likelihood of a government shutdown amid budgetary disagreements, according to a report in NPR. In an interview, Coons expressed concern over President Donald Trump's use of a tactic referred to as "pocket rescission," an attempt to unilaterally withhold funds previously appropriated by Congress. The discussion highlighted the ongoing conflict between the executive and legislative branches over spending authority and the potential impact of a shutdown on federal services.

President Donald Trump has challenged Democrats to oppose his position in ongoing budget negotiations, increasing the likelihood of a federal government shutdown, CNN says in a report. The confrontation occurs as Congress faces a looming deadline to pass appropriations bills to fund the government. During his first term, Trump presided over the longest government shutdown in U.S. history in a dispute over funding.

David Warrington, serving as the top lawyer in the West Wing, is working to enable President Donald Trump's aggressive agenda, according to a report in The New York Times. A Trump adviser characterized Warrington's approach as focusing on “the art of the possible,” indicating a strategy aimed at finding viable legal pathways to implement the administration's policies.

President Donald Trump and Republican lawmakers are planning their next legislative move after passing a major tax-and-spending cut bill earlier this summer. The new law, which extended the 2017 tax-rate reductions, also included significant cuts to healthcare and other social programs. The measure is reported to add an estimated $3.4 trillion to the national deficit, and the administration and its congressional allies are now facing decisions on the contents of a potential second tax bill.

President Donald Trump has reportedly suggested he will include an 'autopen portrait' of former President Joe Biden in a new White House gallery called the 'Presidential Wall of Fame,' according to a report in the New York Post. The proposal involves creating a new display within the White House and featuring a portrait that references the use of an autopen, a machine sometimes used by presidents for automated signatures. This reported plan would establish a new gallery, a concept that diverges from the traditional process for commissioning and unveiling official presidential portraits.

The Department of Homeland Security has accused The New York Times of defending a convicted murderer in a recent article about the individual's deportation, as per a report in Fox News. The dispute centers on the newspaper's coverage of Orville Etoria, a Jamaican national convicted of murder, who was deported to Africa after his release from a U.S. prison. The DHS, enforcing the immigration policies of the current administration of President Donald Trump, criticized the newspaper's coverage, which it termed a "sob story".

President Donald Trump's past public criticism of both foreign gifts and the nation of Qatar is being highlighted in contrast with a new controversy involving a Qatari plane, according to a report in The Washington Post. The article frames the development within the context of ongoing scrutiny regarding potential conflicts of interest and the U.S. Constitution's Emoluments Clauses. These clauses prohibit a sitting president from accepting gifts or benefits from foreign states without the consent of Congress, making the apparent contradiction between past rhetoric and the current situation a central point of the report.

The Trump administration has paused all work on the annual Combined Federal Campaign (CFC), the workplace charity program for federal employees, according to a report in The Washington Post. The CFC is the world's largest workplace giving campaign, allowing federal civilian, postal, and military personnel to donate to thousands of approved non-profit organizations through payroll deductions. The program has historically raised hundreds of millions of dollars each year for a wide range of local, national, and international charities.

President Donald Trump on Monday praised Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser for her cooperation on his administration's crime crackdown in the city, according to a report in Fox News. Trump also claimed that Bowser's approval rating has increased due to the collaboration.

The U.S. Supreme Court is preparing to decide on the legality of the Trump administration's Section 232 tariffs on steel and aluminum, according to a report in Newsweek. The case centers on challenges to the president's authority to impose tariffs on national security grounds, a key policy under President Donald Trump. The Treasury Department has expressed confidence that the Court will uphold the tariffs, adding that the administration has a backup plan prepared in the event of an unfavorable ruling.

President Donald Trump has demanded that major pharmaceutical companies release data verifying the effectiveness of Covid-19 vaccines to the American public, according to a report in westernjournal. In a Truth Social post on Monday, Trump stated that while he had previously received assurances from drug manufacturers about vaccine effectiveness, he believes the supporting data has not been sufficiently shared. This call for transparency follows his administration's past 'Operation Warp Speed' initiative, which expedited the development of the same vaccines.

Nine former directors of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have publicly condemned the Trump administration for what they describe as unprecedented political interference that threatens public health, according to a report in Axios. In a guest essay, the directors, whose tenures span from 1977 to 2025, raised alarms over the influence of Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the ousting of CDC director Susan Monarez last month, and the appointment of investor Jim O'Neill, who advocated for unproven COVID-19 treatments, as acting director. They warned that these actions weaken the agency's ability to protect Americans from health threats and urged Congress to exercise its oversight authority.

Iran has accused Europe of abandoning its role as a mediator and handing control of the nuclear deal over to US President Donald Trump, according to a report in The Guardian. Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei stated that once UN-wide sanctions are reimposed, the US will regain its security council veto over what happens next, including the potential continuation of sanctions. Baghaei asserted that Europe's actions are effectively ceding control of the nuclear file to the Trump administration.

Filmmaker Woody Allen praised President Donald Trump during an appearance on Bill Maher's 'Club Random' podcast, the New York Post said in a report. Allen, who directed Trump in a past film cameo, described him as a 'pleasure to work with' and complimented his acting skills and 'charismatic quality'.

President Donald Trump plans to implement a significant tax on imported drugs, a move consistent with his broader trade policy of applying tariffs to foreign goods, according to a report in The Washington Times. The proposed tax on pharmaceuticals would follow previous tariffs the Trump administration has placed on a wide range of products from numerous countries, including specific levies on imports such as steel, aluminum, and automobiles.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Monday that while the Federal Reserve is and should remain independent, it has "made a lot of mistakes," according to a report in the New York Post. Bessent also defended President Donald Trump's right to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook amid allegations of mortgage fraud against her.

US President Donald Trump has defended his administration's reversal of a plan to revoke approximately 600,000 student visas for Chinese nationals following a backlash, BBC says in a report. The president confirmed the visas are now reinstated after the initial proposal was met with criticism, including from his 'Maga' supporters who reportedly raised concerns over the potential economic impact.

The Trump administration has suspended the approval of most visitor visas for Palestinian passport holders, according to a report in The Hill. An internal State Department cable, dated Aug. 18 and reported by multiple media outlets, instructed U.S. embassies and consulates to reject nonimmigrant visas for "all otherwise eligible Palestinian Authority passport holders" who are using that specific passport for travel.

Final preparations are being made for the trial of Ryan Routh, the man charged with attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump in South Florida last year, as per a report in AP. Routh is scheduled to represent himself during a pretrial conference on Tuesday in Fort Pierce federal court. Jury selection is expected to begin on Monday, barring any delays. U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon approved Routh's request for self-representation in July but has required his court-appointed attorneys to remain as standby counsel.

President Donald Trump returned to the White House in Washington D.C. on August 31, 2025, according to a report in Reuters. The information was released as a media advisory noting the availability of U.S. Network Pool footage covering his arrival.

A judge has issued an order blocking the Trump administration from deporting a group of Guatemalan children, according to a report in BBC. The ruling came after advocacy groups filed for emergency action based on reports that planes carrying the children were on the verge of taking off. This judicial intervention halts the administration's attempt at expedited removal of these specific children.

President Donald Trump has called for punishment for those who burn the American flag, a position that directly challenges established constitutional protections for free speech, according to a report in The New York Times. His stance opposes the landmark 1989 Supreme Court ruling in Texas v. Johnson, which affirmed that flag burning is a form of symbolic speech protected by the First Amendment. The court later reinforced this decision in 1990 by striking down a congressional act intended to prohibit flag desecration, solidifying the legal precedent that the President's push now contests.

The Trump administration has informed thousands of additional federal workers that it will curtail their union rights, expanding on a similar initiative from March, according to a report in CNN. Citing national security law, the administration argues that employees in agencies including the US Patent and Trademark office, the National Weather Service, and NASA are too vital to national security to be permitted to organize. The move utilizes President Donald Trump's executive authority to expand the policy.

President Donald Trump has issued orders that have stripped union rights from nearly half a million federal workers, according to a report in The New York Times. The administration has justified the move by stating that the functions of these employees touch on national security. This action is part of a wider initiative that has targeted the collective bargaining contracts for nearly one million government employees.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order on Sunday prohibiting the city's police officers from collaborating with National Guard troops or federal agents if President Donald Trump were to deploy them to the city, according to a report in Fox News. The order is a pre-emptive measure designed to prevent the Chicago Police Department from assisting or coordinating with any federal forces sent to the city without local consent.

President Donald Trump is contending with several legal battles as federal courts examine the extent of presidential authority, according to a report in Fox News. The challenges question the legality of recent administration actions, including a legal contest over the dismissal of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. Additionally, the President's trade and immigration policies are facing separate legal challenges, prompting judicial review of the executive branch's powers in these areas.

President Donald Trump has stated he will sign an executive order to require voter identification and restrict mail-in voting nationwide, Fox News says in a report. The announcement indicates a plan to use presidential authority to implement these voting measures, despite a court ruling on the matter earlier in the year.

A cryptocurrency token launched by World Liberty Financial has failed to meet investor expectations following a tepid market launch, according to a report in The New York Times. Despite the token's poor performance, a previously established deal ensures that the family of President Donald Trump is positioned to receive a payment that could potentially reach hundreds of millions of dollars. This arrangement decouples the family's financial gain from the crypto token's success in the market.

Foreign tourism to the United States has declined in five of the last six months, a drop that experts attribute to the rhetoric and restrictive policies of President Donald Trump's administration, according to a report in Al Jazeera. The decline is linked to policies such as increased visa scrutiny and an 'America First' nationalist stance, which some analysts suggest have created a perception of the U.S. as less welcoming. This downturn has economic implications, including potential revenue loss for the tourism industry and a reduction in tax income for state and local governments, and raises concerns about the potential erosion of U.S. 'soft power' and its international image.

A judge has issued a temporary block on the Trump administration's effort to deport a group of Guatemalan children, halting planes that were reportedly waiting on the tarmac, according to a report in The New York Times. The administration was reportedly using the Title 42 public health order to justify the rapid expulsions. The legal challenge leading to the judge's order argues that such deportations violate the due process rights of the children and circumvent specific legal protections for unaccompanied minors, such as the Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act (TVPRA).

Protesters in several US cities, including Chicago and New York, demonstrated against President Donald Trump's policies on Labor Day, according to a report in AP. The demonstrations, organized by the group One Fair Wage, called for an increase to the federal minimum wage, which currently stands at $7.25 an hour. Rallies took place outside Trump Tower locations where protesters chanted slogans critical of the president.

President Donald Trump announced on Monday that he will award the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation's highest civilian honor, to former New York Mayor Rudolph Giuliani, according to a report in AP. The decision comes two days after a recent legal development involving Giuliani, who is noted for his leadership after the 9/11 attacks as well as for his role in amplifying false claims about the 2020 election. Giuliani, who has denied wrongdoing, has been criminally charged in two states.

As the Senate resumes its session, Republican leaders are focusing on a dual agenda that includes averting a government shutdown and altering Senate rules to allow for the expeditious confirmation of President Donald Trump's nominees, according to a report in The Hill. The legislative strategy creates a delicate balancing act for the GOP, which must engage in high-stakes funding negotiations with Democrats, who have called for a leadership meeting to avoid a shutdown, while also pursuing their goal of quickly filling administration and judicial posts.

The House Freedom Caucus is experiencing a decline in size and influence as prominent members depart and the group struggles to balance its priorities with loyalty to President Donald Trump, according to a report in Axios. At least six high-profile members are seeking other offices, and internal strife has further thinned the group's ranks. During Trump's second term, the HFC has often yielded on legislative fights after the president's intervention, such as during a recent debate on a major tax and spending bill where members' objections were overcome following Trump's involvement. The pressure for members to align with Trump is significant, underscored by the primary defeat of former HFC chair Bob Good after he backed a different presidential candidate in the past.

President Donald Trump has announced from Washington that he will award the Presidential Medal of Freedom to former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani, AP says in a report. The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the highest civilian honor in the United States.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that President Donald Trump's administration is considering granting tariff exclusions for home construction supplies to address the stalled housing market, according to a report in Axios. Speaking to The Washington Examiner, Bessent also mentioned that the president is contemplating declaring a "housing emergency in the fall." He noted that the administration is exploring ways to standardize building and zoning codes and reduce closing costs, while also echoing President Trump's position that interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve would aid the market. This consideration follows past actions where Trump implemented tariffs on steel, copper, and aluminum, and a January request from the National Association of Homebuilders to exempt building materials to protect housing affordability.

Levi's has warned that "rising anti-Americanism as a consequence of the Trump tariffs and governmental policies" could lead UK shoppers to choose European products over its brand, according to a report in The Guardian. The company issued the forward-looking warning in its UK accounts as a potential future risk. The warning came despite the company reporting that its UK sales had recently risen 8.8% to £96.8m and pre-tax profits were up 23% to £9.6m, noting the brand had "retained its attractiveness."

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde has warned that any attempt by President Donald Trump to influence the U.S. Federal Reserve could represent a 'very serious danger' for the global economy, according to a report in The Guardian. Lagarde stated that undermining the independence of the world's most powerful central bank would have negative consequences not only for the United States but for other countries as well.

U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to address crime linked to homeless encampments, implementing a "zero tolerance" approach to the issue, according to a report in Fox News. This federal action comes as cities like Las Vegas are reportedly struggling with a 20% increase in their homeless population and facing public safety concerns from residents regarding crime in and around encampments.

A Texas man named Crouse was arrested for allegedly making violent threats against an unidentified staffer for President Donald Trump, the New York Post said in a report. The US Attorney's office stated that Crouse allegedly threatened to find the staffer, decapitate them, and slaughter their entire family.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has claimed to have reached "understandings" with U.S. President Donald Trump on ending the war in Ukraine, according to a report in BBC. In his remarks, Putin also defended Russia's decision to invade Ukraine, reiterating his position that Western nations are to blame for the conflict.

President Donald Trump has demanded more money from ABC News and called for the firing of contributor Donna Brazile, citing a previous defamation settlement with the network, according to a report in Newsweek. Trump's demand came after Brazile, a veteran political strategist, criticized his administration during a Sunday panel discussion, calling the withdrawal of former Vice President Kamala Harris's Secret Service protection "petty…vindictive…retribution." Brazile also criticized rising prices and Trump's tariff policy. In his response, Trump referred to a settlement from the previous year in which ABC News paid $15 million to his presidential library over a defamation lawsuit concerning inaccurate statements by an anchor.

President Donald Trump declared Washington, D.C., a 'crime free zone' on Sunday via a post on Truth Social, Fox News said in a report. The announcement is part of a federal crime crackdown in the city, which has reportedly led to over 1,000 arrests since it began. An update for Saturday, August 30, noted 76 arrests and the seizure of five firearms. The operation involves a collaboration between the FBI, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), the Secret Service, and the local Metropolitan Police Department.

U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday addressed days of social media theories regarding his health, stating he has 'never felt better in my life,' The Jerusalem Post said in a report. The speculation reportedly spread over the weekend following a period of public quiet from the president. The statement was intended to counter the rumors circulating online.

President Donald Trump is reportedly considering a plan to offer financial incentives to Palestinians who voluntarily relocate from Gaza amid discussions about the region's post-war future, according to a report in the New York Post. The proposal being mulled would offer Palestinians who opt to leave a $5,000 cash payment. The reported incentive package would also include four years of free rent in a new location and a one-year supply of food.