Donald Trump News Live: President Donald Trump issued 2,262 'truths' online in 132-day period

President Trump dismisses 'totally false' rumors about Harvard rejection grudge

President Donald Trump has strongly denied allegations that his actions or criticisms concerning Harvard University are motivated by a personal grudge over a purported rejection by the Ivy League institution, the New York Post said in a report. He characterized these claims, which reportedly surfaced from a reporter, as "totally FALSE." Historically, Donald Trump attended Fordham University for two years before transferring to the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, from which he graduated in 1968.

President Donald Trump issued 2,262 'truths' online in 132-day period

During his current term, President Donald Trump has issued 2,262 social media missives, identified as 'truths', within a 132-day timeframe, The Washington Post said in a report. This activity, noted for occurring day and night, reportedly sets a new personal record for his volume of social media output, exceeding his past benchmarks.

Trump withdraws NASA chief nominee amid proposed agency budget cuts

President Donald Trump withdrew his nominee for NASA administrator on May 31, 2025, contributing to uncertainty at the space agency, AP said in a report. This action followed the May 30, 2025, release of budget documents that detailed steep proposed budget and personnel cuts for NASA by the Trump administration, and occurred just days before the nominee’s expected Senate confirmation vote.

Firefighter union IAFF endorses tax cuts in President Trump's 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act'

North America's largest labor union for firefighters and emergency service workers, the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF), has officially approved the tax provisions within President Donald Trump's proposed 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act', New York Post said in a report. The union's endorsement reportedly characterized the tax cuts as 'common sense'.

Justice Department under President Trump reviews Biden-era pardons

The Department of Justice, under the administration of President Donald Trump, has initiated a review of pardons granted during the tenure of former President Joe Biden, as per a report in Fox News. This review is reportedly driven by concerns regarding the use of an AutoPen for signing off on these clemency actions and questions surrounding former President Biden's decision-making capacity at the time. Among the pardons under scrutiny are those issued to death row inmates.

Speaker Johnson promotes legislative bill featuring President Trump's priorities amid party criticism

Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) is undertaking a "sales mission" for a substantial legislative package, described by proponents as a “big, beautiful bill,” which encompasses President Donald Trump’s legislative agenda, according to a report in The Hill. Johnson has been defending the bill's provisions, including its spending cuts, changes to Medicaid, and the reversal of green-energy tax credits, in response to criticism from fellow Republicans.

Republican lawmakers show nuanced reactions to court rulings on President Trump's tariffs

Amid recent court rulings concerning President Donald Trump's trade policies, some Republican lawmakers are reportedly expressing support for these judicial decisions or maintaining neutrality, despite a general reluctance to openly oppose the President, The Hill said in a report. This sentiment is noted as many of these lawmakers are uncomfortable with President Trump's trade war. As an example of this stance, Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) recently stated to The Hill that he was “sympathetic” to a Senate resolution considered earlier in 2025 which addressed the tariffs.

Former DHS official Miles Taylor calls for probe into Trump's first-term investigation order

Miles Taylor, who served as chief of staff at the Department of Homeland Security during Donald Trump's first presidential administration and authored material sharply critical of him, is now calling on independent government watchdogs to investigate a past order from Donald Trump, issued during that first term as president, for the department to look into Taylor's government service, AP said in a report. In an interview with The Associated Press, Taylor warned of the far-reaching implications of this directive, which he views as an 'unprecedented' response to his criticisms.

VA orders physicians and scientists to get political clearance for publications and public statements

Senior officials at the US Department of Veterans Affairs have recently ordered VA physicians and scientists not to publish in medical journals or speak with the public without first seeking clearance from political appointees of President Donald Trump, according to a report in The Guardian. This directive was reportedly issued hours after the New England Journal of Medicine published a perspective co-authored by two VA pulmonologists. Veterans advocates state this decision fits into what they describe as a historical pattern of censorship by the Trump administration (a past event).

Internal US debate on Venezuela policy under President Trump creates investor uncertainty

Internal divisions within President Donald Trump's administration over US policy towards Venezuela are causing significant uncertainty for investors, particularly in the bond markets which signal expectations of an eventual deal with Caracas, Financial Times says in a report. This "tug of war" among US officials, occurring as of early June 2025, leaves market participants guessing about the future direction of sanctions and engagement with Nicolás Maduro's government, impacting investment decisions related to the South American nation.

New York Times fact-checks recent claims by President Trump on past healthcare bill's fiscal impact

President Donald Trump, the current U.S. President, has recently made inaccurate claims concerning a past healthcare bill's effects on Medicaid funding and the federal deficit, The New York Times Politics said in a report. The article details that these recent assertions by President Trump were intended to alleviate concerns from some lawmakers about the historical bill's cost and its proposed Medicaid reductions, with the publication's fact-check concluding these statements regarding the past legislation's impacts were inaccurate.

Romanian national pleads guilty to swatting US officials, including former president Joe Biden

A 26-year-old Romanian national, Szabo, has pleaded guilty to charges related to "swatting" over 75 public officials, including former US President Joe Biden, the New York Post Politics said in a report. Szabo and an alleged co-conspirator, 21-year-old Serbian national Nemanja Radovanovic, reportedly targeted approximately 100 individuals, which included members of Congress, governors, cabinet-level executive branch officials, and state officials, by making false emergency reports to dispatch armed police to their locations.

Canadian Prime Minister Carney unveils plan to expedite nation-building projects to counter US President Trump

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on Monday an ambitious plan to expedite nation-building projects, aiming to transform Canada into "the strongest economy in the G7," BBC News US & Canada reported. This strategic initiative is designed to counter the economic influence and policies of US President Donald Trump, including addressing vulnerabilities highlighted by past US tariffs on Canadian goods (a past event) and current trade rhetoric. The plan seeks to bolster Canada's economic resilience and reduce its dependence on US policy shifts.

Trump administration to reverse Biden-era ban, opening Alaskan lands for drilling and mining

North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum announced that President Donald Trump's administration will reverse a December 2023 order by former President Joe Biden, a decision that will open millions of acres of Alaska wilderness in the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska to federal drilling and mining, The Guardian said in a report. This policy move signals the administration's prioritization of energy production over previous federal protections for the 23 million-acre reserve.

Senator Fetterman praises President Trump's first-term Iran and steel policies

Democratic Senator John Fetterman of Pennsylvania on Monday, June 2nd, 2025, praised current US President Donald Trump for policies related to Iran and steel that were implemented during President Trump's first presidential term, The Washington Post said in a report. This praise for President Trump, who is currently serving his second term, signals Senator Fetterman's continued distancing from some fellow Democrats on specific policy issues, referencing President Trump's past actions such as withdrawing the U.S. from the Iran nuclear deal and imposing steel tariffs.

President Trump reposts unfounded theory alleging former President Biden was executed in 2020

President Donald Trump recently shared an unfounded conspiracy theory on his Truth Social platform by reposting a claim that former President Joe Biden was (past event) executed in 2020 and subsequently replaced with clones or robots, NBC News said in a report. The news outlet's report detailed President Trump's action of sharing this baseless assertion regarding former President Biden.

New White House portrait of President Trump unveiled amid National Portrait Gallery leadership controversy

President Donald Trump's new White House portrait has been unveiled, an event that follows his dismissal of Kim Sajet from her position as head of the National Portrait Gallery just days prior, Fox News said in a report. The dismissal was reportedly due to Sajet's support for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, and these developments have generated interest and controversy concerning the leadership of the cultural institution.

Wisconsin man charged with forging Trump death threat to frame another for deportation

Demetric D. Scott, a Wisconsin man, was charged on Monday with felony witness intimidation, identity theft, and two counts of bail jumping after allegedly sending a forged letter threatening the life of President Donald Trump to state and federal officials, AP said in a report. Prosecutors stated in a criminal complaint that Scott used the name and return address of Ramón Morales Reyes on the letter, intending to get Reyes deported; Scott's attorney is Robert Hampton III.

Discontent in Virginia county follows President Trump's pardon of former sheriff

Many residents in Virginia's Culpeper County are expressing unhappiness following current US President Donald Trump's pardon of a former sheriff who had been convicted of bribery, NPR says in a report. President Trump described the pardoned individual as a victim who was "persecuted by the Radical left monsters and left for dead," a justification that has not quelled local discontent over the clemency granted to the ex-official found guilty of a serious public corruption offense. This development occurred recently, within the past seven days.

New York Times highlights 'notable caveat' in President Trump's antisemitism rhetoric

President Donald Trump frequently addresses the issue of antisemitism, yet his approach contains a "notable caveat," as he reportedly made no specific reference to Jews following an attack in Colorado, The New York Times says in a report. This instance is presented by the newspaper as illustrative of a pattern where President Trump's condemnation of antisemitism may be less explicit in certain domestic contexts, particularly when compared to his rhetoric concerning Israel or political adversaries, despite his current role as President of the US. The article's analysis focuses on this perceived selectivity in his responses to antisemitic incidents.

Attorney Harmeet Dhillon threatens lawsuit against California schools over transgender athlete policies

Private attorney and Republican National Committeewoman Harmeet K. Dhillon has sent a letter threatening legal action against California schools, asserting that allowing transgender athletes to compete in high school sports is unconstitutional, The New York Times said in a report. This letter from Dhillon, who is not the Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights as was indicated in the article's initial description, challenges California's generally inclusive policies on transgender athlete participation amid ongoing national debate on the issue.

David Frum analyzes Vice President J.D. Vance's shift from Trump critic to running mate

David Frum, a staff writer at The Atlantic, recently analyzed the political transformation of current U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance, focusing on Vance's well-documented past criticisms of Donald Trump (made prior to Trump's current term) and his subsequent selection as Trump's running mate in July 2024, at which time Trump was a former president, CNN said in a report. The discussion, part of a CNN segment, explored how Vance transitioned from his critical stance during 2016-2017 to aligning with Trump, a path that contributed to their successful 2024 election bid, leading to President Donald Trump's current second term and Vance's vice presidency. Frum is identified as a conservative voice critical of Trump.

Trump administration emphasizes immigration in response to Boulder attack on pro-Israel event

President Donald Trump's administration is emphasizing immigration more than antisemitism in its response to a recent attack in Boulder, Colorado, that targeted a pro-Israel gathering, The Hill said in a report. This approach aligns with the administration's ongoing mission to implement tough immigration policies and its past actions addressing antisemitism, particularly concerning university campus protests related to the Gaza conflict.

Justice Department investigates Harvard Law Review; report links probe to Trump's agenda and a Stephen Miller staffer

The Justice Department has launched an investigation into the student-run Harvard Law Review, based on what are described as 'startling accusations' and 'tough talk,' The New York Times said in a report. This development is portrayed as an instance of the current administration of President Donald Trump wielding its power to further its political agenda. The article highlights the alleged involvement of 'a Stephen Miller staffer,' connecting the current actions to the influence of Stephen Miller, who served as a senior advisor to President Trump during his first presidential term (2017-2021).

Harvard details impact of past Trump administration research funding cuts in new court filing

Harvard University officials, in a new court filing submitted on Monday, detailed the extent of cuts that a previous administration of Donald Trump had made to a broad swath of university research projects, The New York Times said in a report. Harvard argues in the filing that these past funding reductions were wasteful and outlined their impact on numerous research initiatives.

U.S. previously charged foreign nationals in military tech smuggling scheme to China, linked to Trump's first-term visa policy

The U.S. Justice Department filed charges between 2017 and 2021 against two foreign nationals for their alleged role in a scheme to smuggle U.S. military equipment and technology, including missiles, into China, as per a report in Fox News. These historical charges were linked to a visa crackdown implemented during the first presidential term (2017-2021) of current U.S. President Donald Trump. The case, highlighted in the recent report, underscores long-standing U.S. concerns and efforts to counter Chinese espionage and illicit technology transfer.

President Trump endorses Jack Ciattarelli for New Jersey governor, says state 'ready to pop out of blue horror show'

Current U.S. President Donald Trump implored New Jersey voters on Monday, 2025-06-02, to support Republican Jack Ciattarelli in the state's gubernatorial primary, with early in-person voting commencing Tuesday, 2025-06-03, AP says in a report. During a telephone rally for Ciattarelli, a former state lawmaker, President Trump stated that New Jersey was "ready to pop out of blue horror show" and prepared for a change after years of Democratic control.

Trump administration reconsiders stance on railroad crew size mandate

The administration of President Donald Trump is currently facing an internal conflict regarding federal regulation for two-man freight train crews, a departure from the position taken during his first term (past event) when an Obama-era (past event) proposal for such a mandate was withdrawn, National Review said in a report. This internal debate highlights a potential shift or inconsistency on the regulatory issue, especially following increased scrutiny on rail safety after past incidents like the February 2023 East Palestine derailment (past event). The first Trump administration (past event) had cited a lack of safety justification for withdrawing the proposed rule, which was never finalized under former President Barack Obama.

Chuck Todd claims tires were slashed after criticism from Donald Trump during his first presidential term

Veteran broadcaster Chuck Todd, who left NBC News earlier in 2025, has claimed that his car tires were slashed following criticism he received from Donald Trump during Trump's first term as President, The Hill says in a report. Todd also stated that other individuals have had to increase their security measures due to threats perceived to stem from supporters of President Donald Trump, who is currently serving his second term.

President Trump pardons two divers convicted of theft for freeing sharks off Florida coast

President Donald Trump signed pardons on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, for Tanner Mansell and John Moore Jr., two South Florida shark divers, The Guardian said in a report. Mansell and Moore Jr. had been convicted in 2022, a past event, of theft of property within special maritime jurisdiction after they freed 19 sharks and a giant grouper from a fisherman’s longline several miles off the Florida coast.

Trump administration proposes major cuts to environment agencies

The administration of President Donald Trump has put forward a detailed budget request that aims to reduce funding for science, staffing, and various programs within several federal agencies focused on the environment, The Hill said in a report. Entities such as the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the National Park Service are targeted by these proposed cuts. This approach is reminiscent of actions taken during President Trump's past term (2017-2021), which also included efforts to decrease environmental regulation and agency budgets.

Trump states Iran will not be allowed any uranium enrichment, undercutting reported US proposal

President Donald Trump on Monday appeared to undercut a reported proposal from his special envoy to Iran, declaring he will insist Tehran completely dismantle its uranium enrichment program as a condition for any sanctions relief, AP said in a report. This position clarifies that the Trump administration, despite some past ambiguity from officials including the envoy, will not allow Iran to retain capacity for even low-level uranium enrichment for civilian purposes. The President's statement reinforces a hardline stance on Iran's nuclear activities.

Top Trump officials visit Alaska oil field to promote expanded drilling

Top Trump administration officials, including U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright, Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, and Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin, recently visited Alaska's Prudhoe Bay oil field to promote expanded drilling, AP said in a report. During the tour, which occurred on a recent Monday, Energy Secretary Wright stated President Donald Trump's desire for increased Alaskan oil production and a potential "big, beautiful twin" to the existing Trans-Alaska Pipeline System. This visit and the accompanying statements highlight the administration's ongoing "Energy Dominance" agenda, which contrasts with the energy policies of the former administration under past President Joe Biden.

White House proposes significant budget reduction for Health and Human Services

The White House, under current President Donald Trump, has proposed a budget of $94.7 billion to fund the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in fiscal year 2026, a significant decrease of more than $31 billion compared to the enacted funding for fiscal year 2025, The Hill says in a report. This proposal signals the administration's fiscal priorities for the upcoming budget cycle, which begins October 1, 2025.

Democrats criticize OMB Director Vought over Medicaid claims

Democratic lawmakers are strongly criticizing Office of Management and Budget Director Russ Vought, who serves under President Donald Trump, for his recent assertion that a significant Republican legislative proposal will not result in any individuals losing their Medicaid benefits, The Hill said in a report. This claim, made by Vought on CNN’s “State of the Union” on Sunday, directly contradicts independent analyses which, according to the Democrats, warn that billions of people could lose their health coverage if the bill becomes law. Democrats have labeled Vought's statements as "outrageous lies."

Republicans challenge CBO projections on President Trump's tax plan costs

Republicans are actively challenging the Congressional Budget Office (CBO), Congress's official budget scorer, over projections for a major package of President Donald Trump's tax priorities, asserting the plan will be costless despite multiple analyses indicating a price tag of trillions of dollars over the next decade, The Hill said in a report. This development occurs as the CBO has not yet released its final estimate of the House Republican's specific proposal and against a backdrop of ongoing debates about the national debt and (historical context) previous instances of political criticism directed at CBO's analyses, such as those surrounding the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (a past event).

ICE chief defends enforcement tactics amid criticism as arrests rise nationwide

The head of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on Monday, June 2, 2025, defended the agency's tactics against criticism that authorities are being too heavy-handed as they ramp up arrests nationwide toward President Donald Trump's promises of mass deportations, AP said in a report. This defense follows an incident on Friday, May 30, 2025, where San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria stated he was “deeply upset” by an ICE operation at a popular Italian restaurant just before dinner, which reportedly led to a chaotic showdown with customers and witnesses shouting and smoke bombs filling the air.

Schumer, Democrats plot coordinated resistance to Trump's 'one ugly bill'

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer wants Democrats to unite to inflict pain on Senate Republicans as they work to ram President Trump’s wish list of policy desires through the Senate.

Trump and Xi to discuss trade tensions amid China's new rare earth export controls

US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are scheduled to discuss the ongoing trade war, a conversation prompted by President Trump's concerns over China's recent restrictions on the export of certain rare-earth elements, the New York Post said in a report. These discussions follow China's implementation in late May 2025 of new export controls on these strategically important minerals, which are crucial for technologies like lasers, wind turbines, and electric cars, citing national security. In late May and early June 2025, US officials publicly expressed alarm about the nation's supply chain vulnerability due to its reliance on China for these materials. This situation unfolds against a backdrop of existing US tariffs on Chinese goods, a measure from past trade disputes, and ongoing US efforts since 2021 to develop domestic rare earth processing capabilities.

Trump to raise steel and aluminum tariffs this week amid court challenges to other duties

President Donald Trump is set to raise tariffs on steel and aluminum this week, even as courts challenge the legitimacy of other levies, according to a report in The New York Times. This decision to implement new import duties on these metals comes at a time when the legality of other, previously imposed tariffs is under judicial scrutiny.

Trump's domestic bill sees SALT cap increased to $40,000 in House, igniting state debate

President Donald Trump's current domestic agenda bill is fueling a 'donors vs. takers' debate between blue and red states, as per a report in The Hill. This development comes after a successful pressure campaign by blue-state Republicans led to an amendment in the House version of the bill, which now proposes to increase the state and local tax (SALT) deduction cap to $40,000. This potential change seeks to alter the $10,000 cap established by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, a legislative action from President Trump's first term (past event).

Florida congressman introduces bill to make Donald Trump's first-term nuclear energy orders permanent

Florida Congressman Byron Donalds has introduced legislation to make permanent several nuclear energy executive orders issued by Donald Trump during his first presidential term, aiming to enhance US production and reform regulations, Fox News said in a report. The proposed bill by the Republican representative seeks to codify these past directives, which were focused on revitalizing the domestic nuclear industry, with the stated goal of boosting US nuclear energy output, overhauling the existing regulatory framework, and establishing American 'dominance' in the global nuclear sector.

Senator Rubio supports President Trump's peace call after Ukrainian strike on Russian bombers

Senator Rubio has recently affirmed his support for President Donald Trump's calls for peace, a statement made after Ukrainian forces reportedly destroyed or damaged 41 Russian strategic, nuclear-capable bombers and aircraft during attacks on at least four air bases inside Russia, the New York Post said in a report. This stance from Senator Rubio aligns with President Trump's established position of advocating for a swift resolution to the conflict in Ukraine.

President Trump proposes new 'Gold Card' program to raise investor visa requirements

President Donald Trump is proposing a new "Gold Card" program that would significantly increase the investment required for immigrant investors to gain U.S. residency, aiming to align with prices set by competitor nations, The Washington Times said in a report. According to President Trump, the United States has historically undervalued its investor visas. This new initiative is presented as distinct from the current EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, which (as of recent changes) has minimum investment thresholds of $800,000 in Targeted Employment Areas and $1.05 million in other areas, suggesting the "Gold Card" would entail a substantially higher entry point. (Historical context: Throughout his first term, 2017-2021, Donald Trump advocated for shifting U.S. immigration towards a 'merit-based' system prioritizing economic contributions).

Judge halts Venezuelan migrant's deportation, affirms President Trump's authority under Alien Enemies Act

Judge John Holcomb ruled against the deportation of Venezuelan migrant Darwin Arevalo, citing due process concerns, but concurrently upheld the authority of current US President Donald Trump to invoke the Alien Enemies Act (AEA), Fox News said in a report. The decision, specific to Arevalo's case, underscores a judicial review of executive actions even under national security statutes, balancing them against individual rights.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune faces first major test with President Trump's domestic agenda bill

Republicans are currently rushing to pass President Donald Trump's domestic agenda, which marks the first major legislative challenge for Senator John Thune in his new role as Senate Majority Leader, according to a report in The Washington Post. This legislative push is a critical early test of Thune's leadership and the Republican party's ability to advance President Trump's priorities in the Senate.

OAN correspondent says she was fired after criticizing US Defense Secretary Hegseth over press access

Former One America News (OAN) chief Pentagon correspondent Gabrielle Cuccia states she was terminated from the pro-Donald Trump media outlet shortly after publishing a Substack post critical of US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, The Guardian says in a report. Cuccia accused Hegseth, who serves in President Donald Trump's administration, of clamping down on press access at the Pentagon, questioning the defense department's motives, and noting his failure to hold a formal press conference since taking office.

US manufacturers report production hit by Trump's trade policies as dollar weakens

US manufacturers have warned that President Donald Trump's trade war is hitting production, with a key survey signaling a third consecutive monthly decline in output, The Guardian said in a report. This development occurred as the US dollar neared a three-year low against sterling on Monday, amid uncertainty over tariffs, some of which were part of trade actions initiated in the past.

Senate to take up President Trump's major tax and immigration bill

As the U.S. Senate reconvenes, a "massive" tax and immigration bill championed by President Donald Trump is on its agenda, according to a report in The Washington Post. This legislative push by the current administration and the Republican-led Congress will see lawmakers deliberate on substantial reforms in both tax policy and immigration law.

Trump administration orders Pennsylvania power plant to remain operational through summer

The U.S. Department of Energy, under the administration of current President Donald Trump, has directed the Eddystone oil and gas power plant in Pennsylvania to keep its turbines running through the hottest summer months as a precaution against electricity shortfalls in the 13-state mid-Atlantic grid managed by PJM Interconnection, AP said in a report. This directive regarding the plant located south of Philadelphia marks the second instance of the Energy Department using federal authority for this purpose under President Trump's current administration.