How $40 Trillion National Debt Grew Under Trump Compared to Biden and Obama
That figure is more than double the $19.95 trillion recorded when Donald Trump first entered the White House in January 2017.
Politics
newsweek.com
20.08.2026
Scott Bessent Steadied the Bond Market — President Trump’s Iran Threat Wiped It Out in Less Than a Day
Finance
finance.yahoo.com
20.08.2026
Bitcoin surges to $72,000 after Trump’s major announcement
Finance
finance.yahoo.com
20.08.2026
Why is the Trump administration causing turmoil in the bond markets? | Richard Partington
As yields are dragged higher in the UK, Europe and Japan, the impact for consumers and businesses will be far-reaching‘Starve the beast’? The $40tn cost of Republicans’ false promises to cut spendingG
Finance
theguardian.com
20.08.2026
US deports 20 people to Liberia, the first of 1,200 migrants under Trump deal
Agreement is among largest third-country deportations driven by Trump administration’s immigration crackdown The United States sent 20 deportees to Liberia, who arrived on Thursday as part of 1,200 mi
World
theguardian.com
20.08.2026
Bitcoin and ethereum prices today, Thursday, August 20, 2026: Crypto prices surge after President Trump pushes for Clarity Act
Finance
finance.yahoo.com
20.08.2026
Treasury Details Rules for Trump Account Investments
Finance
wsj.com
20.08.2026
A Definitive Timeline of Trump’s Attempts To Add Name to Kennedy Center
How Trump's Kennedy Center takeover led to resignations, lawsuits and a fight over the 50-year-oldinstitution's name.
Politics
newsweek.com
20.08.2026
After Iran, Trump and His Republicans Face Their Own Economic D-Day
As prices bite and debt hits $40T, Trump's plan to inflict economic pain on Iran could leave the GOP with a nasty bill of its own.
Politics
newsweek.com
20.08.2026
Why a Trump envoy’s Kashmir visit has led to US-Pakistan spat
Pakistan says the comments contradict Washington’s position, but experts see them as a diplomatic misstep.
World
aljazeera.com
20.08.2026
Trump aide Natalie Harp ‘not beloved’ by many in the White House, NYT reporter reveals
Reports detailing Harp’s alleged behavior around Trump have been leaking out of the West Wing
World
independent.co.uk
20.08.2026
Trump pushes Clarity Act at White House crypto meeting
Finance
finance.yahoo.com
20.08.2026
Rosie O’Donnell draws gasps over ‘Natalie’ dig at Trump amid scrutiny over his trusted aide
President’s relationship with his 35-year-old aide is facing intense scrutiny
Culture
independent.co.uk
20.08.2026
U.S. debt tops $40 trillion. And, new census report Trump is touting raises concerns
The U.S. debt has surpassed $40 trillion. And, a new census report on noncitizen voting that President Trump is touting has ties to a think tank aligned with him, raising concerns among experts.
World
npr.org
20.08.2026
Trump urged to stop targeting fellow Republicans as GOP fights to keep majority
Some Senate Republicans worry President Donald Trump isn't making a strong enough case for electing more GOP senators and is bashing his own party instead.
Politics
foxnews.com
20.08.2026
Trump reveals exact number of North Korea's nuclear weapons
Trump cited 57 nuclear weapons in North Korea's arsenal, marking the first time a U.S. official has publicly put an exact number on Pyongyang's stockpile.
Politics
foxnews.com
20.08.2026
North Korea launches missiles as Trump seeks to rekindle nuclear talks
Hours after Trump said he expects to hold new talks with Kim Jong Un, South Korea and Japan said several short-range missiles were launched by the North.
World
cbsnews.com
20.08.2026
Trump is losing his war of independence on rare earths
Inefficiency, untrustworthiness and cronyism are weakening the administration’s plans to stand up to China
Finance
ft.com
20.08.2026
Trump’s MAGA allies mock Harry and Meghan over return to UK
The couple are said to be returning to the UK later this month for ‘an extended period of time’
World
independent.co.uk
20.08.2026
Trump’s Order to Cut Military Exercises With South Korea Carries Risks, Experts Say
President Trump’s decision to curtail the military exercises came as allies question the U.S. commitment to longstanding alliances.
Politics
nytimes.com
20.08.2026