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
Trump's Donroe Doctrine Is in the Hands of a Vengeful Brazilian Son
With Donald Trump in the Bolsonaro family corner, Brazil’s revenge election could reshape the whole hemisphere.
Politics
newsweek.com
20.08.2026
Trump officials worked with Iran on deportation lists as tensions exploded, emails reveal
Emails reveal that Iranian officials had significant influence over which Iranian immigrants in the U.S. were sent back to their home country in 2025, despite tensions between the countries
World
independent.co.uk
20.08.2026
Trump vows ‘economic warfare’ on countries helping Iran
US President Donald Trump has threatened ‘economic D-Day’ on any countries that help or do business with Iran.
World
aljazeera.com
20.08.2026
Iran-US war latest: Trump declares ‘Economic D-Day’ and vows sanctions against any nation helping Tehran
Trump warned countries against oil smuggling and cash transfers with Iran
World
independent.co.uk
20.08.2026
Alina Habba 'Flattered' by Odds to Become Trump's New Press Secretary
The former Trump attorney says she's "not in the running" to succeed Karoline Leavitt after leading prediction markets.
Politics
newsweek.com
20.08.2026
Missouri judge hands Trump, GOP major redistricting win ahead of midterm elections
President Donald Trump scored a major redistricting win as a Missouri judge ruled the GOP-backed map splitting Kansas City cannot face a referendum.
Politics
foxnews.com
20.08.2026
Trump put thousands of soldiers on Washington’s streets. They seldom stop crime.
The National Guard troops mostly responded to minor incidents in neighborhoods that are wealthier, whiter and less dangerous than the rest of the capital.
World
japantimes.co.jp
20.08.2026
Alarm in South Korea as Iran dispute with Trump shakes a 72-year alliance
Trump's order to scale back military drills rattles Seoul, reviving doubts over US security guarantees.
World
aljazeera.com
20.08.2026
Trump shows off White House renovations and ornate new helipad
Former real estate developer leads press corps on tour of grounds and says ‘one thing I know how to do is build’As the US national debt climbed past $40tn for the first time on Wednesday, and the war
World
theguardian.com
20.08.2026
Trump says he will meet North Korea’s Kim Jong Un later this year
US President Donald Trump said Wednesday he plans to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong Un later this year, seeking to revive their first-term relationship. Trump said it was important to “get along” w
World
france24.com
20.08.2026
Iran taps financial lifeline, Russian arms as Trump escalates 'crushing' economic warfare
Iran is deepening ties with Russia and China through BRICS and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization to blunt U.S. sanctions, analysts warn.
World
foxnews.com
20.08.2026