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Trump taps White House adviser Overton to lead FDA - Reuters
Trump taps White House adviser Overton to lead FDA Reuters
August 19, 2026Trump asks US Supreme Court to allow White House ballroom construction to continue - Reuters
Trump asks US Supreme Court to allow White House ballroom construction to continue Reuters
August 14, 2026Inside the Secret Service 'shell game' to hide US presidents in plain sight
Elaborate deception operations and decoys are often used to deceive potential threats to the US president.
August 11, 2026UFC loses $30m on Freedom 250 event at White House
UFC owners lose $30m (£22m) staging the Freedom 250 event, which was attended by US President Donald Trump, at the White House in June.
August 4, 2026'Security was tighter this time': Inside the room at Trump press dinner
The BBC's Bernd Debusmann Jr attended the rearranged dinner after the first was disrupted by a gunman.
July 25, 2026Trump orders signs outside Smithsonian history museum to correct what he calls 'inaccurate information' - Reuters
Trump orders signs outside Smithsonian history museum to correct what he calls 'inaccurate information' Reuters
July 24, 2026Scotch whisky levy lifted as Trump imposes new wave of US tariffs
The Scottish government welcomed the lifting of the 10% levy, which the US President agreed after the state visit of King Charles.
July 24, 2026Lebanon's Aoun to meet Trump at White House, hoping to generate pressure on Israel - Reuters
Lebanon's Aoun to meet Trump at White House, hoping to generate pressure on Israel Reuters
July 19, 2026Anthony Zurcher: From Trump critic to ally, Lindsey Graham was a political survivor of the Maga era
The senator's career was marked by a willingness to adapt to America's dramatically changing political climate, writes the BBC's North America correspondent.
July 12, 2026New US attacks on Iran were absolutely necessary, NATO chief says - Reuters
New US attacks on Iran were absolutely necessary, NATO chief says Reuters
July 8, 2026Photos show hundreds of masked Patriot Front white nationalists marching in DC - Reuters
Photos show hundreds of masked Patriot Front white nationalists marching in DC Reuters
July 4, 2026Masked Patriot Front white nationalists stage July 4 march through DC - Reuters
Masked Patriot Front white nationalists stage July 4 march through DC Reuters
July 4, 2026Trump to mark U.S. 250th anniversary with campaign-style rally on National Mall - Reuters
Trump to mark U.S. 250th anniversary with campaign-style rally on National Mall Reuters
July 4, 2026US Supreme Court to rule on birthright citizenship and trans athletes
The two highly anticipated rulings are core agenda items for President Donald Trump.
June 30, 2026NATO's Rutte to meet Trump, aiming to ease tensions ahead of July summit - Reuters
NATO's Rutte to meet Trump, aiming to ease tensions ahead of July summit Reuters
June 24, 2026Watch: 'I wish him well' - Trump reacts to Starmer's resignation
The US President criticised the UK’s approach to energy and immigration arguing that the prime minister's decisions had hurt him politically.
June 22, 2026Rousey and Paul taunt UFC over White House viewing figures
Ronda Rousey and Jake Paul taunt the UFC and Dana White for failing to break Most Valuable Promotions' MMA record audience figure with the White House event.
June 20, 2026Newsom accuses Trump of directing politically motivated investigation - Reuters
Newsom accuses Trump of directing politically motivated investigation Reuters
June 15, 2026As Trump turns 80, what's it really like to work as an octogenarian?
As President Donald Trump celebrates his birthday, we ask people who have worked into their 80s themselves about what it takes to keep going.
June 13, 2026Amazon voiced concerns about Anthropic AI models before US crackdown, source says - Reuters
Amazon voiced concerns about Anthropic AI models before US crackdown, source says Reuters
June 13, 2026Trump's name removed from Kennedy Center after court order
Crews erected scaffolding on Friday as onlookers gathered into the evening, though storms delayed the work until Saturday.
June 13, 2026Judge keeps order in place to remove Trump's name from Kennedy Center - Reuters
Judge keeps order in place to remove Trump's name from Kennedy Center Reuters
June 12, 2026Elon Musk becomes world's first trillionaire as SpaceX soars in stock market debut
Musk is now worth $1.11tn according to the Bloomberg rich list, while SpaceX listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange with a value of $2.2tn.
June 12, 2026Trump says Iran war deal close as Strait of Hormuz tensions linger - Reuters
Trump says Iran war deal close as Strait of Hormuz tensions linger Reuters
June 12, 2026China's WuXi sues US over allegations it supports Beijing's military - Reuters
China's WuXi sues US over allegations it supports Beijing's military Reuters
June 11, 2026Trump picks top Manhattan federal prosecutor as next intelligence chief - Reuters
Trump picks top Manhattan federal prosecutor as next intelligence chief Reuters
June 11, 2026Nvidia hires veteran lobbyist Bruce Andrews to head government affairs - Reuters
Nvidia hires veteran lobbyist Bruce Andrews to head government affairs Reuters
June 11, 2026Police investigate '8647' written in grass on US national mall
"Eighty-six" is a slang term for "get rid of". Some US officials claim the numbers are meant to encourage violence against Trump, the 47th president.
June 11, 2026US Justice Department subpoenas major banks over alleged 'debanking,' source says - Reuters
US Justice Department subpoenas major banks over alleged 'debanking,' source says Reuters
June 10, 2026US judge scraps Trump policy restricting wind, solar tax breaks - Reuters
US judge scraps Trump policy restricting wind, solar tax breaks Reuters
June 8, 2026UFC White House event challenged by lawsuit
The UFC White House event scheduled to take place on 14 June is challenged by a federal lawsuit alleging it is unlawful.
June 8, 2026Health experts to screen US wastewater for disease outbreaks during World Cup - Reuters
Health experts to screen US wastewater for disease outbreaks during World Cup Reuters
June 8, 2026'A World Cup for them not us': Fans' anger at US travel bans and visa restrictions
Fans across the world say US travel bans and visa regulations make them feel excluded from the World Cup.
June 7, 2026Trump unveils giant gold-accented victory arch design for US capital
The new monument, if approved, would be taller than the US Capitol building and the Lincoln Memorial.
April 11, 2026Trump's blunt attack on former allies exposes splintered MAGA coalition
His criticism of four conservative commentators who have spoken out against the Iran war highlights the tension in his base.
April 10, 2026White House staff told not to place bets on prediction markets
The platforms have grown in popularity, with some users making bets on global events.
April 10, 2026Melania Trump denies ties to Jeffrey Epstein and urges hearing for survivors
She called rumours that Epstein introduced her to Donald Trump "mean-spirited attempts to defame my reputation".
April 9, 2026Melania Trump: 'I never had a relationship with Epstein'
Watch the first lady's full statement from the White House as she addresses her links to the late sex offender.
April 9, 2026Trump announces 50% tariffs on nations supplying Iran with weapons - Reuters
Trump announces 50% tariffs on nations supplying Iran with weapons Reuters
April 8, 2026UN envoy plans to visit Iran as part of peace effort - Reuters
UN envoy plans to visit Iran as part of peace effort Reuters
April 7, 2026Bill Gates set to testify before US Congress in Epstein investigation
The Microsoft co-founder is the latest high-profile figure to agree to testify before the committee investigating Epstein's wrongdoing.
April 7, 2026Vice President Vance visits Hungary to boost Orban ahead of pivotal election - Reuters
Vice President Vance visits Hungary to boost Orban ahead of pivotal election Reuters
April 7, 2026Clock ticks on Trump's Iran ultimatum with little sign of breakthrough
The US president is in a delicate political position as the final hours to Tuesday's deadline for Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz tick down.
April 6, 2026Trump's trade war with China in focus ahead of May summit - Reuters
Trump's trade war with China in focus ahead of May summit Reuters
April 6, 2026US Secret Service investigates reports of gunfire near White House
Officials said "a heightened security posture is in place", but no injuries were reported and no suspects had been identified.
April 6, 2026Trump proposes to begin privatizing TSA screening operations - Reuters
Trump proposes to begin privatizing TSA screening operations Reuters
April 3, 2026Trump says US can take Strait of Hormuz with more time - reuters.com
Trump says US can take Strait of Hormuz with more time reuters.com
April 3, 2026Trump removes US Attorney General Pam Bondi
Bondi's time as America's top law enforcement officer was overshadowed by the justice department's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein investigation.
April 2, 2026Washington planning commission to vote Thursday on Trump's ballroom project - Reuters
Washington planning commission to vote Thursday on Trump's ballroom project Reuters
April 2, 2026Elon Musk's SpaceX set to be worth $1 trillion with planned public listing
The company’s public stock debut is set to be one of the most valuable in history, and could make Musk the world's first trillionaire.
April 2, 2026Trump to give primetime address on war as questions swirl over his next move
The US president finds himself under growing pressure at home to avoid a protracted conflict.
April 1, 2026King Charles to pay state visit to US as UK seeks to mollify Trump - Reuters
King Charles to pay state visit to US as UK seeks to mollify Trump Reuters
March 31, 2026Gold heads for biggest monthly drop in more than 17 years - Reuters
Gold heads for biggest monthly drop in more than 17 years Reuters
March 31, 2026White House ballroom project to include 'massive' military complex - Reuters
White House ballroom project to include 'massive' military complex Reuters
March 30, 2026Egypt's Sisi says only Trump can stop war, warns oil could top $200 - Reuters
Egypt's Sisi says only Trump can stop war, warns oil could top $200 Reuters
March 30, 2026No Kings protests across the US rally against Donald Trump
The demonstrations against the Trump administration are set to sweep cities across the US on Saturday.
March 28, 2026US Senate confirms Markwayne Mullin as homeland security chief
The US senator will now oversee the embattled department after a series of immigration enforcement blunders.
March 24, 2026Trump and Iran step up threats over energy targets as war escalates - Reuters
Trump and Iran step up threats over energy targets as war escalates Reuters
March 22, 2026Chuck Norris memes were undefeated for a generation of young fans
Chuck Norris became an inadvertent source of humour for a viral online celebration of his movie tough guy persona.
March 21, 2026US states sue Trump over his move to scrap greenhouse gases ruling
The lawsuit seeks to overturn the Trump administration's reversal last month of the 2009 ruling that underpins all US policies aimed at lowering emissions.
March 19, 2026Five takeaways from Markwayne Mullin's Homeland Security confirmation hearing
The agency Mullin is vying to run entered its fifth week without funding, and concerns surrounding the budget loomed over questions.
March 18, 2026Top US counterterrorism official resigns over Iran war, urging Trump to 'reverse course'
National Counterterrorism Center Director Joe Kent says Trump "started this war due to pressure from Israel and its powerful American lobby".
March 17, 2026Trump seeks to delay meeting with Xi in China
The escalating war in Iran has overshadowed many of the US' foreign policy objectives
March 17, 2026FCC chair threatens to revoke broadcasters' licences over Iran coverage
After Trump criticised media coverage of the Iran war, Carr says he can remove licences if they do not serve the public interest.
March 15, 2026Judge says 'no evidence' to justify Federal Reserve probe
Jeanine Pirro said she would appeal the ruling, which blocks the subpoenas she issued to the central bank.
March 13, 2026Pope Leo says Christians who start wars should go to confession - Reuters
Pope Leo says Christians who start wars should go to confession Reuters
March 13, 2026Iran cannot participate in World Cup, sports minister says - Reuters
Iran cannot participate in World Cup, sports minister says Reuters
March 11, 2026US Navy tells shipping industry Hormuz escorts not possible for now - Reuters
US Navy tells shipping industry Hormuz escorts not possible for now Reuters
March 10, 2026U.S. Navy has not yet escorted ships through Strait of Hormuz, White House says - Reuters
U.S. Navy has not yet escorted ships through Strait of Hormuz, White House says Reuters
March 10, 2026Signal issues scam warning to users after hackers target officials
Signal says its systems are secure but it is taking reports of targeted attempts to hack some officials "very seriously".
March 10, 2026Court bars Kosovo president from announcing snap election date - Reuters
Court bars Kosovo president from announcing snap election date Reuters
March 10, 2026Alexander Butterfield, who revealed Nixon Watergate tapes, dies aged 99
He disclosed then-President Richard Nixon had a recording system in the Oval Office.
March 10, 2026Democratic US senators demand immediate hearings on Iran war - Reuters
Democratic US senators demand immediate hearings on Iran war Reuters
March 10, 2026Iran war threatens a prolonged hit to global energy markets - Reuters
Iran war threatens a prolonged hit to global energy markets Reuters
March 7, 2026College sports needs Congress to fix NIL, Trump says, while promising executive order - Reuters
College sports needs Congress to fix NIL, Trump says, while promising executive order Reuters
March 6, 2026Germany's Merz warns against spread of war in Middle East - Reuters
Germany's Merz warns against spread of war in Middle East Reuters
March 6, 2026From killing her dog to luxury jets: Six times Kristi Noem made headlines
Noem boosted deportations during her first year, but her controversies reportedly frustrated Trump.
March 6, 2026Trump celebrates Messi, revels in Inter Miami’s “good looks” - Reuters
Trump celebrates Messi, revels in Inter Miami’s “good looks” Reuters
March 6, 2026Top Republican in Congress shrugs off economic risks of Iran war ahead of U.S. midterms - Reuters
Top Republican in Congress shrugs off economic risks of Iran war ahead of U.S. midterms Reuters
March 4, 2026US Senate to vote on Trump's war powers as Iran conflict continues
The measure, which is not expected to pass, would require the withdrawal of US forces from the operation until approved by Congress.
March 4, 2026Trump threatens to halt trade with Spain over military base access
Trump lashed out after Spain barred the US from using its military bases to carry out strikes on Iran.
March 3, 2026Trump says he ordered strike on Iran over attack fears - Reuters
Trump says he ordered strike on Iran over attack fears Reuters
March 3, 2026Attack on Iran could buoy Trump in talks with China's Xi - Reuters
Attack on Iran could buoy Trump in talks with China's Xi Reuters
March 3, 2026Canada's Carney arrives in Australia for meeting of 'middle powers' - Reuters
Canada's Carney arrives in Australia for meeting of 'middle powers' Reuters
March 3, 2026Watch: Trump announces 'major combat operations' in Iran
US President Donald Trump accuses the Iranian regime of waging an "unending campaign of bloodshed and mass murder targeting the United States".
February 28, 2026Trump directs US agencies to toss Anthropic's AI as Pentagon calls startup a supply risk - Reuters
Trump directs US agencies to toss Anthropic's AI as Pentagon calls startup a supply risk Reuters
February 27, 2026How Hollywood and Maga aligned over Warner Bros deal
Paramount beats Netflix to the major deal, pleasing figures in DC and LA alike, the BBC's culture and media editor writes.
February 27, 2026Trump comment 'distasteful', says USA women's ice hockey captain
US President Donald Trump joked that he would have to ask the women's team to his State of the Union address or he "probably would be impeached".
February 26, 2026UFC to spend around $60m on White House event
The UFC will spend up to $60m (£44.3m) on its one-of-a-kind event at the White House, according to TKO Group Holdings chief Mark Shapiro.
February 26, 2026US justice department accused of withholding Trump-related Epstein files
The top Democrat on the congressional panel investigating Epstein has called on the attorney general to publish the material.
February 26, 2026Chinese influence operation targets Japan elections, Trump, other countries, US foundation says - Reuters
Chinese influence operation targets Japan elections, Trump, other countries, US foundation says Reuters
February 26, 2026British far-right activist Tommy Robinson visits US State Department - Reuters
British far-right activist Tommy Robinson visits US State Department Reuters
February 25, 2026Fact-checking Trump's longest ever State of the Union
President Donald Trump said the US "is winning again" - making a series of claims about his record in a speech which lasted almost two hours.
February 25, 2026Analysis: Trump's main themes and who he hoped to win over
Daniel Bush takes a closer look at Trump's focus on the economy and immigration during his State of the Union address.
February 25, 2026Analysis: Trump issues patriotic rallying cry with eye on crucial elections
The BBC's Anthony Zurcher says the US president appealed to his base and taunted his opponents in a marathon speech.
February 25, 2026Trump says he has told big tech companies to build their own power plants - Reuters
Trump says he has told big tech companies to build their own power plants Reuters
February 25, 2026Takeaways from Trump's State of the Union address to Congress - Reuters
Takeaways from Trump's State of the Union address to Congress Reuters
February 25, 2026Australia's core inflation hits 16-month high, raises bets for May rate hike - Reuters
Australia's core inflation hits 16-month high, raises bets for May rate hike Reuters
February 25, 2026FBI chief Patel's travel, decision-making hampered investigations, Senate Democrat says - Reuters
FBI chief Patel's travel, decision-making hampered investigations, Senate Democrat says Reuters
February 24, 2026US government drops case against Democrats in 'illegal orders' video
The six lawmakers - all military and intelligence veterans - released a video last year reminding servicemembers they can refuse illegal orders.
February 24, 2026What to know about Trump's State of the Union address
The US president's address to Congress will feature high-profile guests, policy promises and reflections on his first year back in office.
February 24, 2026Trump, facing headwinds at home and abroad, to address State of the Union - Reuters
Trump, facing headwinds at home and abroad, to address State of the Union Reuters
February 24, 2026FedEx sues for Trump tariff refund
The recent US Supreme Court ruling that President Trump overstepped his powers when he imposed global tariffs paved the way for companies to seek a refund.
February 24, 2026Trading Day: Trump tariff chaos hits US stocks hardest - Reuters
Trading Day: Trump tariff chaos hits US stocks hardest Reuters
February 23, 2026Stocks to watch as Trump's new tariffs spell more uncertainty - Reuters
Stocks to watch as Trump's new tariffs spell more uncertainty Reuters
February 23, 2026US to stop collecting tariffs deemed illegal by Supreme Court on Tuesday - Reuters
US to stop collecting tariffs deemed illegal by Supreme Court on Tuesday Reuters
February 23, 2026Blizzard conditions set to bring major disruption to East Coast
Blizzard conditions are set to bring major disruption across the northeastern United States, with wind gusts of up to 70mph expected.
February 22, 2026Indonesia president says ready to face all possibilities after US Supreme Court rejects Trump's global tariffs - Reuters
Indonesia president says ready to face all possibilities after US Supreme Court rejects Trump's global tariffs Reuters
February 21, 2026Macron says US Supreme Court tariff ruling shows it is good to have counterweights to power in democracies - Reuters
Macron says US Supreme Court tariff ruling shows it is good to have counterweights to power in democracies Reuters
February 21, 2026How will Trump's new 10% global tariffs work and what's next?
The Supreme Court's decision has led questions over whether people can get a refund over the unlawful tariffs.
February 21, 2026Trump furious after Supreme Court upends his global tariffs, imposes new 10% levy - Reuters
Trump furious after Supreme Court upends his global tariffs, imposes new 10% levy Reuters
February 20, 2026US and Iran slide towards conflict as military buildup eclipses talks - Reuters
US and Iran slide towards conflict as military buildup eclipses talks Reuters
February 20, 2026USDA defends $12 billion subsidy amid farm economy challenges - Reuters
USDA defends $12 billion subsidy amid farm economy challenges Reuters
February 20, 2026IOC chief Coventry says unaware of Infantino's presence at Board of Peace meeting, will look into matter - Reuters
IOC chief Coventry says unaware of Infantino's presence at Board of Peace meeting, will look into matter Reuters
February 20, 2026Supreme Court live: Trump plans 10% global tariff, says refund fights may take years - Reuters
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February 20, 2026US economic growth likely slowed to a still-brisk pace in fourth quarter - Reuters
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February 20, 2026Gold heads for weekly loss as dollar advances - Reuters
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February 20, 2026US Labor Secretary's husband barred from department over sexual assault allegations, NYT reports - Reuters
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