After Democrats’ win, Trump touts Trump White House ballroom
After Democrats captured both chambers of Congress, President Donald Trump promoted his $400 million plan for a White House ballroom, despite legal and political challenges.
US midterm elections 2026 hand Democrats sweeping control
US midterm elections 2026 delivered decisive Democratic gains, flipping the House and several Senate seats and reshaping control of Congress.
Trump endorsements falter as Democrats retake Congress
Democrats reclaimed the House and Senate as several Trump endorsements lost across key states. The former president blamed Republican leaders and media coverage.
Mar-a-Lago air defense bolstered with Avenger systems
U.S. Army Avenger units and counter-drone kits have been positioned around Mar-a-Lago and at the nearby airport, officials said, citing a heightened threat environment.
Alaska governor investigation launched over ballot name dispute
Alaska governor investigation follows a federal lawsuit alleging voter confusion over two Sullivans on the ballot, as officials and legal scholars question the case.
Trump Atlantic Ocean rename idea rebuffed by Google CEO
At a South Carolina rally, Trump said Google CEO Sundar Pichai declined his request to rename the Atlantic Ocean on Google Maps, citing global implications.
Stephen Hubbard release follows Trump request, Putin says
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced the Stephen Hubbard release during talks with U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff in Saint Petersburg, following a request by President Trump.
East Potomac Golf Links redevelopment touted amid court fight
East Potomac Golf Links is slated for a championship-level overhaul, Trump said, while a federal judge scrutinizes the administration’s plans in ongoing litigation.
Judge blocks White House media ban with preliminary injunction
A federal judge issued a preliminary injunction blocking the White House media ban on CNN, Politico and MS NOW while the outlets’ access lawsuit proceeds.
Russian diesel deal unlikely to ease prices, experts warn
Experts say the Russian diesel deal announced by Donald Trump will not significantly lower fuel prices despite eased sanctions and promised shipments.
Trump won’t strike Iran before November midterms, he says
Trump won’t strike Iran before the November midterms, the president said on Truth Social after reports the White House explored pre-election strike options.
US weighs diesel export ban as Europe urged to tap reserves
Donald Trump said he may seek European releases of diesel reserves while weighing a diesel export ban, as prices surge and supply concerns mount.