White House
60 stories related to this topic, newest first.
CoinDeskFellow Says Clarity Act Would Expand CFTC Mandate Without Added Resources
A Brookings fellow stated that legislation expanding the Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s authority over digital assets would require more staff, funding, and expertise. He noted the agency was originally designed for commodity futures markets and warned that new powers wit…
The IndependentWhite House launches website using 'alien' term for immigration arrests
The White House introduced a website that presents immigration enforcement data using space-themed language. The site includes arrest statistics, a tip line, and references to prior UFO-related statements by the administration.
fortune.comHouse Republicans stall on immigration enforcement funding bill
A roughly $70 billion measure to fund immigration enforcement through the end of President Donald Trump's term stalled in the House. Progress halted over White House ballroom security funding and a proposed $1.8 billion fund for government-mistreatment claims.
Washington ExaminerDraft Iran Deal Would Restore Pre-War Conditions Over 60 Days
A draft memorandum would halt fighting with Iran and return conditions to those of February 27 before a longer agreement is negotiated. President Trump is reviewing the proposal, which includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz and limits on Iran's nuclear activities.
The Boston GlobeSouth Carolina Senate Rejects Trump-Backed Redistricting Plan
The state Senate voted down a proposal to redraw congressional districts days before early voting began for the June 9 primary. Democrats are proceeding with scheduled fundraising events this weekend.
Fox NewsDemocrats lead Republicans on generic ballot in recent poll
Recent surveys indicate Democrats maintain an advantage on the generic congressional ballot. The advantage comes as voters express frustration over prices and economic conditions. Analysts note uncertainty about the party's core identity.
realitytea.comTrump Says Iran Deal Is Close but Rejects Iranian Draft Proposal
President Trump stated that talks with Iran are advancing while rejecting an Iranian draft plan for the Strait of Hormuz. The two sides remain divided over sanctions relief, nuclear material, and control of the waterway.
japantimes.co.jpBill Would Allow $250 Note Featuring Sitting President for 250th Anniversary
A Republican lawmaker introduced legislation to create a new $250 bill marking the United States semiquincentennial. The measure would exempt the commemorative note from a long-standing prohibition on depicting living individuals on currency.
japantimes.co.jpU.S. Defense Official Links Nigeria Operations to Protection of Christians
A U.S. defense official stated that military actions against an ISIS-linked commander in Nigeria followed a directive to protect Christians targeted by the group. The comments came during a White House press conference on Wednesday.
middleeasteye.netU.S. and Iran Continue Ceasefire Talks as Strikes Resume
Negotiators are exchanging proposals for a 60-day extension of the U.S.-Iran ceasefire and renewed nuclear talks, but no final agreement has been reached. Fresh U.S. strikes and Iranian retaliation have tested the truce while sanctions tighten on Iranian oil exports.
dnaindia.comPakistan Gains Diplomatic Ground After India-Pakistan Ceasefire
Pakistan has strengthened ties with the United States and China following a May 2025 ceasefire. Indian officials have accused Pakistan of involvement in an attack that preceded the fighting.
Fox NewsPresident says he does not care about midterms
The president stated he does not care about the midterms. Actions including attacks on Republican candidates and redistricting efforts indicate otherwise. The statement came during a period of conflict with Iran.
inquisitr.comRubio Gains in 2028 Republican Primary Polling as Vance Support Falls
A recent Emerson College Polling survey shows Secretary of State Marco Rubio at 34.6 percent and Vice President JD Vance at 35.5 percent among likely Republican primary voters. Earlier polls from the same firm recorded Vance at 52 percent and Rubio at 20 percent in February and 9…
nypost.comIranian Officials Call for Water and Fuel Conservation
Iranian state media and officials have called on citizens to reduce water, fuel and electricity use. The appeals come as U.S. sanctions remain in place and the country faces a multi-year drought.
realitytea.comWhite House Has Not Released Results of President Trump's Latest Physical Exam
The White House has not issued a summary of President Trump's physical exam conducted Tuesday at Walter Reed National Military Hospital. A White House official said a readout is expected within a day or two.
The GuardianTreasury Designs $250 Bill With Trump Portrait, Needs Congress Approval
The U.S. Treasury has prepared a design for a $250 bill featuring President Trump's image. The plan requires new legislation because current law bars living people from appearing on currency.
Washington ExaminerU.S. and Iran Reach Tentative 60-Day Ceasefire Deal Awaiting Trump Approval
U.S. and Iranian negotiators agreed on a 60-day memorandum of understanding to extend a ceasefire and address Iran's nuclear program. President Trump has not yet approved the deal, which includes commitments on uranium and free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.
Fox NewsMichigan Governor Says She Will Not Run for President in 2028
Two-term Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer stated on Thursday that she will not seek the Democratic presidential nomination in 2028. The announcement ends speculation about her possible candidacy.
Washington ExaminerTreasury Secretary Bessent to Hold White House Press Briefing Thursday
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will conduct the daily White House press briefing at 2 p.m. Thursday. He is substituting for press secretary Karoline Leavitt, who is on maternity leave.
dailywire.comHouse Draft Defense Bill Sets $1.15 Trillion Baseline Spending
The initial House draft of the 2027 National Defense Authorization Act allocates $1.15 trillion in baseline defense funds. The Pentagon requested $1.5 trillion, leaving a $350 billion gap that would require separate reconciliation legislation.
thehindu.comVice President JD Vance Says He Will Spend More Time at Home After Fourth Child Arrives
Vice President JD Vance stated he will not take formal parental leave when his fourth child is born this summer. He said he plans to spend additional time at home during the family transition.
Washington ExaminerMichigan Governor Says She Will Not Run for President in 2028
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer stated she will not seek the Democratic nomination for president in 2028. She made the announcement during an interview with a local television station.
NewsweekHouse Delays Vote on Resolution Limiting Military Action in Iran
House Republicans postponed a vote on a measure that would have required withdrawal of U.S. forces from Iran. The delay follows internal party divisions over presidential authority and the 1973 War Powers Resolution.
yardbarker.comIlia Topuria describes emotions before first professional MMA fight
UFC champion Ilia Topuria said he nearly stayed backstage before his 2015 debut. The Spaniard described feeling alone and unprepared moments before walking out.
pbs.orgU.S. and Iran reach 60-day ceasefire extension pending Trump approval
The U.S. and Iran have agreed on a 60-day memorandum of understanding to extend their ceasefire and begin nuclear talks, but President Trump must still give final approval. The tentative deal follows weeks of negotiations mediated by Pakistan and Gulf states.
Washington ExaminerTrump Bought Stock in Three Companies Days Before Public Praise
President Trump purchased shares in three corporations and publicly praised each within one or two days, according to first-quarter financial disclosures filed with the U.S. Office of Government Ethics. The filings were submitted late this month.
EuronewsU.S. and Iran Exchange Strikes in Strait of Hormuz Region
U.S. forces struck Iranian drones near Bandar Abbas. Iran said it responded with strikes on a U.S. airbase. Washington placed sanctions on a new Iranian transit authority.
WiredAuthorities Seize Ballots From Four States in Federal and Local Actions
Federal and local officials have seized or demanded ballots from elections in Georgia, Arizona, Michigan, and California so far this year. The actions involve ballots from 2020, 2024, and a 2025 redistricting vote.
naturalnews.comChina Maintains Rare Earth Export Limits After Trump-Xi Summit
U.S. President Donald Trump met Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing two weeks ago. The summit produced several multibillion-dollar business deals but did not change China’s restrictions on rare earth exports.
nbcnews.comU.S. Sets Up Ebola Quarantine Facility in Kenya
The White House confirmed plans to open a health facility in Kenya for Americans exposed to or infected with Ebola. The site will offer state-of-the-art care for the full spectrum of the disease.
koreaherald.comDemocratic Party X Account Uses Profanity in Reply to White House Official
The Democratic Party's official account posted a vulgar response to a White House official who commented on a Texas Senate candidate's nomination. The exchange followed a Republican primary runoff and included disputed claims about the candidate's identity.
SemaforGold Holds Near Two-Day Losses as U.S.-Iran Talks Stall
Gold prices remained close to recent lows amid stalled U.S.-Iran negotiations. Officials from both sides sent mixed signals on the status of talks.
cnet.comWhite House Reviews CFTC Plan for Prediction Market Oversight
A filing shows the White House is reviewing a Commodity Futures Trading Commission proposal to regulate prediction markets. The plan would give the federal agency exclusive authority over the sector.
The GuardianTrump Discusses Strait of Hormuz Control in Cabinet Meeting
President Trump stated during a White House cabinet meeting that the United States would 'blow up' Oman if it interferes with reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The remarks followed reports of talks between Iran and Oman about jointly charging tolls for vessels using the waterway.
upi.comU.S. Stock Indexes Rise as Oil Prices Fall on Hopes of U.S.-Iran Deal
U.S. stock indexes reached new highs and oil prices declined after reports of a possible agreement between the United States and Iran. Markets responded to speculation that a deal could reopen the Strait of Hormuz and ease supply concerns.
680news.comWhite House Requests Spending Data on 49 Federally Funded NGOs
The Office of Management and Budget asked federal agencies to report all funding provided to 49 non-government organizations from fiscal years 2024 through 2026. Responses are due by May 29, with review scheduled for June 5.
jpost.comU.S.-Iran Talks Stall as Trump Cancels Camp David Meeting
President Trump canceled a planned Cabinet meeting at Camp David after weather forced the session to the White House. He told attendees that Iran had not yet agreed to terms on a proposed memorandum of understanding.
FDDTrump Holds Cabinet Meeting at White House as Iran Talks Continue
President Trump convened his Cabinet at the White House on Wednesday after shifting the session from Camp David due to weather. Negotiations with Iran over a peace deal are ongoing, and the president said strikes could resume if no agreement is reached.
cnbc.comTrump Rejects Russia or China Taking Iran's Enriched Uranium
President Trump said he would not accept any deal allowing Russia or China to receive Iran's stockpile of highly enriched uranium. He also ruled out easing sanctions or giving Iran control of the Strait of Hormuz.
France 24Zelensky Urges Trump to Send More Patriot Missiles
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky asked U.S. President Donald Trump and Congress for additional Patriot PAC-3 missiles and air-defense systems. He warned that current deliveries are falling short as Russia prepares wider ballistic missile strikes.
Fox NewsFormer Attorney General Pam Bondi Undergoing Treatment for Thyroid Cancer
Pam Bondi was diagnosed with thyroid cancer shortly after leaving the Justice Department in early April. She underwent surgery a few weeks ago and is recovering while continuing to advise the administration on artificial intelligence policy.
New York PostWhite House Rejects Iranian Media Report on Draft U.S.-Iran Framework
The White House on Wednesday called a reported draft memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran a complete fabrication. Iranian state television had cited the document as an initial unofficial framework.
winnipegfreepress.comU.S. Plans Kenya Facility for Americans Exposed to Ebola in Congo
The Trump administration is establishing a treatment center in Kenya for U.S. citizens exposed to Ebola rather than repatriating them. The facility will be operated with the Departments of State, Health and Human Services, and War.
ABC NewsTrump Moves Cabinet Meeting From Camp David to White House
President Trump postponed a planned Cabinet meeting at the presidential retreat due to forecast thunderstorms and will hold it at the White House instead. The session is expected to cover foreign policy updates on the Iran conflict along with economic and fraud-related topics.
ABC NewsPresident Trump Completes Six-Month Physical at Walter Reed
President Trump underwent a routine six-month medical and dental evaluation at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center on Tuesday. The White House described the visit as part of standard preventative care.
europeanbusinessreview.comCrypto Firms and Automakers Apply for Bank Charters Under New Policies
Dozens of financial technology companies and the three major U.S. automakers have applied for banking charters. The filings follow administration policies that reduced regulatory barriers to new bank formation.
BenzingaVice President JD Vance Defends Trump Administration Anti-Fraud Campaign
Vice President JD Vance on Tuesday highlighted billions in suspected fraud identified across federal programs. Officials referred more than $22 billion in questionable small business loans and paused enrollments for certain healthcare providers.
brobible.comUFC Plans Mixed Martial Arts Event on White House South Lawn for June 14
Construction has begun on the South Lawn for UFC Freedom 250, scheduled for President Trump’s 80th birthday. Dana White, president and CEO of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, described the project as an honor.
sportsnet.caUFC Octagon Construction Begins on White House South Lawn
Crews started building an octagon cage on the White House South Lawn for a June 14 UFC event. The card marks the nation’s 250th anniversary and coincides with President Trump’s birthday.
abcnews.go.comSuspect in White House Shooting Previously Tried to Enter Grounds
A 21-year-old man identified as Nasire Best of Dundalk, Maryland, was killed after firing at a Secret Service checkpoint near the White House on Saturday. Court records show Best had prior encounters with agents and an active bench warrant.
ForbesSpaceX Starship Must Complete Multiple Refueling Tests to Meet 2028 Moon Landing Goal
SpaceX completed a Starship flight test on May 26, 2026. The company faces additional technical requirements before landing astronauts on the Moon by 2028 under a White House executive order.
ReasonHouse Passes Housing Bill Removing Build-to-Rent Sale Requirement
The House approved a version of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act that eliminates a Senate provision requiring large investors to sell purpose-built single-family rental communities. The bill retains a limit on investor ownership of existing single-family homes and several sup…
The IndependentCNN Analyst Questions President Trump’s Daytime Sleepiness Ahead of Medical Check
A CNN segment examined President Trump’s sleep habits and other visible health signs before his visit to Walter Reed. The White House rejected the comments as partisan speculation.
prnewswire.comNational Spelling Bee Moves to Constitution Hall in Washington
The Scripps National Spelling Bee relocated this year from a suburban Maryland convention center to Constitution Hall. Spellers and families noted both the venue's historic setting and added logistical challenges.
citizen.co.zaWorld Cup Preparations Advance as Teams Announce Rosters and Address Injuries
National teams have released 26-player squads for the 2026 tournament. Lionel Messi sustained a hamstring issue, and Iran will base its camp in Mexico.
The New YorkerU.S. and Iran Near Memorandum to Extend Ceasefire and Lift Hormuz Blockade
The United States and Iran have reached the final stages of a memorandum of understanding to extend the current ceasefire by 30 to 60 days and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The framework would lift some U.S. sanctions and unfreeze Iranian assets in exchange for limits on Iran's nu…
FortunePresident Trump Completes Medical Exam at Walter Reed
The president spent more than three hours at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center for preventive medical and dental checkups. The visit marks his fourth publicly disclosed exam since returning to office.
New York PostVice President JD Vance Reports Anti-Fraud Recoveries at White House Event
Vice President JD Vance stated that an anti-fraud task force has referred more than $22 billion in fraudulent small business loans for collection. He also cited additional recoveries and blocks across Medicaid, COVID relief, government contracts, and student aid.
msnbc.comSenate postpones vote on $70 billion budget package
Republican senators postponed action on a roughly $70 billion budget package that includes funding for immigration enforcement. The delay followed objections to a proposed $1.776 billion compensation fund and a separate $1 billion security allocation.
justjared.comTrump Completes Annual Physical at Walter Reed Ahead of 80th Birthday
President Trump said Tuesday he finished his six-month medical exam at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center and that everything checked out perfectly. The visit marks his fourth publicly disclosed exam since returning to office in January 2025.