Donald Trump commented on the Democrats' victory in the gubernatorial elections in Virginia and New Jersey, as well as in the New York mayoral election. He attributed the Republican defeat to the government shutdown and the absence of his name on the ballots.
The Democratic Party won the first major elections in the US since Donald Trump's return to the presidency. They won key races for mayor of New York and governors of Virginia and New Jersey.
A group of US senators is confident that the government shutdown could end this week, likely on Thursday. Republicans and Democrats have different views on resolving the situation.
At the University of Mississippi, Vice President J. D. Vance embraced Erika Kirk, the widow of the slain activist Charlie Kirk. This episode sparked a heated discussion on social media, where Erika's behavior and her words about Vance's resemblance to her late husband were criticized.
Former US Vice President Dick Cheney has died at the age of 84. He served as Vice President from 2001 to 2009.
A group of Democrats and Republicans in the US House of Representatives has presented a compromise proposal to overcome the month-long government shutdown. The initiative provides for a two-year extension of increased tax credits for insurance premiums under the Affordable Care Act.
In an interview with CBS News, Donald Trump pulled out a list of 8 "ended wars" that he allegedly completed in 8 months. Critics questioned his claims.
US President Donald Trump responded to reports about a possible third term bid, saying that many people want him to participate, but he is not thinking about it yet. He also positively characterized a number of Republicans who are named among potential candidates.
US President Donald Trump described the leaders of the Kremlin and China as "tough and smart leaders" who must be treated with utmost seriousness. He noted that negotiations with them are "not easy," considering them serious adversaries.
US President Donald Trump stated that he is not participating in discussions regarding frozen Russian assets. According to him, Europe and Russia are negotiating on this issue.
Former US President Barack Obama openly criticized current President Trump at a rally.
US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard announced in the Middle East that America's strategy of "regime change or nation-building" has ended under President Donald Trump. This highlights new US priorities in the region, focused on economic prosperity and stability.
American actor Harrison Ford criticized US President Donald Trump for his attacks on measures to address the climate crisis, calling him one of the worst criminals in history. Ford stated that Trump's policy aimed at dismantling climate initiatives scares him to death.
US President Donald Trump denied Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban relief from sanctions against Russian oil. Orban requested an exemption from the sanctions, but Trump did not grant the waiver.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine recommended that citizens in Tanzania avoid mass gatherings and follow the recommendations of local authorities due to protests. In case of danger, Ukrainians should contact embassies or the MFA hotline.
Despite the US government shutdown, Donald Trump and his wife hosted a large-scale Halloween celebration near the White House, attended by children and adults.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said China would buy 12 million tons of soybeans from the US by January as part of a deal struck by President Trump with Xi Jinping. This will allow American farmers to prosper.
US President Donald Trump said he had a very serious discussion about Russia's war against Ukraine with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in South Korea. The leaders agreed to work together on a solution to the issue.
Donald Trump stated that the US Constitution does not allow him to run for a third presidential term, despite his high political support. House Speaker Mike Johnson also confirmed the impossibility of amending the Constitution for this purpose.
More than 60% of respondents do not support the construction of a ballroom in the White House, while 25% support Donald Trump's idea. The new premises are intended for official celebrations and state events.
Donald Trump's media firm, Trump Media & Technology Group Corp. , in partnership with Crypto.com, is launching Truth Predict on Truth Social. This product will allow users to bet on future events, such as election results and sports competitions, competing with Kalshi and Polymarket.
US President Donald Trump will tighten sanctions against Russia to force Putin to the negotiating table to end the war in Ukraine. US Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker said this is just the beginning of pressure on the Russian Federation.
A coalition of 25 states and the District of Columbia has filed a lawsuit in Boston federal court, seeking to block the Donald Trump administration from suspending food aid payments starting November 1. The lawsuit was filed after the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced it would not use $6 billion from a reserve fund to finance the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
Donald Trump's nominee for US Surgeon General, Casey Means, is preparing to defend her qualifications in the Senate due to a lack of licensure and ties to functional medicine. She will emphasize her extensive practical experience and focus on preventing chronic diseases.
Elon Musk's political activism and his support for Donald Trump have led to significant losses for Tesla. A Yale University study showed that the company missed out on over a million sales since October 2022.
Donald Trump named Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Vice President JD Vance as leading contenders for the 2028 US presidential nomination. He also stated that he is keeping the door open for his own candidacy.
Over 60% of grades at Harvard are "excellent," which has raised concerns among university leadership. Dean Amanda Claybaugh has urged faculty to limit the excessive awarding of top marks.
After long disputes and strained relations, Elon Musk and Donald Trump have started communicating again, the American president said.
The Trump administration has informed its German counterparts that it is considering granting a non-renewable, limited general license for Rosneft Deutschland.
Trump confirmed he had an MRI during a medical examination but declined to disclose the reason. His doctor noted that the examination was part of preparations for upcoming foreign trips.
