Trump announces $8 billion in farmer support to offset harvest diesel costs
The Agriculture Department says one-time payments will help farmers facing higher input costs during the 2026 harvest season, with support based on modeled losses.
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Trump blames migrants for France unrest at Kansas rally as protests spread
The US president used the unrest to warn voters about immigration, while reports describe protests driven by living costs, fuel prices and concerns about schools.
Report says investigators obtained DNA in Ilhan Omar immigration probe
Hindustan Times reports that investigators obtained DNA they consider relevant to allegations about the congresswoman’s immigration history. The allegations remain unproven.
Trump says he is open to nuclear talks with Xi and Putin next month
The US president said he would join a three-way meeting if Xi wanted one, but the Kremlin says no meeting or agenda has been agreed.
Judge signals longer halt on tree clearing at Trump’s planned Washington golf course renovation
Judge Ana Reyes said a halt on further tree cutting at East Potomac Golf Links likely needs to continue, while administration witnesses said they knew of no concrete closure...
Trump renews call to rename New Mexico ‘New America’
The president said a new name would raise incomes, home values and pride. New Mexico has announced no name change, and its governor rejected his earlier proposal.
IllustrationTrump approval falls to 31% in Reuters/Ipsos poll before midterms
A four-day survey found the lowest approval rating of either of Donald Trump’s presidential terms in the poll, alongside a 12-point Democratic lead on a national congressional...
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Trump heads to Kansas rally as farm costs weigh on some Republican voters
President Donald Trump is expected to address a Kansas rally on October 19 as farmers describe rising costs and some Republican voters voice frustration ahead of the midterms.
IllustrationTrump signs women’s health order creating White House task force and NIH division
The White House says the order, led by First Lady Melania Trump, aims to coordinate research and bring findings into clinical care across women’s lives.
Oil prices fall after Trump waives Russia sanctions, with Middle East supply risks still high
Brent and US crude fell by about 2% on Monday after a US waiver of Russia-related sanctions. Disruption around the Strait of Hormuz remains a concern for traders.
Ukraine warns proposed Putin-Trump-Xi summit could encourage Russia to continue war
Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha says talks about ending the war should include Ukraine. The proposed three-way meeting has no confirmed date or agenda.
Putin proposes Trump and Xi summit in China to discuss Ukraine, WSJ reports
Kremlin has suggested talks on the sidelines of APEC in Shenzhen next month, with Putin seeking terms that favour Moscow; Trump has not agreed.
Oil prices ease as Trump waives Russia sanctions for 60 days
The waiver covers sanctions and tariffs under the Graham Act, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio citing the need to analyse economic impacts, while the UK says it takes a...
Bessent defends Russia sanctions waiver, sidesteps question on Ukraine alliance
The US Treasury secretary challenged Zelenskyy’s criticism of Trump’s waiver while listing ways Washington still supports Ukraine.
Trump endorses Netanyahu ahead of close Israeli election on 27 October
The US president backed Israel’s prime minister after months of declining to do so. Polls suggest Netanyahu’s coalition could lose its majority, but the endorsement’s effect on...
IllustrationTrump plans 15-month closure of East Potomac Golf Links amid court challenge
The president says the public Washington course will close on November 15 for a championship redesign, while a lawsuit over the project remains before a federal judge.
Chris Wright says Russia sanctions waiver could encourage an energy ceasefire
The US energy secretary defended President Donald Trump’s decision to pause new penalties, arguing that Russia would have to change its conduct to benefit from diesel exports.
Republicans emphasize cultural issues in the final stretch of the midterm campaign
Republicans are using disputes over sports, immigration and socialism to argue that Democrats are too extreme to control Congress. Some Democratic candidates are answering...