Trump announces diesel tax relief as fuel costs weigh on US voters
A highway-use waiver for red-dyed diesel and a proposed gasoline tax suspension promise relief, but their implementation and effect on pump prices remain uncertain.
Topic
Donald Trump
The latest NewsJaws reporting on Donald Trump: developments, background and what happens next, with every source linked.
187 NewsJaws reports, latest
187 stories
Oil falls after Trump signals Iran talks progress, with supply risks unresolved
Brent slipped to $103.53 in early Friday trading after Trump's comments on Iran negotiations. Shipping threats and hurricane shutdowns continued to disrupt supplies.
Trump says US will not attack Iran before November midterm elections
The president set a limit on the timing of any new US attack while saying talks with Tehran were productive. He gave no details of the discussions or US policy after the vote.
Trump discloses Nvidia trades ahead of planned science medal for Huang
Reuters reports August Nvidia purchases of up to $1.6 million and sales of up to $1 million. The White House says independent managers make the investment decisions.
Trump says US will not resume Iran strikes before November midterms
The president’s October 8 statement sets a public limit through the November 3 elections, following a report that the Pentagon had prepared options for renewed operations.
Trump says he is considering FBI involvement in Nolan Wells death inquiry
The president said the White House was looking at the possibility after Wells’s family called for a federal investigation. The reports do not establish that the FBI has opened...
Trump backs proposal for presidential retreat at his West Palm Beach golf club
The president likened the proposed retreat to Camp David, but changes to the county-leased club would need local approval and the plan remains unbuilt.
Protesters repeatedly interrupt Trump’s San Antonio rally for Ken Paxton
Donald Trump briefly stepped away from the microphone during a Texas campaign rally marked by repeated interruptions as he urged voters to support Republican Senate candidate...
IllustrationDemocrats sue to stop taxpayer-funded Trump advertisements
The DNC is seeking a federal court order against the advertising campaign after more than $12 million in reported spending, with repayment and a promised funding switch unresolved.
Dundalk voters describe price pressures as Trump promotes Maryland shipyard plan
Residents interviewed in Dundalk, Maryland, described high prices and other concerns ahead of the November midterms. Trump promoted a planned $3.7 billion Anduril shipyard nearby.
DNC sues Trump administration over taxpayer-funded television ads
The party wants a federal court to stop public money paying for ads promoting President Donald Trump. More than $12 million has been spent airing them, according to an estimate...
Trump says he deserves 2026 Nobel Peace Prize ahead of Friday announcement
The US president said he merited the award but expressed doubt about his chances. The Norwegian Nobel Committee is due to announce its decision on 9 October.
IllustrationTrump says he may terminate two advisers over reported Republika Srpska work
Donald Trump says he will ask Chris LaCivita and James Blair about their other clients after reports that they assisted the government of Republika Srpska ahead of an election.
World
Poll finds broad opposition to taxpayer-funded Trump ads as Democrats file suit
A Reuters/Ipsos poll found 86% opposed using public money for election-related ads featuring the president or Cabinet members. Trump says future ads will have private funding...
Trump says he doubts bioweapon link in Russian lab worker's death
The US president said he did not think a bioweapon was involved. The WHO says the cause of the worker's death remains unconfirmed and is seeking more information from Russia.
Trump proclaims Energy Dominance Month as winter heating costs loom
The October 7 declaration renews a 2025 designation but sets out no new household energy relief. Federal forecasts point to higher costs for homes heated with oil and electricity.
Trump plans Putin discussion over Russian lab worker’s death as diagnosis remains unclear
Trump says he expects to speak with Putin about the death of an Irkutsk research worker. The Kremlin says no call is scheduled, while the WHO seeks details from Russia.
Ken Paxton reportedly cited Iran war and fuel prices as problems for Republicans
Audio reported by Axios captures the Texas Senate candidate’s private concerns about costs. His campaign says Texans already know prices are too high.