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US says Chinese actions off Taiwan are 'deeply destabilising' - Reuters
US says Chinese actions off Taiwan are 'deeply destabilising' Reuters
October 10, 2026Trump's plans for massive arch move ahead
Opposition to building the 250-foot arch, and using it for military purposes, is growing with one Democrat blasting Trump's plans as "foolhardy".
September 25, 2026A frail-looking McConnell returns to the US Senate after three-month absence - Reuters
A frail-looking McConnell returns to the US Senate after three-month absence Reuters
September 14, 2026Oil prices hit $100 for the first time since May
The price of Brent crude rose more than 6% on Thursday as the war in the Middle East continues to escalate.
July 23, 2026In Trump's shadow, Vance becomes face of Iran deal
His fierce defence of the Iran plan amid mounting criticism comes as speculation intensifies about a possible 2028 presidential run.
June 19, 2026Exclusive: Democrats press Trump administration over “pay-to-play” pardons - Reuters
Exclusive: Democrats press Trump administration over “pay-to-play” pardons Reuters
June 15, 2026Trump names James McDonald as US attorney for Manhattan - Reuters
Trump names James McDonald as US attorney for Manhattan Reuters
June 13, 2026Trump's grand sporting season begins with UFC fights on White House lawn - Reuters
Trump's grand sporting season begins with UFC fights on White House lawn Reuters
June 12, 2026Taking Kharg Island would pose risks for US troops - Reuters
Taking Kharg Island would pose risks for US troops Reuters
June 11, 2026Nvidia hires veteran lobbyist Bruce Andrews to head government affairs - Reuters
Nvidia hires veteran lobbyist Bruce Andrews to head government affairs Reuters
June 11, 2026Police investigate '8647' written in grass on US national mall
"Eighty-six" is a slang term for "get rid of". Some US officials claim the numbers are meant to encourage violence against Trump, the 47th president.
June 11, 2026Trump: 'I love the inflation'
The president also revealed that the US is 'taking out' millions of barrels of oil from Iran, saying Tehran didn't know 'until right now'.
June 10, 2026Health experts to screen US wastewater for disease outbreaks during World Cup - Reuters
Health experts to screen US wastewater for disease outbreaks during World Cup Reuters
June 8, 2026US Senate approves $70bn for Trump immigration agencies
The package to fund agencies including ICE until the end of Trump's term had face Democratic opposition over immigration agents killing two US citizens.
June 5, 2026'Stupid on stilts' - Trump's investigation compensation fund draws ire of Republicans
The $1.8bn (£1.3bn) fund compensates individuals "unfairly" investigated under previous presidents.
May 22, 2026Trump wants new Fed chair to be 'totally independent'
The US president piled major pressure on Kevin Warsh's predecessor to cut interest rates.
May 22, 2026Police officers who guarded Capitol sue to block Trump's $1.8 billion 'slush fund' - Reuters
Police officers who guarded Capitol sue to block Trump's $1.8 billion 'slush fund' Reuters
May 20, 2026Trump-backed faith event features conservative Christians as critics decry blurring of church-state lines - Reuters
Trump-backed faith event features conservative Christians as critics decry blurring of church-state lines Reuters
May 17, 2026US House narrowly rejects bid to rein in Trump Iran war powers - Reuters
US House narrowly rejects bid to rein in Trump Iran war powers Reuters
May 14, 2026US scraps deployment of 4,000 troops to Poland - Reuters
US scraps deployment of 4,000 troops to Poland Reuters
May 14, 2026IMF says constructive US-China dialogue, reduced tensions good for world economy - Reuters
IMF says constructive US-China dialogue, reduced tensions good for world economy Reuters
May 14, 2026Trump says stopping Iran's nuclear program outweighs Americans' economic pain - Reuters
Trump says stopping Iran's nuclear program outweighs Americans' economic pain Reuters
May 13, 2026Man accused of attempting to assassinate Trump pleads not guilty - Reuters
Man accused of attempting to assassinate Trump pleads not guilty Reuters
May 11, 2026Hovering objects and flashing lights: what we learned from UFO documents released by the Pentagon
The US has published transcripts, video clips and audio recordings about unidentified flying objects, also called unidentified anomalous phenomena.
May 8, 2026A year into papacy, Leo finds his 'clarion voice' - Reuters
A year into papacy, Leo finds his 'clarion voice' Reuters
May 6, 2026US adds officer-assault charge against suspect in Trump assassination attempt - Reuters
US adds officer-assault charge against suspect in Trump assassination attempt Reuters
May 5, 2026FAA contractor charged with making threat against Trump - Reuters
FAA contractor charged with making threat against Trump Reuters
May 5, 2026US says Iran ceasefire holds despite exchange of fire over Strait of Hormuz - Reuters
US says Iran ceasefire holds despite exchange of fire over Strait of Hormuz Reuters
May 5, 2026US Attorney Pirro says Fed IG's findings will dictate future of her Powell probe - Reuters
US Attorney Pirro says Fed IG's findings will dictate future of her Powell probe Reuters
May 3, 2026US bypasses congressional review for military sales of $8.6 billion to Middle East allies - Reuters
US bypasses congressional review for military sales of $8.6 billion to Middle East allies Reuters
May 1, 2026New footage shows how Trump dinner gunman charged through security in four seconds
The CCTV shows an officer draw a firearm and open fire as the suspect sprints past.
May 1, 2026US Congress passes 45-day surveillance law extension - Reuters
US Congress passes 45-day surveillance law extension Reuters
April 30, 2026US House votes to end government shutdown over immigration operations
The vote provides funding for most Department of Homeland Security agencies, except for two subagencies responsible for immigration enforcement.
April 30, 2026Trump signs bill to fund DHS agencies - Reuters
Trump signs bill to fund DHS agencies Reuters
April 30, 2026Trump names Nicole Saphier as Surgeon General pick, withdraws Means - Reuters
Trump names Nicole Saphier as Surgeon General pick, withdraws Means Reuters
April 30, 2026Trump pulls surgeon general pick after nomination stalls
Trump also named his third pick for the role. doctor and Fox News contributor Nicole Saphier.
April 30, 2026Senators propose legislation to tighten US ban on Chinese vehicles - Reuters
Senators propose legislation to tighten US ban on Chinese vehicles Reuters
April 29, 2026Supreme Court leans toward Trump's move targeting Haitian and Syrian immigrants - Reuters
Supreme Court leans toward Trump's move targeting Haitian and Syrian immigrants Reuters
April 29, 2026Former FBI director James Comey charged with threatening Trump's life
The indictment stems from a 2025 photo of seashells posted by Comey on social media that the justice department says is a call to violence against Trump.
April 28, 2026US regulator to review Disney broadcast licences after Jimmy Kimmel joke about Melania Trump
The move comes as the White House pressures Disney-owned ABC to fire Kimmel after he called Melania an "expectant widow".
April 28, 2026Inside Trump press dinner shooting suspect's court appearance
BBC reports from Washington DC, where Cole Tomas Allen was charged with attempting to assassinate Donald Trump.
April 28, 2026King to defend 'democratic values' as US state visit begins
King Charles will address the US Congress on Tuesday and it is expected to express sympathy over Saturday's gun attack.
April 28, 2026In pictures: King Charles and Queen Camilla begin US state visit
King Charles III and Queen Camilla were greeted by a military band and honour guard as they arrived for their four-day state visit.
April 28, 2026Suspect charged with attempted assassination of Trump at Washington dinner
Investigators say the 31-year-old California man wanted to kill as many high-level officials as possible.
April 28, 2026Melania Trump urges ABC to 'take stand' on Jimmy Kimmel after widow joke
In a parody aired days before the White House Correspondents' Dinner, Kimmel called Melania an "expectant widow".
April 27, 2026Neighbours of White House correspondents' dinner shooting suspect react
Cole Tomas Allen, 31, from Torrance, California, is said to have worked for a tutoring company for college age students.
April 27, 2026Washington Hilton says it was using Secret Service protocols on night of attack - Reuters
Washington Hilton says it was using Secret Service protocols on night of attack Reuters
April 27, 2026Performer describes locking eyes with Trump as they ducked for cover during shooting
Oz Pearlman - a self-described "mentalist" - was speaking to Trump, First Lady Melania Trump and press secretary Karoline Leavitt as the attack happened.
April 27, 2026White House dinner shooting prompts scrutiny of Trump security arrangements - Reuters
White House dinner shooting prompts scrutiny of Trump security arrangements Reuters
April 26, 2026Trump and officials 'likely' targets of press dinner shooting suspect, authorities believe
The suspect is expected to be charged with assault of a federal officer and using a firearm during a crime of violence, officials have said.
April 26, 2026Washington hotel shooting raises questions about Trump security
The shooting at the White House correspondents' dinner is the third time in three years Trump has been at the centre of a major security incident.
April 26, 2026US Senator Tillis says he's ready to advance confirmation of Warsh as Fed chair - Reuters
US Senator Tillis says he's ready to advance confirmation of Warsh as Fed chair Reuters
April 26, 2026Trump calls suspect in press dinner attack 'pretty sick guy' whose views alarmed relatives - Reuters
Trump calls suspect in press dinner attack 'pretty sick guy' whose views alarmed relatives Reuters
April 26, 2026Acting US attorney general says WHCD suspect was likely targeting Trump administration officials - Reuters
Acting US attorney general says WHCD suspect was likely targeting Trump administration officials Reuters
April 26, 2026Who is Cole Tomas Allen, the suspect in the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting? - Reuters
Who is Cole Tomas Allen, the suspect in the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting? Reuters
April 26, 2026How the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner unfolded - Reuters
How the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner unfolded Reuters
April 26, 2026Video shows correspondents' dinner suspect charge checkpoint
Surveillance video released by Donald Trump shows the suspect running past metal detectors as security agents draw their guns.
April 26, 2026What it was like in the room as shots rang out at correspondents' dinner
The BBC's Gary O'Donoghue describes the moment he and others dived for cover as shots rang out at the venue.
April 26, 2026Moment Trump rushed from White House Correspondents' Dinner after gunshots heard
The US president was midway through a conversation before loud bangs rang out at the venue and he was quickly escorted to safety.
April 26, 2026Trump safe after being rushed from White House correspondents dinner, shooter in custody - Reuters
Trump safe after being rushed from White House correspondents dinner, shooter in custody Reuters
April 26, 2026Meeting with the King would 'demonstrate human dignity', says Epstein survivor
A Buckingham Palace source confirmed the Royals will not meet with survivors of sex offender Jeffrey Epstein during their state visit to the US.
April 24, 2026Trump says will be looking into banks regarding Los Angeles wildfires - Reuters
Trump says will be looking into banks regarding Los Angeles wildfires Reuters
April 23, 2026Warner Bros shareholders approve Paramount's $111bn takeover
The approval came as Donald Trump is to attend a dinner with billionaire Paramount backers the Ellisons.
April 23, 2026US Senate clears key hurdle in bid to fund two immigration agencies
The measure now requires approval from the House if lawmakers are to succeed at fully reopening the government.
April 23, 2026Democratic congresswoman resigns after campaign finance charges
An investigation found she committed more than 20 ethics violations, including breaking campaign finance laws.
April 22, 2026Archbishop of Canterbury backs Pope Leo after spat with Trump - Reuters
Archbishop of Canterbury backs Pope Leo after spat with Trump Reuters
April 16, 2026JD Vance defends backing 'great guy' Orbán's campaign after landslide defeat
Hungary's leader was a "great guy" who did a "very good job", the US vice-president said, but he was sure he could work with Péter Magyar.
April 14, 2026US Representative Swalwell to quit Congress following sexual misconduct allegations - Reuters
US Representative Swalwell to quit Congress following sexual misconduct allegations Reuters
April 13, 2026Anthropic talking to the Trump administration about its next AI model, co-founder says - Reuters
Anthropic talking to the Trump administration about its next AI model, co-founder says Reuters
April 13, 2026US judge blocks Arizona criminal case against Kalshi at CFTC's request - Reuters
US judge blocks Arizona criminal case against Kalshi at CFTC's request Reuters
April 10, 2026Why is Melania Trump speaking out about Epstein now?
The first lady denied connections to the late convicted sex offender, telling reporters any claims linking the two "need to end".
April 10, 2026White House confident Warsh will lead Fed in May - Reuters
White House confident Warsh will lead Fed in May Reuters
April 9, 2026Watch: BBC asks Artemis II crew a question in space
The BBC’s Science Editor Rebecca Morelle has spoken to the Artemis II crew ahead of their likely splashdown on Saturday.
April 9, 2026DHS says US could stop processing international travelers at some airports in 'sanctuary cities' - Reuters
DHS says US could stop processing international travelers at some airports in 'sanctuary cities' Reuters
April 7, 2026US Secret Service investigates reports of gunfire near White House
Officials said "a heightened security posture is in place", but no injuries were reported and no suspects had been identified.
April 6, 2026Washington planning commission to vote Thursday on Trump's ballroom project - Reuters
Washington planning commission to vote Thursday on Trump's ballroom project Reuters
April 2, 2026White House ballroom project to include 'massive' military complex - Reuters
White House ballroom project to include 'massive' military complex Reuters
March 30, 2026House Republicans reject Senate deal, prolonging partial government shutdown
Airport security agents have not been paid in more than a month due to a congressional impasse, causing travel chaos across the US.
March 28, 2026Trump orders TSA agents paid after House rejects deal - Reuters
Trump orders TSA agents paid after House rejects deal Reuters
March 27, 2026'It's absolutely beautiful': DC's cherry blossoms burst into peak bloom
A period of warm weather in Washington DC helped blossoms reach a peak bloom before April 1 for the seventh year in a row.
March 27, 2026White House rejects Elon Musk offer to cover TSA worker pay, CBS News reports - Reuters
White House rejects Elon Musk offer to cover TSA worker pay, CBS News reports Reuters
March 25, 2026'Helpful' and 'scary': Travellers react to ICE agents at airports
Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents have been deployed to US airports to assist TSA during the partial government shutdown.
March 24, 2026Senate approves Trump's Homeland nominee with immigration crackdown under scrutiny - Reuters
Senate approves Trump's Homeland nominee with immigration crackdown under scrutiny Reuters
March 24, 2026Pentagon adopts new press restrictions after court order against previous limits - Reuters
Pentagon adopts new press restrictions after court order against previous limits Reuters
March 23, 2026Trump threatens Iran with power plant strikes over Hormuz oil blockade - Reuters
Trump threatens Iran with power plant strikes over Hormuz oil blockade Reuters
March 22, 2026Pentagon restrictions on press violate First Amendment, judge rules
The Department of Defense had required reporters to agree to certain rules on what information they could gather in order to maintain access to the Pentagon.
March 21, 2026Trump threatens to put ICE agents in airports over funding impasse - Reuters
Trump threatens to put ICE agents in airports over funding impasse Reuters
March 21, 2026Top US counterterrorism official resigns over Iran war, urging Trump to 'reverse course'
National Counterterrorism Center Director Joe Kent says Trump "started this war due to pressure from Israel and its powerful American lobby".
March 17, 2026US National Counterterrorism Center director resigns over war in Iran - Reuters
US National Counterterrorism Center director resigns over war in Iran Reuters
March 17, 2026Trump says Putin may be helping Iran a bit - Reuters
Trump says Putin may be helping Iran a bit Reuters
March 13, 2026US Senate fails to end standoff over funding Homeland Security, airport screening - Reuters
US Senate fails to end standoff over funding Homeland Security, airport screening Reuters
March 12, 2026US safety board to hold hearing on two fatal Ford crashes - Reuters
US safety board to hold hearing on two fatal Ford crashes Reuters
March 11, 2026Alexander Butterfield, who revealed Nixon Watergate tapes, dies aged 99
He disclosed then-President Richard Nixon had a recording system in the Oval Office.
March 10, 2026Iran says oil blockade will continue until attacks end, Trump threatens to escalate strikes - Reuters
Iran says oil blockade will continue until attacks end, Trump threatens to escalate strikes Reuters
March 10, 2026US skips congressional review to approve munitions sale to Israel - Reuters
US skips congressional review to approve munitions sale to Israel Reuters
March 7, 2026After Iran, will Trump turn his eyes to Cuba?
During a White House event with the Inter Miami CF soccer team, the US president said the island was “ready to fall”.
March 6, 2026Pokémon condemns White House for using its imagery
The company says its "mission is not affiliated with any political viewpoint or agenda," in response to the latest White House meme.
March 6, 2026Trump: want to finish Iran then Cuba 'question of time' - Reuters
Trump: want to finish Iran then Cuba 'question of time' Reuters
March 5, 2026Iran launches wave of missiles at Israel; US Republicans block measure to halt US air campaign - Reuters
Iran launches wave of missiles at Israel; US Republicans block measure to halt US air campaign Reuters
March 5, 2026Top Republican in Congress shrugs off economic risks of Iran war ahead of U.S. midterms - Reuters
Top Republican in Congress shrugs off economic risks of Iran war ahead of U.S. midterms Reuters
March 4, 2026China touts high-tech push as rivalry with US intensifies - Reuters
China touts high-tech push as rivalry with US intensifies Reuters
March 4, 2026White House submits Warsh nomination as Fed chair to Senate - Reuters
White House submits Warsh nomination as Fed chair to Senate Reuters
March 4, 2026US lawmakers set to vote on war powers as Iran conflict widens - Reuters
US lawmakers set to vote on war powers as Iran conflict widens Reuters
March 4, 2026Attack on Iran could buoy Trump in talks with China's Xi - Reuters
Attack on Iran could buoy Trump in talks with China's Xi Reuters
March 3, 2026Bill Clinton asked about hot tub photo and testifies he knew 'nothing' of Epstein crimes
The former president told the committe that he would never have flown on Epstein's plane if he "had any inkling of what he was doing".
February 28, 2026Trump 'not thrilled' with Iran after latest talks on nuclear programme
President Trump said he was not happy with Iran's stance, but had not yet decided whether to attack.
February 27, 2026Trump says of Iran: Sometimes you have to use force - Reuters
Trump says of Iran: Sometimes you have to use force Reuters
February 27, 2026White House envoys disappointed after morning talks with Iranians, Axios reports - Reuters
White House envoys disappointed after morning talks with Iranians, Axios reports Reuters
February 26, 2026Hillary Clinton tells congressional panel she has no information on Epstein - Reuters
Hillary Clinton tells congressional panel she has no information on Epstein Reuters
February 26, 2026US tariff rate to hit 15% or more for some nations, USTR says - Reuters
US tariff rate to hit 15% or more for some nations, USTR says Reuters
February 25, 2026Martin Short's daughter Katherine dies at 42
The actor says his daughter "will be remembered for the light and joy she brought into the world".
February 25, 2026Analysis: Trump's main themes and who he hoped to win over
Daniel Bush takes a closer look at Trump's focus on the economy and immigration during his State of the Union address.
February 25, 2026Key moments from Trump's big speech
A Democratic ejection and a patriotic parade by ice hockey players were among the colourful moments during the State of the Union address.
February 25, 2026Trump's new tariff comes into effect at lower than expected rate
The global levy comes in at 10%, lower than the rate the president had threatened at the weekend.
February 24, 2026What to know about Trump's State of the Union address
The US president's address to Congress will feature high-profile guests, policy promises and reflections on his first year back in office.
February 24, 2026Exclusive: Trump eyes Pentagon AI program for trade block's minerals pricing, sources say - Reuters
Exclusive: Trump eyes Pentagon AI program for trade block's minerals pricing, sources say Reuters
February 24, 2026Morning Bid: Trump fumes against the world as his tariffs come up short - Reuters
Morning Bid: Trump fumes against the world as his tariffs come up short Reuters
February 24, 2026What to watch for during Trump's State of the Union address
BBC Washington correspondent Daniel Bush on who may skip the speech, why the president is fuming at the Supreme Court, and what policies could, or couldn’t, be in for a shake‑up.
February 23, 2026Judge blocks release of Smith's report on Trump classified documents case
The ruling says that releasing the report would cause "irreparable damage" to Trump and violate "basic notions of fairness and justice".
February 23, 2026FBI director defends Winter Olympics celebration with USA hockey team
Patel's trip came the same day as an armed intruder was shot at the president's Florida resort.
February 23, 2026Morning Bid: Counting the cost of tariff chaos - Reuters
Morning Bid: Counting the cost of tariff chaos Reuters
February 23, 2026Armed man killed after entering secure perimeter of Trump's residence, Secret Service says
The suspect was carrying a shotgun and fuel can when he was killed, officers said. Trump was in Washington DC at the time.
February 22, 2026US reverses course and will keep TSA PreCheck program operational - Reuters
US reverses course and will keep TSA PreCheck program operational Reuters
February 22, 2026Law enforcement kills armed man seeking to enter Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort, officials say - Reuters
Law enforcement kills armed man seeking to enter Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort, officials say Reuters
February 22, 2026JPMorgan says it closed Trump's bank accounts a month after Jan. 6 attack - Reuters
JPMorgan says it closed Trump's bank accounts a month after Jan. 6 attack Reuters
February 21, 2026Trump meets Vietnam leader, vows to remove Hanoi from restricted lists - Reuters
Trump meets Vietnam leader, vows to remove Hanoi from restricted lists Reuters
February 21, 2026Supreme Court checks Trump's expansive view of executive power - Reuters
Supreme Court checks Trump's expansive view of executive power Reuters
February 21, 2026IOC chief Coventry says unaware of Infantino's presence at Board of Peace meeting, will look into matter - Reuters
IOC chief Coventry says unaware of Infantino's presence at Board of Peace meeting, will look into matter Reuters
February 20, 2026New cybersecurity rules for US defense industry create barrier for some small suppliers - Reuters
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February 20, 2026US Labor Secretary's husband barred from department over sexual assault allegations, NYT reports - Reuters
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February 20, 2026New Mexico reopens criminal inquiry into Jeffrey Epstein's Zorro Ranch
The initial investigation was closed in 2019 but prosecutors say that new revelations "warrant further examination".
February 20, 2026