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Trump-Xi Meeting to Address Soybean Crisis Amid Ongoing US-China Trade Tensions
Oct 02, 2025 09:47 am CST
President Trump plans to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping in four weeks, focusing on reviving US soybean exports to China. American farmers have faced significant losses as China's 20% retaliatory tariffs have eliminated sales in the current crop year, allowing Brazil and Argentina to capture market share. The American Soybean Association warns that farmers are being shut out of their largest export market ahead of the 2025 harvest, continuing a pattern that previously caused $27 billion in agricultural export losses during Trump's first term.
Trump Forces Netanyahu to Apologize to Qatar Over Controversial Hamas Strike: Inside the Diplomatic Maneuver
Oct 02, 2025 02:44 am CST
A striking diplomatic moment unfolded in the Oval Office as President Trump facilitated a critical apology from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to Qatar over a controversial airstrike. The carefully choreographed call, captured in an iconic black-and-white photograph, shows Trump maintaining oversight while Netanyahu reads what appears to be a scripted apology for violating Qatari sovereignty during a September 9 operation targeting Hamas officials. The incident highlights shifting power dynamics in Middle Eastern diplomacy and Trump's strategic move to reinstate Qatar as a ceasefire mediator while strengthening US-Qatar security commitments.
Trump Jokes About COVID When Health Secretary Kennedy Sneezes During Pfizer Drug Price Announcement
Oct 01, 2025 03:39 pm CST
During a White House briefing on prescription drug costs, President Trump jokingly requested Paxlovid when Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr sneezed behind him. The meeting also featured announcements about a Pfizer tariff exemption and the launch of "TrumpRx," a new government website designed to reduce medication costs for Americans by eliminating middlemen in the pharmaceutical supply chain.
Trump Announces Major Pfizer Deal to Lower US Drug Prices After Humorous COVID Moment in Oval Office
Oct 01, 2025 03:39 pm CST
President Trump unveiled a groundbreaking agreement with Pfizer aimed at reducing prescription drug costs in the US, during a White House briefing that featured a lighthearted moment when Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr sneezed nearby. The deal includes a new "TrumpRx" platform allowing direct consumer purchases from Pfizer, bypassing middlemen, while also granting the company a three-year exemption from recently announced pharmaceutical tariffs.
Hamas Officials Confirm No Receipt of Trump's Gaza Peace Proposal
Sep 30, 2025 09:08 am CST
A senior Hamas representative has confirmed to AFP that the Palestinian militant group has not yet received the Gaza peace plan proposed by US President Donald Trump, stating they will thoroughly review and respond once the proposal is delivered. The statement came following a joint news conference between Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House.
Netanyahu Apologizes to Qatar for Doha Attack During White House Meeting with Trump
Sep 30, 2025 02:41 am CST
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu formally apologized to Qatar's leader for an Israeli attack in Doha during a three-way call facilitated by US President Donald Trump at the White House. The conversation addressed Gaza war peace proposals and emphasized improved relations between the countries as Netanyahu committed to respecting Qatari sovereignty in the future.
US Government Shutdown Looms as Trump Meets Congressional Leaders in Last-Ditch Negotiations
Sep 29, 2025 11:45 pm CST
President Trump is meeting with key congressional leaders at the White House in a final attempt to prevent a US government shutdown as the Tuesday deadline approaches. Without an agreement, hundreds of thousands of federal employees will go unpaid and essential services will be disrupted, with both parties attempting to leverage the crisis for their policy priorities.
Trump Orders Military Deployment to Portland Despite Local Officials' Opposition and City's Peaceful Reality
Sep 28, 2025 02:09 pm CST
President Trump has announced plans to deploy troops to Portland, Oregon to protect ICE facilities from alleged "domestic terrorists," despite strong opposition from Governor Tina Kotek and local officials who insist the city is peaceful and managing its own affairs effectively. This controversial decision comes as Portland data shows decreased crime rates and increased downtown activity, contradicting Trump's portrayal of a "war ravaged" city.
Trump Demands Microsoft Fire Former Biden Official Lisa Monaco Over National Security Concerns
Sep 27, 2025 09:00 am CST
President Donald Trump has called for Microsoft to terminate Lisa Monaco, its head of global affairs and former deputy attorney general under Biden, citing national security concerns related to her access to sensitive information through Microsoft's government contracts. This demand follows a pattern of actions against political opponents, including the recent indictment of former FBI Director James Comey.
India Refutes NATO Chief's Claims About Modi-Putin Conversation on Ukraine Strategy
Sep 26, 2025 07:47 pm CST
India's Ministry of External Affairs has strongly denied NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte's claim that Prime Minister Modi contacted President Putin regarding US tariffs, calling the statement "entirely baseless" and urging greater responsibility from NATO leadership. The controversy emerges amid improving India-US relations following recent diplomatic engagements and trade discussions.