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‘Nothing will ever be perfect’: Trump touches on immigration crackdown and Hegseth in Atlantic interview

‘Nothing will ever be perfect’: Trump touches on immigration crackdown and Hegseth in Atlantic interview

‘Nothing will ever be perfect’: Trump touches on immigration crackdown and Hegseth in Atlantic interview
Business|Opinion

Inside The Atlantic magazine's circuitous route to interviews with Trump

At first President Trump granted The Atlantic magazine an interview

Inside The Atlantic magazine's circuitous route to interviews with Trump
Crime|Election|Political|US|World

Former Jan. 6 prosecutor warns Trump's pardons could encourage future political violence

A former supervisor of the team that prosecuted the 1,500 plus people charged in the attack on the U.S. Capitol says he fears President Donald Trump's pardons could embolden right-wing extremists and encourage future political violence

Former Jan. 6 prosecutor warns Trump's pardons could encourage future political violence
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

Trump administration is sending ‘a message to chill the judiciary’ with Wisconsin judge’s arrest, her peer says

Trump administration is sending ‘a message to chill the judiciary’ with Wisconsin judge’s arrest, her peer says

Trump administration is sending ‘a message to chill the judiciary’ with Wisconsin judge’s arrest, her peer says
Europe|Political|US|World

Trump criticizes Putin after meeting with Zelensky: ‘Maybe he doesn’t want to stop the war’

Trump criticizes Putin after meeting with Zelensky: ‘Maybe he doesn’t want to stop the war’

Trump criticizes Putin after meeting with Zelensky: ‘Maybe he doesn’t want to stop the war’
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US judge blocks Trump from ending union bargaining for many federal workers

A federal judge on Friday temporarily blocked the administration of President Donald Trump from stripping hundreds of thousands of federal employees of the ability to

US judge blocks Trump from ending union bargaining for many federal workers
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

Attorney General Bondi rescinds Biden-era protections for journalists in leak investigations

Attorney General Bondi rescinds Biden-era protections for journalists in leak investigations

Attorney General Bondi rescinds Biden-era protections for journalists in leak investigations
Economy|Education|Health|Political

Trump's 2026 budget proposal plans billions in cuts, New York Times reports

President Donald Trump's administration aims to cut billions of dollars from programs that support child care, health research, education and housing in its fiscal 2026 budget proposal, the

Trump's 2026 budget proposal plans billions in cuts, New York Times reports
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Stocks rise with tech-related shares, notch weekly gains; dollar up

Most stock indexes climbed on Friday, with Wall Street buoyed by technology-related shares, while the dollar had its first weekly rise in over a month as

Stocks rise with tech-related shares, notch weekly gains; dollar up
Political|US|World

US National Security Council thinned by recent firings, sources say

At least 20 people have been fired from the White House National Security Council in recent weeks, a broader exodus than previously reported, leaving parts of

US National Security Council thinned by recent firings, sources say
Business|Political|Technology|US

Trump offers private dinner to the top investors in his meme coin

Trump offers private dinner to the top investors in his meme coin

Trump offers private dinner to the top investors in his meme coin
Political|US

Trump will hold a rally in Michigan next week to mark his first 100 days in office

President Donald Trump will travel to Michigan next week to celebrate his first 100 days in office

Trump will hold a rally in Michigan next week to mark his first 100 days in office
Political|US|World

Trump to hold Michigan rally next week to mark first 100 days

President Donald Trump will hold a rally in Michigan on Tuesday to celebrate his first 100 days in office, the White House said.

Trump to hold Michigan rally next week to mark first 100 days
Business|Lifestyle|Political|US

Trump is putting his 'touches' on the White House with flagpoles, art and an Oval Office overhaul

President Donald Trump is putting his “touches” on the White House with new flagpoles, new artwork and a complete redecoration of the Oval Office

Trump is putting his 'touches' on the White House with flagpoles, art and an Oval Office overhaul
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US

Trump's cabinet ready to take back power with Musk stepping back, sources say

Members of President Donald Trump's cabinet will likely move to limit the influence of Department of Government Efficiency employees and

Trump's cabinet ready to take back power with Musk stepping back, sources say
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

US calls EU fines on Apple and Meta 'economic extortion'

The White House said on Wednesday that fines on Apple and Meta Platforms by the European Union were a "novel form of economic extortion" that

US calls EU fines on Apple and Meta 'economic extortion'
Political|US|World

Ukraine's Zelenskiy moving in wrong direction on peace talks, White House says

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Ukraine's Zelenskiy moving in wrong direction on peace talks, White House says
Business|Political|Technology

Elon Musk’s government role gets even murkier

Elon Musk’s government role gets even murkier

Elon Musk’s government role gets even murkier
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

White House would consider cutting China tariffs as part of talks, source says

The Trump administration would look at lowering tariffs on imported Chinese goods pending talks with Beijing, a source familiar with the matter said on

White House would consider cutting China tariffs as part of talks, source says
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political

Jen Psaki stepping up for MSNBC as Rachel Maddow returns to once-a-week schedule

Jen Psaki is stepping up into a more prominent role at MSNBC, taking over the flagship 9 p.m. time slot on Tuesdays and Fridays as Rachel Maddow returns to a once-a-week television schedule

Jen Psaki stepping up for MSNBC as Rachel Maddow returns to once-a-week schedule
Opinion|Political

Justice Department lawyers work for justice and the Constitution – not the White House

Some Department of Justice attorneys have recently been fired or have resigned, refusing to follow directives from the Trump administration that they felt violated the law, legal ethics or both.

Justice Department lawyers work for justice and the Constitution – not the White House
Environment|Political

White House says not taking aim at green group tax status

The White House has no immediate plans to strip climate-focused non-profit organizations of their tax exempt status, a White House official said on Tuesday, as those groups

White House says not taking aim at green group tax status
MidEast|Political|US

Trump stands behind Hegseth after attack plans shared in second Signal chat

President Donald Trump said on Monday that he stood behind U.S.

Trump stands behind Hegseth after attack plans shared in second Signal chat
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|US

Trump says gray skies for the White House Easter egg roll mean no worries about sunburn

President Donald Trump says overcast weather for the annual White House Easter egg roll means no one has to worry about getting sunburned

Trump says gray skies for the White House Easter egg roll mean no worries about sunburn
MidEast|Political|US

White House denies report it is searching for new defense secretary

The White House on Monday denied a report that it has begun searching for a new defense secretary after Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth reportedly shared details of a U.S. attack on Yemen's

White House denies report it is searching for new defense secretary
MidEast|Political|US

White House voices support for Hegseth as a new Signal chat revelation stirs fresh Pentagon turmoil

The White House has expressed support for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth following media reports that he shared sensitive military details in another Signal messaging chat that included his wife and brother

White House voices support for Hegseth as a new Signal chat revelation stirs fresh Pentagon turmoil
Education|Political|US

'An unprecedented assault': Legal scholar says White House attacks on Harvard are threat to democracy

Yale Law Professor Bruce Ackerman tells CNN’s Omar Jimenez the White House’s escalating attacks on Harvard University are “unprecedented."

'An unprecedented assault': Legal scholar says White House attacks on Harvard are threat to democracy
Political|US

Judge won’t take further steps to enforce his order in AP case against Trump administration

A federal judge who ordered the Trump administration to stop blocking The Associated Press from presidential events has refused to take immediate steps to get White House officials to comply

Judge won’t take further steps to enforce his order in AP case against Trump administration
Health|Political|Science|US

White House touts Covid-19 ‘lab leak’ theory on new website

White House touts Covid-19 ‘lab leak’ theory on new website

White House touts Covid-19 ‘lab leak’ theory on new website
Political|US

Trump to sign order to extend federal hiring freeze, White House says

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Trump to sign order to extend federal hiring freeze, White House says
Political|US

AP accuses Trump White House of defying court order restoring access

The Associated Press accused aides to President Donald Trump of defying a court order restoring its access to press events in the White House after a judge

AP accuses Trump White House of defying court order restoring access
Political|US

In latest media crackdown, White House limits newswire access to Trump

Wire services including Reuters and Bloomberg News will no longer hold a permanent slot in the small pool of reporters who cover President Donald Trump, the

In latest media crackdown, White House limits newswire access to Trump
Business|Economy|Political|US

Ball in China's court for trade talks, White House says

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Ball in China's court for trade talks, White House says
Business|Economy|Political|US

White House says Trump signs order to streamline federal procurement regulation

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White House says Trump signs order to streamline federal procurement regulation
Economy|Political|US

Trump to sign memorandum aimed at stopping ineligible people from claiming Social Security benefits

President Donald Trump on Tuesday plans to sign a memorandum that the White House said would be aimed at stopping ineligible people from claiming Social Security benefits.

Trump to sign memorandum aimed at stopping ineligible people from claiming Social Security benefits
Business|Economy|Political|US

Relief for farmers under consideration, White House says

The White House said on Tuesday that relief is being considered for farmers, who face lower prices and high inventories as a trade war between China and the United States

Relief for farmers under consideration, White House says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US

Bessent says White House will start interviewing candidates for next Fed chair this fall

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Bessent says White House will start interviewing candidates for next Fed chair this fall
Business|Political|US

Trump aide Navarro brushes off Musk insults, says, 'I've been called worse'

White House trade adviser Peter Navarro brushed off insults from Elon Musk on Sunday, saying "Elon and I are great" after a public spat over President Donald Trump's sweeping

Trump aide Navarro brushes off Musk insults, says, 'I've been called worse'
Economy|Political|US

Trump goes with his gut and the world goes along for the ride

President Donald Trump likes keeping people on edge waiting for his next move, and that's been clear when it comes to his tariffs

Trump goes with his gut and the world goes along for the ride
Election|Health|Political|US

Trump says physical exam went well, report will be released Sunday

President Donald Trump, who in January became the oldest person to assume the U.S. presidency, underwent his first

Trump says physical exam went well, report will be released Sunday
Arts|Political|US

Picture of Trump after the assassination attempt displaces Obama portrait at the White House

The White House has hung a painting of President Donald Trump depicting a moment after an assassination attempt against him last summer — bumping the official portrait of one of his predecessors, Barack Obama

Picture of Trump after the assassination attempt displaces Obama portrait at the White House
Arts|Political|US

Painting of iconic Trump raised-fist scene from Butler rally now hangs in Grand Foyer of White House

Painting of iconic Trump raised-fist scene from Butler rally now hangs in Grand Foyer of White House

Painting of iconic Trump raised-fist scene from Butler rally now hangs in Grand Foyer of White House
Economy|Political|US

Trump order sets new expiration dates on existing energy rules, White House says

U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday signed an executive order that aims to boost energy production by automatically cutting "outdated regulations," the White House said.

Trump order sets new expiration dates on existing energy rules, White House says
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|US

Tariffs on China set to rise to at least 104% on Wednesday, White House says

Tariffs on China set to rise to at least 104% on Wednesday, White House says

Tariffs on China set to rise to at least 104% on Wednesday, White House says
Political|US

Judge lifts Trump White House restrictions on AP while lawsuit proceeds

A U.S. judge on Tuesday ordered President Donald Trump’s White House to lift access restrictions imposed on the Associated Press over the news agency's

Judge lifts Trump White House restrictions on AP while lawsuit proceeds
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

'Boys will be boys': White House on Elon Musk-Peter Navarro tariff tiff

As Elon Musk called one of President Donald Trump's top economic aides a "moron," the White House on Tuesday declared that "boys will be

'Boys will be boys': White House on Elon Musk-Peter Navarro tariff tiff
Business|Economy|Political|Stock Markets|US

Yurkevich explains what caused large swing in the stock market

US stocks were extremely volatile Monday, as traders searched for any sign that President Donald Trump’s tariffs could be negotiated or halted. US stocks opened the day in bear market territory but surged an hour later on rumors that the Trump administration may pause tariffs. A White House official called any suggestion that Trump would pause tariffs “fake news.” CNN's Vanessa Yurkevich explains.

Yurkevich explains what caused large swing in the stock market
Environment|Political|US

Trump helps plant replacement for a historic White House tree that was removed over safety concerns

President Donald Trump has helped plant a replacement for a historic White House tree that was removed over safety concerns

Trump helps plant replacement for a historic White House tree that was removed over safety concerns
Economy|Political|Technology|US

US transportation chief still in talks with White House on air traffic reform plan

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said on Tuesday that he is still in talks with the White House on his plan to upgrade the aging, under-staffed U.S. air

US transportation chief still in talks with White House on air traffic reform plan
Political|Technology|US

Expanding AI use, White House orders agencies to develop strategies and name leaders

The White House said on Monday it is ordering federal agencies to name chief AI officers and develop strategies for an expansion of the government's use of

Expanding AI use, White House orders agencies to develop strategies and name leaders
Election|Political|US

Who is closest to Trump? A visual guide to proximity to power in the White House

Who is closest to Trump? A visual guide to proximity to power in the White House

Who is closest to Trump? A visual guide to proximity to power in the White House
Political|Sports|US

Dodgers' Mookie Betts will make White House visit after skipping previous celebration under Trump

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts said he will attend next week’s World Series championship celebration at the White House after he declined to attend a previous ceremony in President Donald Trump’s first term

Dodgers' Mookie Betts will make White House visit after skipping previous celebration under Trump
Political|US

Trump fires NSC officials a day after far-right activist raises concerns to him about staff loyalty

President Donald Trump said that he’s fired “some” White House National Security Council officials

Trump fires NSC officials a day after far-right activist raises concerns to him about staff loyalty
Business|Political|US

Kirkland & Ellis in talks with White House to avoid executive order, WSJ reports

Kirkland & Ellis, the largest U.S. law firm by revenue, is in talks with the White House to avoid an executive order similar to those levied against several of its rivals, the Wall Street

Kirkland & Ellis in talks with White House to avoid executive order, WSJ reports
Business|Economy|Political|US

Hear Trump break down tariffs on various countries

President Donald Trump announced during a speech at the White House plans for reciprocal tariffs. A group of countries will be charged a tariff at approximately half the rate they charge the United States.

Hear Trump break down tariffs on various countries
Business|Economy|Political|US

Oil imports exempted from Trump’s sweeping tariffs

Imports of oil, gas and refined products were exempted from U.S. President Donald Trump’s sweeping new tariffs, the White House said on Wednesday.

Oil imports exempted from Trump’s sweeping tariffs
Business|Economy|Political|US

Trump unveils global reciprocal tariffs

President Donald Trump on Wednesday unveiled global reciprocal tariffs during an event at the White House.

Trump unveils global reciprocal tariffs
Business|Economy|Political|US

What to know about Trump's announcement that could shake the world economy

President Donald Trump is set to announce the details of his tariff plan at 4 p.m. ET, as he aims to redraw economic agreements with US trading partners. CNN's Alayna Treene reports from the White House.

What to know about Trump's announcement that could shake the world economy
Political|US

Historic tree to be cut down at the White House over safety concerns

President Donald Trump says a tree that’s nearly two centuries old will be removed from the White House grounds because it’s deteriorating

Historic tree to be cut down at the White House over safety concerns
Political|Technology|US

How an app unfamiliar to Trump rocked his week

How an app unfamiliar to Trump rocked his week

How an app unfamiliar to Trump rocked his week
Political|US

The Associated Press, banned from White House press pool, renews request to court for reinstatement

A lawyer for The Associated Press has asked a federal judge once again to reinstate the agency’s access to the White House press pool and some other official events

The Associated Press, banned from White House press pool, renews request to court for reinstatement
Election|Political|US|World

Trump withdraws Rep. Elise Stefanik's nomination for UN ambassador, citing tight GOP House margin

The White House has pulled Rep. Elise Stefanik’s nomination to be U.S. ambassador to the United Nations

Trump withdraws Rep. Elise Stefanik's nomination for UN ambassador, citing tight GOP House margin
Political|US

White House installs Trump loyalists at federal HR agency after 'five things' email

The White House has installed two Trump loyalists at the federal HR agency after allies of billionaire Elon Musk blindsided top Trump officials with a surprise government-wide

White House installs Trump loyalists at federal HR agency after 'five things' email
MidEast|Political|US

The White House security breach raises concerns among some military spouses and veterans

Some military spouses and veterans are questioning the White House’s handling of security after a journalist was accidentally added to a group chat about military strikes in Yemen

The White House security breach raises concerns among some military spouses and veterans
Business|Economy|Political|US

US may exclude sector-specific tariffs on April 2, reports say, but situation fluid

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US may exclude sector-specific tariffs on April 2, reports say, but situation fluid
Business|Political|US

‘Shock and concern’: Reactions to WH easter egg roll sponsorships

The White House, through an outside event production company called Harbinger, is soliciting corporate sponsors for this year’s Easter Egg Roll, which is prompting major concerns from ethics experts and shock from former White House officials from both parties. CNN's Betsy Klein reports.

‘Shock and concern’: Reactions to WH easter egg roll sponsorships
Business|Political|US

Trump is not 'dictating' legal work in Paul Weiss deal, chairman says

Paul Weiss Chairman Brad Karp said in a letter to its lawyers and staff on Sunday that the Trump administration would not be "dictating" what free legal

Trump is not 'dictating' legal work in Paul Weiss deal, chairman says
Political|Sports|US

Trump says Kansas City Chiefs to visit White House

U.S. President Donald Trump said he will host the Kansas City Chiefs American football team at the White House following a visit by the NFL Super Bowl champions, the Philadelphia Eagles.

Trump says Kansas City Chiefs to visit White House
Political|Technology|US

Retired colonel on how Trump’s idea for 'Golden Dome' defense system could work

US military officials are scrambling to develop a “Golden Dome” defense system that can protect the country from long-range missile strikes and have been told by the White House that no expense will be spared in order to fulfill one of President Donald Trump’s top Pentagon priorities, according to multiple sources familiar with the matter. CNN’s military analyst retired Col. Cedric Leighton joins Jessica Dean to discuss.

Retired colonel on how Trump’s idea for 'Golden Dome' defense system could work
Business|Political|US

‘This is not your grandmother’s Easter Egg Roll’: White House seeks corporate sponsorships for Easter event

‘This is not your grandmother’s Easter Egg Roll’: White House seeks corporate sponsorships for Easter event

‘This is not your grandmother’s Easter Egg Roll’: White House seeks corporate sponsorships for Easter event
Business|Political|Technology|US

Existing ByteDance investors emerge as front-runners in TikTok deal talks

White House-led talks on the future of TikTok are coalescing around a plan for the biggest non-Chinese investors in parent company ByteDance to

Existing ByteDance investors emerge as front-runners in TikTok deal talks
Political|US

Trump signs order directing agencies to grant officials access to records

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Trump signs order directing agencies to grant officials access to records
Political|US

White House calls on Supreme Court to rein in judges blocking Trump's agenda

The White House blasted "activist" federal judges and called on the U.S.

White House calls on Supreme Court to rein in judges blocking Trump's agenda
Political|US|World

White House says it has moved beyond US-Ukraine minerals deal

The White House said on Wednesday it has moved beyond the previously negotiated U.S.-Ukraine minerals and natural resources deal and is focused on peace between Ukraine and

White House says it has moved beyond US-Ukraine minerals deal