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Latest White House move to politicise science funding provokes ...
US research community mobilising to push back on proposed rule that would give apparatchiks control of which research gets funded
Trump compares White House UFC cage to Eiffel Tower, says 'maybe we’ll never ever take it down'
“You know, we’re building something in front of the White House that’s quite attractive to a lot of people,” Trump said in a video posted on Tuesday.
Al Sharpton compares White House UFC event to entertainment for slave owners
Trump suggests he won’t take down UFC ‘Claw’ on White House lawn
President Donald Trump is suggesting that the UFC lighting grid, known as “The Claw,” will stay on the White House South Lawn well beyond the fight there later this month.
The Trump Administration Has Launched Its Biggest Threat Yet to Scientific Research. We Can Stop Them.
Last week, the White House released draft regulations that—if enacted—will upend US science as we know it. Under the rule proposed by the White House’s Office of Management and Budget (OMB), political appointees would have the final say over who gets billions of dollars of federal funding for res
The Latest: Trump keeps immunity from tax probes while scrapping $1.8 billion compensation fund
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said the Trump administration has definitively scrapped a $1.8 billion fund to compensate President Donald Trump’s allies, but the White House is sticking with the part of the deal that permanently drops tax claims against him
The Latest: Trump keeps immunity from tax probes while scrapping $1.8 billion compensation fund
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said the Trump administration has definitively scrapped a $1.8 billion fund to compensate President Donald Trump's allies, but the White House is sticking with the part of the deal that permanently drops tax claims against him.
President Trump seeks control of science funding
The White House Office of Management and Budget is moving to take more control of billions of dollars in federal grants. Critics say the proposed change would jeopardize the integrity of U.S. science.
President Trump seeks control of science funding
The White House Office of Management and Budget is moving to take more control of billions of dollars in federal grants. Critics say the proposed change would jeopardize the integrity of U.S. science.
President Trump seeks control of science funding
The White House Office of Management and Budget is moving to take more control of billions of dollars in federal grants. Critics say the proposed change would jeopardize the integrity of U.S. science.
America’s 250th birthday celebration increasingly centers on Trump
The White House has built a set of highly visible, centrally controlled events — many created by presidential directive — that emphasize spectacle, branding, and new traditions.
President Trump seeks control of science funding
The White House and the Office of Management and Budget is moving to take more control of billions of dollars federal grants. This move has implications for areas as broad as housing and transportation, but science and health would be the most significantly impacted. Scientists and advocates say if it goes into effect, the change would jeopardize the integrity of science in the United States.
French UFC fighter Gane blocking out politics before White House bout
French mixed martial artist Ciryl Gane said he is blocking out the political noise ahead of his unprecedented fight at the White House in Washington.But he admits it will be a unique experience, as it was when he visited the White House a few weeks ago.
Watch: Dr. Oz takes questions on Ebola outbreak, Trump's health at White House press briefing
Trump signs executive order to vet top AI models for national security risks
The move comes less than two weeks after Trump postponed a White House ceremony over concerns that a similar policy could dull America's edge on AI technology
Trump signs executive order to vet top AI models for national security risks
The move comes less than two weeks after Trump postponed a White House ceremony over concerns that a similar policy could dull America's edge on AI technology
WATCH LIVE: White House briefing with Dr. Oz may address Pulte's new role, Iran war
White House Seeks to Impose Political Test on Billions in Federal Grants
A new proposal would allow the administration to block grants if they do not satisfy President Trump’s agenda or support what it calls “anti-American” values.
Mark Cruz (Klamath) Nominated to Head Indian Health Service
The White House announced on Monday, June 1, that Mark Cruz, a citizen of the Klamath Tribes, has been nominated to serve a four-year term as director of the Indian Health Service (IHS).The IHS director position has been vacant since the start of the second Trump administration, following the resignation of former Director Roselyn Tso […]
Republican senators want more answers on $1.8 billion settlement fund as Trump considers its future
Senate Republicans are meeting to discuss next steps in a standoff with the White House
THE WEEK OF JUNE 1, 2026
- White House seeks control over grants - Congress prepares annual defense bill - NSF reportedly slows research money
Trump’s $1.8B ‘Anti-Weaponization’ Fund Dead—Reportedly After GOP Threats
Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., said Republicans are in discussions with the White House about changing the fund.
White House still has not offered solution to GOP concerns over ‘weaponization’ fund, leaving immigration funds in limbo
Many Senate Republican remain furious at the Trump administration’s $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund and are refusing to advance a separate bill to fund immigration enforcement until guardrails are put in place.
Standoff between Republicans and White House over the 'anti-weaponization' fund remains unresolved
Senate Republicans say they won't have the votes for the immigration spending bill until the White House works with them to put some parameters on a new $1.776 billion settlement fund designed to compensate Trump's allies — or scrap it altogether.
The White House Is the New Green Zone
Fortifications are growing in tandem with the threat of political violence.
Fed's Powell warns Trump's political 'stress test' will wreck public trust in central bank
Jerome Powell said White House pressure on the Fed will damage public trust in the U.S. central bank.
Alexander Volkanovski gives Ilia Topura vs. Justin Gaethje prediction
A lightweight championship unification bout between champion Ilia Topuria and interim titleholder Justin Gaethje headlines the UFC Freedom 250 fight card on June 14 at the White House. It will be Topuria's first title defense. Topuria is a heavy betting favorite two weeks out from the event, but ...
GOP strategist: ‘There are 8 Senators in the Republican Conference… who are pretty put out with the White House’
Donald Trump gives tour of UFC White House event arena
With UFC Freedom 250 right around the corner, President Donald Trump is giving us a sneak peak at the arena being constructed for the event. Despite the UFC having done a ton of events over the years, this event will…
A New ‘Wounded Bear Caucus’ in the Senate Means More Trouble for Trump
Here is why the GOP’s split with the White House over a $1.8 billion fund could be the first of many public fights.
Trump news at a glance: president in ‘excellent health’, his doctor says after routine medical check
Three-page memo released by White House provides overview of 79-year-old president’s medical checkup– key US politics stories from Saturday, 30 May at a glance
Trump in ‘excellent health,’ took cognitive test, doctor says
President Donald Trump “remains in excellent health,” according to the White House doctor, after undergoing a physical earlier this week that included a cognitive test.
Trump's Doctor Says He's in 'Excellent Health,' Urges Weight Loss
The White House released a report from President Trump’s latest medical visit. Here’s what it says.
White House releases Trump's physical results, says he's in 'excellent health' but almost obese
President Donald Trump's doctor recommended he exercise more and lower the regular aspirin dose that has contributed to his skin bruising.
White House mulls pulling CBP officers from airports in sanctuary cities
The Department of Homeland Security is considering removing Customs and Border Protection officers from international airports in jurisdictions it labels “sanctuary cities.”
Trump’s doctor recommends he lose weight, exercise more but says he is in ‘excellent health’
The White House released the results of President Donald Trump’s May physical late Friday evening, with his physician recommending he lose weight and exercise more while noting he is in "excellent health."
White House releases Trump's physical results, says he's in 'excellent health' but almost obese
The White House doctor recommended increased physical activity and weight loss.
Trump in ‘excellent health' after annual physical, White House doctor says
President Donald Trump has been declared in “excellent health" and “fully fit" to serve as commander in chief following a comprehensive medical exam.
White House releases memo describing results of Trump’s health checkup
President in ‘excellent’ health, despite ‘lower leg swelling’ and hand bruising after fourth hospital visit in second term
Trump in 'excellent health,' White House physician says after president's physical exam
President Donald Trump is in "excellent health" and is "fully fit to carry out all duties of the Commander-in-Chief and Head of State," his doctor said.
Trump in excellent health after annual checkup, doctor says
The White House releases the results of the US president's latest medical examination, which states he is "fully fit" to carry out his duties.
White House Releases Results of Trump’s Latest Physical Exam
The report by President Trump’s physician said he was in “excellent health.” It showed that he had gained weight and that neurological and heart tests had come back “normal.”
Trump Remains in ‘Excellent Physical Health,’ White House Doctor Report Says
The president has gained 14 pounds since his last physical exam in 2025, Navy Capt. Sean Barbabella said in the report.
Trump in ‘Excellent Health,’ Took Cognitive Test, Doctor Says
President Donald Trump “remains in excellent health,” according to the White House doctor, after undergoing a physical earlier this week which included a cognitive test.
White House memo says Trump ‘remains in excellent health’ after physical
President Trump “remains in excellent health,” his physician wrote in a memo released by the White House late Friday following the president’s annual physical exam earlier this week. Tr…
White House says Trump is in "excellent health" in results from physical
President Trump's physician said in a letter released Friday that the president is in "excellent health," following a physical earlier this week at Walter Reed National Military Hospital.
Trump remains in excellent health, White House memo says
U.S. President Donald Trump remains in excellent health, with strong cardiac, pulmonary, neurological and overall physical function, the White House said in a memo on Friday, citing results from a medical examination this week.
Trump Remains in Excellent Health, White House Memo Says
May 29 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump remains in excellent health, with strong cardiac, pulmonary, neurological and overall physical function, the White House said in a memo on Friday, citing results from a medical examination this week. After his visit to Walter Reed National ...
Trump’s doctor recommends he lose weight and exercise more but says he is in "excellent health’
The White House released the results of President Donald Trump’s May physical late Friday evening, sharing a memo from his physician recommending he lose weight and exercise more while noting he is in excellent health.
Trump’s doctor recommends he lose weight and exercise more but says he is in "excellent health’
The White House released the results of President Donald Trump’s May physical late Friday evening, sharing a memo from his physician recommending he lose weight and exercise more while noting he is in excellent health.
Trump’s ‘anti-weaponization fund’ is stalled, and some allies are urging him to scrap it entirely
President Donald Trump’s proposed $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization fund” is currently stalled, with some allies urging the White House to scrap it altogether amid an unusually intense backlash from multiple Senate Republicans, sources familiar with the matter said.
Springsteen, Trump and two very different music events
Several acts slated to play the Great American State Fair declared they were dropping out of the event after discovering it was part of a Trump White House initiative.
White House not committing to release medical report, as aides grow more cagey about Trump’s health
The White House has yet to release any results from President Donald Trump’s most recent physical exam, a break from its own past practice that’s likely to fuel further questions about his health and fitness.
White House moves to give political appointees more power over federal grants
NEW YORK (AP) — President Donald Trump's administration on Friday moved to give political appointees more power over the billions of dollars in grants awarded by federal agencies, a move scientists say puts critical research funding into the hands of partisans without relevant expertise.
White House Moves to Give Political Appointees More Power Over Federal Grants
NEW YORK (AP) — President Donald Trump's administration on Friday moved to give political appointees more power over the billions of dollars in grants awarded by federal agencies, a move scientists say puts critical research funding into the hands of partisans without relevant expertise. In what ...
Research Funding Slows Again for Universities Targeted by White House
The National Science Foundation lifted a hold on some grants for Harvard and other universities this week after inquiries from media outlets, including The New York Times.
Sports media host Stephen A Smith: ‘The audience gravitated to me’
ESPN’s highest-paid star on his plans to be the next Joe Rogan, what the Democrats get wrong — and his thoughts on a possible White House run
Bruce Springsteen calls out the White House and announces a protest festival
The Power to the People festival is set for Oct. 3 at Merriweather Post Pavilion in Maryland. It will focus on "freedom, justice, equality and rock ’n’ roll," and a portion of the proceeds will benefit VoteRiders and HeadCount.
Trump's DOJ sues Maine over denying undercover license plates for federal agents
President Donald Trump's administration is suing four states over their refusal to issue undercover license plates to federal agents, the latest front in the wider struggle between the White House and Democratic-led states over the Republican president's immigration crackdown.
White House has yet to release health results from Trump’s doctor after latest checkup
There’s no constitutional or legal requirement that a president release his medical records, but it’s been a consistent practice for most modern presidents.
Inside the Justice Department’s pursuit of Trump’s 2020 election fraud fixations
When President Donald Trump promised, seemingly out of the blue, in late January that prosecutions would “soon” be coming for 2020 election rigging, the Justice Department was already mobilizing an effort behind the scenes to build out a portfolio of cases that would boost the White House’s narrative.
Dana White says UFC White House event is patriotic, not political
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Trump appoints former AG Pam Bondi to White House science panel
President Trump has appointed former Attorney General Pam Bondi to his panel on science and technology, nearly two months after he fired her as the head of the Department of Justice. …
UFC fighting cage rises on White House lawn for America 250 bout
The cage will be surrounded by 5,000 seats, with additional large screens nearby broadcasting the fight
How Donald Trump is insulating himself from future investigations
The deal that President Donald Trump reached with his own administration to set-up an “anti-weaponization fund” for his allies is the latest example of how his second stint in the White House has focused on undermining checks on presidential power and insulating himself from future investigations.
Crypto Firms and Automakers Are Looking to Open Banks, at Trump’s Urging
Urged on by the White House and a reduction in regulatory oversight, crypto companies and automakers are among those that have applied for banking charters.
3 things to know about Trump’s order raising the U.S. refugee cap only for white South Africans
President Donald Trump is easing his administration’s cap on the number of refugees who can enter the United States, according to a forthcoming White House memo.
Why aren’t Democrats talking about Trump’s health?
President Trump visited Walter Reed on Tuesday, raising fresh concerns about his health. From appearing to doze off in cabinet meetings to visible ankle swelling and bruising on his hands, Americans are asking questions — but why aren't Democrats seizing on the issue? The Bulwark's Lauren Egan, Reuters White House reporter Bo Erickson, and The Atlantic staff writer and MSNBC political contributor Mark Leibovich join Katy Tur with reporting and analysis.
Trump administration proposes having all federal workers sign NDAs
The White House is preparing a government-wide nondisclosure agreement aimed at curtailing federal workers’ sharing of “confidential government information,” as it seeks to stop internal leaks to media organizations.
White House planning birthday brawl for President Trump with UFC fight on White House lawn
Trump wraps up medical visit to Walter Reed with his health under renewed scrutiny
The president spent more than three hours at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center for what the White House described as preventive medical and dental checkups.
White House touts Trump's 'excellent health' ahead of annual physical
"President Trump is the sharpest and most accessible President in American history," spokesperson Davis Ingle said.
Trump faces his annual physical. Here’s what to know about his health
The president, who turns 80 next month, has faced questions about bruises and how much he sleeps. The White House doctor is about to set the record straight
Trump to get "routine annual" medical exam 7 months after last visit to Walter Reed
White House boasts Trump's "excellent health" as questions loom over the medical reality of the oldest inaugurated president.
Trump faces health questions ahead of another Walter Reed trip
The president trumpets claims that he is in excellent health, but independent physicians say the White House hasn't answered key questions ahead of his third visit in 13 months.
Bystander Wounded in White House Shooting Is in Stable Condition
The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating to determine who shot the bystander, who underwent surgery, and how many bullets were fired.
Thomas Massie bashes Republicans, Trump's ballroom after primary loss
Rep. Thomas Massie, the outgoing Kentucky congressman, bashed his fellow Republicans and Trump's White House ballroom on "Meet the Press."
Rep. Thomas Massie warns GOP will be ‘very vulnerable’ in the midterms
The Kentucky Republican, who lost his primary to a Trump-backed challenger, said splitting with the president was “absolutely worth it” and did not rule out a White House run.
Suspect dead after opening fire near White House security checkpoint, Secret Service says
Officials identify 21-year-old Nasire Best as man who fired shots near the White House Saturday and was killed by law enforcement.
White House gunman had criminal record, history of mental health issues
The gunman killed after firing at a White House checkpoint had a history of mental health concerns and prior Secret Service encounters, officials say.
What happened to the Trump administration’s in-your-face mass deportations?
The White House has intentionally retreated from its in-your-face deportation approach after confrontations between federal and state officials in multiple states erupted in Minneapolis earlier this year, when video of masked agents killing protesters sparked outrage and protest.
White House shooting marks another incident in a string of political violence
The shooting comes less than a month after authorities say a man attempted to assassinate the president at the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner.
Law enforcement authorities are responding to reports of shots fired near White House
An investigation is ongoing.
CNN reporter describes moment she heard gunshots near White House
Sounds of gunfire heard near White House
CNN reporters heard what appeared to be dozens of gunshots near the White House on Saturday.
Republican Lawmakers Suggest Cutting Off Funding for National Academies
A letter from 11 Republican representatives has caught the White House’s attention.
Trump’s ‘Anti-Weaponization Fund’ hit with another legal challenge
The Trump administration’s newly created nearly $1.8 billion fund for allies of President Donald Trump who say they were wrongly targeted by the government was hit with a second lawsuit on Friday, adding to the growing legal and political backlash facing the White House.
Lawmakers warn data protection rules don't protect key sites, including White House and CIA
The Biden administration spent almost a year crafting regulations to block U.S. adversaries from buying commercial data gathered from cell phones at the federal government’s most sensitive locations.
GOP immigration enforcement bill stalls amid backlash to $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund
Senate Republicans abruptly left Washington on Thursday without voting on a roughly $70 billion bill to fund immigration enforcement agencies, frustrated with the White House and at an impasse over whether to try to block a new $1.776 billion settlement fund to compensate Trump allies who believe they have been politically prosecuted.
How the anti-weaponization fund evolved from a 2024 Trump campaign idea into a reality
As Donald Trump plotted his return to the White House in late 2023, a group of campaign advisers began working on a plan to compensate political allies.
Senate GOP delays vote on reconciliation bill amid opposition to DOJ fund, White House ballroom
WATCH: Trump says White House 'won't be a very secure place' without $1 billion security proposal
Republicans expected to abandon $1B security proposal for White House and Trump's ballroom
WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Republican leaders on Thursday are expected to abandon a proposal for $1 billion in security money for the White House complex and President Donald Trump’s ballroom amid backlash from members of their own party. Pressured by the White House, Republicans tried to add the money to a roughly $70 billion bill to restore funding to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the Border Patrol. But the security proposal met with opposition
Republicans expected to abandon $1B security plan for White House and ballroom
Republicans have tried to add the money to a roughly $70 billion bill to restore funding to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the Border Patrol
Judge halts White House’s rollback of presidential records-retention policies
A federal judge said Wednesday that White House staff must preserve their official records, including communications that they send via non-official text message services, pushing back on attempts to free President Donald Trump from record-keeping obligations that were set by Congress.
YOLO for GOP members? What unencumbered Republicans could mean for Trump's agenda
In a Republican-led Congress defined by deference to President Donald Trump, there's a small but steadily growing cohort who have found themselves more willing to break with the White House.
Pennsylvania's Democratic Gov. Shapiro wins his primary, as do his endorsed candidates
Gov. Josh Shapiro was uncontested in Tuesday’s primary. He’s seeking a second term in the fall and puts his clout on the line in the battleground state ahead of a potential 2028 bid for the White House.
The Apprentice? Vance sticks to business at White House podium
If it was an audition to succeed Donald Trump in 2028, US Vice President JD Vance was keeping it low-key as he held a briefing at the White House on Tuesday.And on Tuesday all eyes were certainly on w...
Trump shows reporters ballroom construction site as lawmakers balk at $1B for White House security
President Donald Trump is defending the White House ballroom he's building. He showed off the construction site to a group of reporters on Tuesday.