Donald Trump: President of the United States — statements on the news and related coverage

Born	1946-06-14 · Queens
Party	Republican
Offices	President of the United States2017-01-20–presentPreceded by: Barack Obama
Education	University of Pennsylvania (BS)
Occupation	Politician, Businessman, Media personality

Approval

The latest five surveys as each pollster published them, compiled by VoteHub (CC BY 4.0) and retrieved 2026-10-17. We only display them — no calculation, weighting or editing. A single survey often reports all adults and registered voters separately, so the same pollster and dates can appear twice; where approve and disapprove add up to less than 100%, the rest were unsure or did not answer.

Pollster	Dates	Sample	Approve	Disapprove
RMG Research2026-09-28 – 2026-10-06 registered voters · 2,000	2026-09-28 – 2026-10-06	registered voters · 2,000	43%	56%
Pew Research Center2026-09-30 – 2026-10-04 adults · 5,062	2026-09-30 – 2026-10-04	adults · 5,062	30%	68%
TIPP Insights2026-08-25 – 2026-08-28 adults · 1,461	2026-08-25 – 2026-08-28	adults · 1,461	38%	52%
Ipsos2026-08-21 – 2026-08-24 registered voters · 951	2026-08-21 – 2026-08-24	registered voters · 951	37%	63%
Ipsos2026-08-21 – 2026-08-24 adults · 1,215	2026-08-21 – 2026-08-24	adults · 1,215	33%	65%

Statements

What this person said on the record, as reported, newest first.

Trump ‘completely wrong’ to restrict Ukraine support, Italian minister tells BBC
Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto told the BBC that restricting Ukraine’s access to satellite systems and intelligence used against Russian attacks was a “complete mistake.” He warned the move could prolong Russia’s full-scale invasion rather than advance peace. Trump has denied asking for satellite access to be suspended.
BBBC News 2026-10-17 20:30
Trump says Katie Zacharia was treated “very nastily”
Katie Zacharia stepped down as White House press secretary after five days in the role and one press briefing. Fox News reported on President Donald Trump’s reaction, in which he said she was treated “very nastily.”
FFox News 2026-10-17 12:03
Trump says he did not order curbs on Starshield for Ukraine
Donald Trump said Friday he had not asked for Starshield services to Ukraine to be reduced. Elon Musk had insisted that any limits on the SpaceX-operated communications system would ultimately have required the US president’s say-so.
FFrance 24 2026-10-17 10:19
Trump says he did not order limits on Starshield services for Ukraine
Donald Trump said Friday that he had not asked for Starshield services to be reduced in Ukraine. Elon Musk had insisted that any limits on the SpaceX-operated communications system would ultimately have been imposed by the US president.
FFrance 24 English 2026-10-17 10:19
Trump addresses speculation about replacing chief of staff Susie Wiles
Fox News senior White House correspondent Peter Doocy reports on rumors about other members of President Donald Trump’s Cabinet and on US-Ukraine relations during “Special Report.”
FFox News 2026-10-17 06:00
Trump touts manufacturing gains in Georgia as Republicans target Ossoff
Donald Trump credited his economic policies with a manufacturing boom in Georgia as he rallied voters there. The state is set to host a crucial US Senate race in November’s midterm election.
BBloomberg News 2026-10-17 03:00
Trump says he has no plans to impose restrictions under Russia sanctions law
Donald Trump issued a decree waiving several sanctions under a law tightening restrictions on Russia. He told Congress the waiver serves US national interests. The law also provides for sanctions on Russian leaders, state-owned companies and trading partners, with the administration due to report by October 18 on potential measures or their compatibility with US interests.
TTASS 2026-10-17 01:42
Trump says US receives information on all Iranian actions
Donald Trump said the United States receives information about all actions and negotiations by Iranian authorities and hears everything they say. He made the remarks at a Republican supporters’ rally in Georgia.
TTASS 2026-10-17 00:55
Trump denies restricting Ukraine’s Starlink access as tensions with Zelenskyy rise
US President Donald Trump denied limiting Ukraine’s access to Starlink, saying, “It wasn’t me,” and that he did not think Elon Musk had done so either. Al Jazeera’s Alan Fisher said relations between Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had grown strained again in recent days.
AAl Jazeera English 2026-10-17 00:30
Iran war live: Trump claims US naval blockade has kept Iranian ships out of Hormuz
In Trump's account, not a single Iranian ship has managed to transit Hormuz under the US Navy's blockade.
AAl Jazeera 2026-10-17 00:00

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PoliticsTrump signs legislation expanding sanctions against Russia, White House says

President Donald Trump signed a congressional bill expanding statutory sanctions, tariffs and prohibitions against Russia while extending existing sanctions on Iran, the White House said. The law also allows tariffs of up to 100% on major buyers of Russian oil and gas and tightens measures against Iran.

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TTASSOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-18 23:18

Trump signs legislation expanding sanctions against Russia, White House says

PoliticsTrump announces deal over security in Greenland

President Trump says the agreement gives the United States permanent control over security in Greenland. NBC News’ Courtney Kube reports on what is being learned about the deal.

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NNBC NewsOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-18 23:03

Trump announces deal over security in Greenland

PoliticsUS and Denmark reach Greenland security deal after Trump threats to seize island

Donald Trump says the US has reached an Arctic security pact with Denmark and Greenland after months of threats to take the island by force. The agreement would let the US expand its military presence, while Danish and Greenlandic leaders say it preserves the Kingdom of Denmark’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and Greenlanders’ right to self-determination.

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TThe GuardianOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-18 23:02

US and Denmark reach Greenland security deal after Trump threats to seize island

PoliticsTrump claims deal gives US control over security in Greenland

US President Donald Trump says Washington has reached an agreement with Denmark and Greenland granting the United States “permanent control” over security and other needs in Greenland. He said the deal would begin the development of a large military presence, have no expiration date and cost the US nothing. Denmark’s prime minister’s office said it is expected to be signed during the upcoming UN General Assembly and requires parliamentary procedures.

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CCGTNOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-18 22:56

Trump claims deal gives US control over security in Greenland

PoliticsTrump bans CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House

President Trump barred CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House over what he described as one-sided coverage. NBC News’ Kelly O’Donnell reports on the decision.

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NNBC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-18 22:49

Trump bans CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House

PoliticsTrump says US reaches deal with Denmark and Greenland for ‘permanent control’ of security

President Donald Trump said the United States reached an agreement with Denmark and Greenland giving Washington “permanent control” over Greenland’s security and barring any US adversary from maintaining a military presence on the island.

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CCNNOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-18 22:46

Trump says US reaches deal with Denmark and Greenland for ‘permanent control’ of security

PoliticsTrump plans to greet Xi on arrival in Washington area, officials say

U.S. President Donald Trump plans to welcome Chinese President Xi Jinping when he arrives next week at Joint Base Andrews in suburban Washington, a senior U.S. official told reporters on Friday.

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RReutersOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-18 22:40

Trump plans to greet Xi on arrival in Washington area, officials say

PoliticsTrump announces deal with Denmark for ‘permanent’ US control over Greenland security

President Donald Trump said Friday that the United States had reached a new agreement with Denmark granting Washington “permanent control over security” in Greenland.

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NNBC NewsOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-18 22:37

Trump announces deal with Denmark for ‘permanent’ US control over Greenland security

WorldTrump signs sweeping Russia sanctions bill to choke off Moscow’s funds for Ukraine war

President Donald Trump has signed a major sanctions package targeting Russian officials and key sectors of the Russian economy, seeking to cut off funds for Moscow’s war in Ukraine.

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TThe Associated PressOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-18 22:35

Trump signs sweeping Russia sanctions bill to choke off Moscow’s funds for Ukraine war

PoliticsTrump signs late Senator Lindsey Graham’s ‘sanctions from hell’ law against Russia

President Donald Trump signed a new law expanding statutory sanctions, tariffs and prohibitions against Russia while extending existing sanctions on Iran. It authorizes the president to impose 100% tariffs on the five largest buyers of Russian energy and sanctions on Russian defense, energy and financial entities, its shadow fleet and much of its political and military leadership. Volodymyr Zelensky thanked Trump for signing it.

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MMeduzaOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-18 22:33

Trump signs late Senator Lindsey Graham’s ‘sanctions from hell’ law against Russia