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 touts his power at Kentucky rally to energize voters ahead of midterms
At a rally in Kentucky on Saturday, Trump highlighted the power he has wielded during his second stint in the White House, seeking to boost Republican turnout as his party struggles in the midterms. He said, “I can do stuff that is unbelievable.”
Party strategy and campaigning
TThe Associated Press 2026-10-17 22:37
Trump: Sanctuary cities are made to protect criminals
At a rally in Highland Heights, Kentucky, Trump promoted his record on reducing violent crime committed by illegal immigrants.
FFox News 2026-10-17 22:00
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

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PoliticsTrump signs sweeping Russia sanctions bill

US President Donald Trump has signed a broad sanctions bill targeting Russia’s economy and major buyers of its oil and gas. It gives him power to impose tariffs of up to 100% on the top five purchasers, including China and India, and extends sanctions to Iran’s energy and weapons sectors, as well as Vladimir Putin, Russian officials, financial institutions and the country’s “shadow fleet”.

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BBBC NewsOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-18 22:05

Trump signs sweeping Russia sanctions bill

PoliticsTrump extends H-1B visa program restrictions for another year

US President Donald Trump has extended by another year the restrictions imposed on the H-1B non-immigrant visa program in September 2025, the White House said in a proclamation released on Friday.

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RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-18 22:05

Trump extends H-1B visa program restrictions for another year

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

President Trump said in a Truth Social post that he had reached an agreement with Denmark giving the United States “permanent control” over Greenland’s security.

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NNBC NewsOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-18 22:04

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

WorldTrump signs sweeping Russia sanctions bill into law

President Donald Trump signed legislation imposing new sanctions and tariff measures on Russia on Sept. 18. The law requires tariffs of up to 100% on goods from certain major buyers of Russian energy, allows tariffs of up to 500% on direct imports from Russia, targets Russian officials and entities, and extends the Iran Sanctions Act for five years. President Volodymyr Zelensky welcomed the move.

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TThe Kyiv IndependentOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-18 22:04

Trump signs sweeping Russia sanctions bill into law

PoliticsGov. Josh Shapiro suggests Trump should oust HHS Secretary RFK Jr. amid measles fight

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro said he would not change his response to the measles outbreak in his state and suggested that President Trump should remove HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. An HHS spokesperson called Shapiro’s accusations “false and irresponsible,” saying the CDC has mounted an aggressive measles response under Kennedy’s leadership.

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NNBC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-18 22:02

Gov. Josh Shapiro suggests Trump should oust HHS Secretary RFK Jr. amid measles fight

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PoliticsTrump claims deal with Denmark gives US ‘permanent control’ over Greenland

US President Donald Trump says Washington has reached an agreement with Denmark and Greenland granting the United States “permanent control” over Greenland’s security and other needs. He says rivals would need written US authorisation to establish bases or deploy personnel there, and that plans for a major US military presence will begin immediately. Denmark and Greenland have not responded officially.

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AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-18 22:01

Trump claims deal with Denmark gives US ‘permanent control’ over Greenland

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PoliticsTrump signs Russia sanctions bill; China and India face possible 100% tariffs

Donald Trump has signed a Russia sanctions bill, while China and India could face tariffs of up to 100%. An archive image shows India’s Modi shaking hands with Russian and Chinese leaders at the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi.

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TTRT WorldOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-18 22:00

Trump signs Russia sanctions bill; China and India face possible 100% tariffs

PoliticsTrump to ban CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House

Donald Trump announced that CNN, MS NOW and Politico would be barred from the White House, labeling them “fake” and accusing them of publishing “fiction and lies.” Whether he can impose the measure unilaterally remains unclear, and the decision could face immediate court challenges.

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BBloomberg TelevisionOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-18 21:53

Trump to ban CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House

PoliticsTrump says Denmark deal gives US ‘permanent control’ over Greenland security

President Donald Trump says the United States has reached an agreement with Denmark and Greenland that gives Washington “permanent control” over Greenland’s security. He says the deal also bars US adversaries from establishing bases there.

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DDWOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-18 21:53

Trump says Denmark deal gives US ‘permanent control’ over Greenland security

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

President Trump said in a Truth Social post that he had reached an agreement with Denmark giving the United States “permanent control” over Greenland’s security.

Donald TrumpGreenlandDenmarksecurity deal

NNBC NewsOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-18 21:50

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