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 2026-11-01. 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 slams Alaska ballot controversy, says Mary Peltola should be ‘prosecuted’
At an Iowa rally, Donald Trump discussed allegations that Alaska Democratic Senate nominee Mary Peltola’s campaign recruited another candidate named Dan Sullivan to run for the Senate. Trump said Peltola should be “prosecuted.”
Election rules, courts and voting
FFox News 2026-11-02 00:30
Iran war live: Tankers hit mines in Hormuz; Trump again says conflict will end soon
The US president warns Iran to make a deal, while the IRGC says two tankers struck mines and caught fire in the Strait of Hormuz.
AAl Jazeera 2026-11-02 00:00
Trump Welcomes Stephen Hubbard Back
President Trump welcomed Stephen Hubbard back.
TThe White House 2026-11-01 17:20
Trump says he would run for president again if law allowed
Donald Trump said he would like to seek another presidential term if the law permitted it, noting that the 22nd Amendment’s wording is restrictive. He said he has two years left in office and that much can be done in that time.
TTASS 2026-11-01 16:57
Trump Says He Could Become ‘Mr. Veto’ if Democrats Win Majority
Donald Trump said he might have to become “Mr. Veto” if Democrats win a majority in Tuesday’s midterms, according to a clip of his New York Post interview aired Sunday on Fox News.
Other · 2026 US midterm elections
BBloomberg News 2026-11-01 16:30
Trump slams former lawyer’s $50m deal with pardoned banker’s family
Donald Trump criticised former lawyer Alina Habba Mildon for signing a contract worth more than $50 million with the family of Venezuelan banker Julio Herrera Velutini while she worked at the Justice Department. Trump later pardoned Herrera. Habba Mildon denies involvement in securing the pardon, and the arrangement has prompted conflict-of-interest questions.
AAl Jazeera 2026-11-01 15:50
Trump says US is in no hurry to reach Iran deal
Donald Trump said Washington is not rushing to reach an agreement with Iran. He declined to say whether he expected the United States to return to war with Tehran after the midterm elections.
RReuters 2026-11-01 14:51
Trump says US still has ‘one or two’ targets to ‘take care of’ in Iran
Trump said the US still had “one or two” targets to “take care of” in Iran, with attention turning to a nuclear site.
TTRT World 2026-11-01 03:16
Trump pledged to sharply cut energy costs, but gasoline, diesel and jet fuel prices surged
Donald Trump promised voters angry about inflation that he would bring gasoline prices below $2 a gallon in his first year in office. Instead, gasoline, diesel and jet fuel all surged.
CCNBC 2026-10-31 12:49
Trump tells voters to send El-Sayed ‘back to where he came from’
At a campaign rally, Donald Trump urged voters to send Michigan Democrat Abdul El-Sayed “back to where he came from.” El-Sayed, who was born and raised in Michigan, is running against Republican Mike Rogers.
Party strategy and campaigning
AAl Jazeera 2026-10-31 05:07

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WorldUS threat of ‘economic D-Day’ for Iran tests Trump’s China detente

The Trump administration says it plans to sever every economic lifeline sustaining Iran through what officials call the toughest sanctions campaign yet. Targeting China, Iran’s biggest trade partner and main oil buyer, could trigger serious retaliation from Beijing, leading analysts to question whether Washington will match its rhetoric. China says it remains committed to peace talks, while Iran has threatened retaliation against countries supporting the US measures.

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AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-24 09:10

US threat of ‘economic D-Day’ for Iran tests Trump’s China detente

WorldPakistan’s Munir spoke to Trump ahead of Tehran visit, sources say

Pakistan’s army chief Asim Munir spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump last week, according to three Pakistani sources. The call came days before Munir was expected to hold talks in Tehran on Monday.

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RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-24 08:45

Pakistan’s Munir spoke to Trump ahead of Tehran visit, sources say

EconomyTrump says last-minute deal reached with Canada to delay 50% tariffs

US President Donald Trump says the United States and Canada reached a last-minute deal to delay 50% tariffs on imports from Canada. The two allies traded nearly $1 trillion in goods and services last year despite strained relations, as Trump continues pushing tariffs on his northern neighbours.

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EeuronewsOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-24 08:20

Trump says last-minute deal reached with Canada to delay 50% tariffs

WorldUS sanctions on Iran: Can Trump’s ‘economic D-Day’ achieve its goals?

The United States has sanctioned Iran for nearly 50 years, targeting its oil and gas revenues, financial system, shipping, trading partners and nuclear programme. Despite the pressure, Iran has kept its economy functioning through shadow fleets, alternative currencies and barter networks.

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AAl Jazeera EnglishOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-24 07:27

US sanctions on Iran: Can Trump’s ‘economic D-Day’ achieve its goals?

PoliticsTrump’s Kim gambit deepens doubts over US reliability at a key moment for Asia

Donald Trump’s olive branch to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, offered at the expense of a long-standing ally, is deepening doubts about US reliability at a pivotal moment for security ties in Asia. Partners ranging from Japan to India are reassessing how much they can rely on Washington.

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RReutersOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-24 06:10

Trump’s Kim gambit deepens doubts over US reliability at a key moment for Asia

SportsTrump kicks off IndyCar’s Freedom 250 Grand Prix in Washington, DC

President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump joined about 140,000 spectators at the first IndyCar race on Washington, DC streets, held as the finale of America’s 250th anniversary celebrations. Twenty-five drivers from 14 countries competed, with American Kyle Kirkwood winning. The race was estimated to cost IndyCar $35m and could generate up to $200m for the city, while nonprofits criticized possible vibration damage.

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AAl Jazeera EnglishOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-24 02:11

Trump kicks off IndyCar’s Freedom 250 Grand Prix in Washington, DC

EconomyCan Iran survive Trump's new sanctions?

Iranian leaders are acknowledging economic hardship as the Trump administration prepares what it describes as the toughest sanctions ever imposed on the country. The rial has fallen to a record low against the dollar, compounding pressure from inflation and months of conflict. The question is whether Tehran can withstand another blow or ordinary Iranians will bear the crisis's burden.

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DDW NewsOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-24 01:01

Can Iran survive Trump's new sanctions?

EconomyGlobal National: Aug. 23, 2026 | Trump slams Canada for walking away from trade deal

Trade talks between Canada and the United States collapsed Friday, leaving major uncertainty ahead. The threatened 50% tariffs are now in effect, and Canada is preparing dollar-for-dollar counter-tariffs after Prime Minister Mark Carney accused Trump’s negotiators of demanding too much while offering too little. Trump is now airing his grievances, while the tariffs weigh on Canadian businesses and industries.

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GGlobal NewsOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-23 23:47

Global National: Aug. 23, 2026 | Trump slams Canada for walking away from trade deal

EconomyCanadians unite against Trump trade war, back Carney’s decision to end talks

Punitive new US tariffs on Canadian goods have taken effect after Prime Minister Mark Carney announced an end to trade talks with the Trump administration. Carney said Canada would impose matching counter-tariffs as the trade war escalates. Despite added consumer costs and the impact of Trump’s 50% levy on Canadian businesses and industries, many Canadians appear united in opposition.

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GGlobal NewsOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-23 22:25

Canadians unite against Trump trade war, back Carney’s decision to end talks

PoliticsTrump secures major win with ballroom construction

Fox News correspondent Lucas Tomlinson discusses President Trump’s continuation of ballroom construction after the Supreme Court ruling, along with the Freedom 250 IndyCar race in Washington, D.C.

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FFox NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-23 22:00

Trump secures major win with ballroom construction