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 2026-11-05. 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 says war was ‘largely true’ cause of midterm loss
After the US midterm elections, Trump said it was “largely true” that the war had led to the loss. Glenn Alexander Crowther, a senior fellow at the Center for European Policy Analysis, analyzed the midterms.
Party strategy and campaigning
TTRT World 2026-11-05 03:01
Iran war live: Trump says war caused election wipeout but he ‘had to do it’
Trump acknowledges that the Iran war was “largely” responsible for Republicans’ US election wipeout, while insisting he “had to do it.”
AAl Jazeera 2026-11-05 00:00
Trump blames Iran war for Republican midterm losses
Donald Trump said the war in Iran likely contributed to Republican setbacks in the midterm elections, with higher gasoline prices affecting voters. Despite the political fallout, he remained defiant, saying he would “do it again” regarding Iran.
Party strategy and campaigning
AAl Jazeera 2026-11-04 23:30
Trump discusses ballroom and arch after election defeat
Bloomberg’s Jeff Mason discusses the White House response to Republican midterm losses, Trump’s focus on the ballroom, and his acknowledgment that higher gasoline prices linked to the Iran war contributed to the defeat.
BBloomberg Television 2026-11-04 23:29
Trump dismisses prospect of replacing Hegseth amid Iran war fallout
Trump rejected the prospect of replacing Hegseth as Republicans contend with the political fallout from the eight-month war with Iran.
AABC News 2026-11-04 23:16
Trump praises White House ballroom after midterm wipeout
Donald Trump made his first in-person appearance since Democrats’ landslide midterm victory at the site of his White House ballroom project, where he spoke at length about his renovation work in Washington.
Other · 2026 US midterm elections
BBloomberg News 2026-11-04 23:15
Trump says Iran war drove up gas prices and affected the results
Omid Memarian, a senior Iran analyst at DAWN, analyzes the US midterms.
Party strategy and campaigning
TTRT World 2026-11-04 22:51
Trump and Vance blame Iran war for midterm losses
Donald Trump said it was “largely true” that the Iran war was responsible for sweeping Republican losses in the US midterms. Vice-President JD Vance had earlier written on social media that “the reason we lost is the war.” Trump said he has no plans for immediate strikes on Iran after the vote, while the region remains alert to possible further military action.
Party strategy and campaigning
BBBC News 2026-11-04 22:30
Vance blames Iran war for GOP midterm defeat; Trump says he would ‘do it again’
An ABC News voter poll found that 34% of voters said the war was “crucial” to their vote.
Party strategy and campaigning
AABC News 2026-11-04 21:42
US midterm results live: Trump blames Iran war after losses
A Democratic landslide has shaken US politics, while several tightly contested races remain undecided. Trump blamed the Iran war for the losses.
Party strategy and campaigning
AAl Jazeera 2026-11-04 21:00

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HealthDoctors say Trump’s a la carte vaccination approach would harm families

Doctors warn that the a la carte approach to childhood vaccinations outlined in President Donald Trump’s executive order could hurt families rather than help them. The order seeks to reshape how the federal government handles childhood jabs. Medical professionals are raising concerns about the direction of the policy. The dispute centers on an approach that would make vaccination choices more individualized for families.

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CCNNOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-11 07:00

Doctors say Trump’s a la carte vaccination approach would harm families

WorldReports: Trump hid in catering container to board secret flight from Turkey amid Iran threat

Donald Trump reportedly used an elaborate deception to leave Turkey for Britain on a secret military flight last month. The operation allegedly followed an Iranian assassination threat while he was attending a Nato summit in Ankara. Although television cameras showed him boarding the older Air Force One, a US official said he was later moved through the airport in a catering truck normally used for meals and other supplies. The president was reportedly concealed inside a catering container before boarding a smaller aircraft, while the White House said he was flying home on Air Force One.

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TThe GuardianOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-11 06:46

Reports: Trump hid in catering container to board secret flight from Turkey amid Iran threat

HealthPresident Trump changes child vaccination policy, draws criticism

US President Donald Trump signed an executive order reducing the types of vaccines recommended for children. He also advanced claims suggesting a connection between vaccines and autism. Experts have strongly criticized the claims, saying it is clear that no such link exists.

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NNHK NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-11 06:13

President Trump changes child vaccination policy, draws criticism

SportsTrump says replacing FIFA chief Infantino could be a ‘terrible mistake’

US President Donald Trump warned that replacing FIFA chief Gianni Infantino could be a “terrible mistake.” He said the FIFA World Cup would never again be as successful or profitable if Infantino left his position. Trump’s comments directly linked the tournament’s future performance to Infantino remaining in the role.

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TTASSOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-08-11 06:11

Trump says replacing FIFA chief Infantino could be a ‘terrible mistake’

WorldMiddle East: Trump reportedly took secret flight out of Turkey over Iran threat

Donald Trump reportedly left the NATO summit in Turkey using an elaborate ruse. The reported departure came amid what was described as a credible assassination threat linked to Iran. At the same time, oil prices moved higher as expectations of a deal concerning the Strait of Hormuz weakened. DW reports on the security concerns and the fading hopes for an agreement.

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DDWOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-11 06:05

Middle East: Trump reportedly took secret flight out of Turkey over Iran threat

SportsTrump warns FIFA would make a ‘terrible mistake’ by replacing Infantino

US President Donald Trump has come to FIFA president Gianni Infantino’s defense. Trump warned that football’s governing body would make a “terrible mistake” if it replaced Infantino. His comments amount to an explicit expression of support for Infantino’s continued leadership of FIFA.

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FFrance 24Original★★★☆☆2026-08-11 05:30

Trump warns FIFA would make a ‘terrible mistake’ by replacing Infantino

EconomyTrump’s media company reports $238m loss

Trump Media & Technology Group reported a loss of $238m. The company earned less than $2m in the second quarter. Its results highlight a sharp gap between the reported loss and quarterly earnings.

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AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-11 04:52

Trump’s media company reports $238m loss

WorldHopes for a Hormuz deal fade as Trump demands Iranian reparations

US President Donald Trump responded Monday to Iran’s conditions for a peace deal by putting forward demands of his own. He called for Iran to compensate people killed in wars, attacks and protests. The rhetorical escalation is likely to complicate efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, causing hopes for an agreement to fade.

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CCGTNOriginal★★★★☆2026-08-11 04:24

Hopes for a Hormuz deal fade as Trump demands Iranian reparations

SportsTrump defends Infantino as UEFA-led schism with FIFA deepens

US President Donald Trump has voiced support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino as pressure on the football governing body’s leader grows. A widening revolt is threatening Infantino’s leadership, while a UEFA-led split with FIFA becomes increasingly pronounced. Trump’s backing places him alongside Infantino as the dispute intensifies. The development highlights mounting challenges to Infantino’s position at FIFA.

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BBloomberg NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-11 04:20

Trump defends Infantino as UEFA-led schism with FIFA deepens

EconomyTrump media company announces massive loss and new turnaround effort

The president’s media company reported a massive loss in its latest quarter. It plans to abandon newly added business lines as part of a fresh turnaround effort. The company instead intends to refocus as a forum where users can post their views. The shift puts user expression back at the center of its business direction.

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TThe Associated PressOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-11 03:00

Trump media company announces massive loss and new turnaround effort