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 2026-10-04. 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
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%
YouGov2026-08-21 – 2026-08-24 registered voters · 1,379	2026-08-21 – 2026-08-24	registered voters · 1,379	40%	57%
YouGov2026-08-21 – 2026-08-24 adults · 1,536	2026-08-21 – 2026-08-24	adults · 1,536	36%	57%

Statements

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

Trump says a united Ireland would be ‘fantastic’ during Dublin visit
US President Donald Trump said he would like to see Ireland unified, calling it a “fantastic” outcome during his visit to Dublin. British Prime Minister Andy Burnham maintains that a referendum on Northern Ireland leaving the UK is not possible while public support is insufficient. Trump’s remarks drew an unfavourable response from London ministers, while anti-war and anti-Trump protests took place in Ireland.
AAl Jazeera 2026-09-12 14:20
Trump says he would like to see Ireland ‘reunified’ during meeting with Taoiseach Martin
During a two-day official visit to Ireland, US President Donald Trump told Taoiseach Martin he would like to see Ireland “reunified.” Trump criticised Europe on trade, energy and immigration, and described European allies’ response to his efforts over the Iran war as “disappointing.”
Eeuronews 2026-09-12 13:33
Trump 'MAKES WAVES' in Ireland on 'deeply divided' topic
Fox News' Alex Hogan reports on President Donald Trump's visit to Ireland, focusing on American business ties there and Trump's comments about unification.
FFox News 2026-09-12 13:30
Trump Says US, Canada Will Probably Reach a Deal ‘Fairly Soon’
President Donald Trump said during a trip to Ireland that the United States and Canada would probably reach a deal fairly soon.
BBloomberg News 2026-09-12 13:30
Donald Trump says he would ‘love’ to see a united Ireland
During his visit to Ireland, Donald Trump said he would “love” to see the island united and that unification would eventually happen, so it might as well happen now. The remarks drew swift opposition from the UK government and Northern Ireland’s unionist leaders, who said the territory’s constitutional future should be decided by its people.
TThe Guardian 2026-09-12 13:06
Trump sees Iran war ending soon after midterm elections, predicts oil prices will then fall sharply
Trump predicted that the Iran war would end soon after the midterm elections, followed by a sharp drop in oil prices. Oil prices retreated Friday on hopes that negotiations could resume, but still posted steep weekly gains after surging above $100 a barrel.
CCNBC 2026-09-12 13:02
Trump Says US, Canada Will Probably Reach Deal ‘Fairly Soon’
President Donald Trump said he was optimistic that the trade war between the US and Canada could be resolved “fairly soon.” He offered no details on whether formal talks between the two economies had resumed.
BBloomberg News 2026-09-12 13:00
Trump says Iran was 'probably' behind attack that shut Saudi oil pipeline
US President Donald Trump said Iran was “probably” behind an attack on a vital oil pipeline in Saudi Arabia, forcing the pipeline to close.
CCNN 2026-09-12 12:30
Trump Signals US Wants Distance From Iran War
President Donald Trump is downplaying the prospects of renewed peace talks with Iran and wider US involvement, even as Houthi activity adds another escalation point to the conflict. Bloomberg News White House Correspondent Jeff Mason discusses Trump’s remarks during his trip to Ireland.
BBloomberg Television 2026-09-12 12:14
Trump says US secured Strait of Hormuz and cleared all mines, warns of Iran’s nuclear capabilities
Donald Trump says the US has secured the Strait of Hormuz and cleared its mines. During his visit to Ireland, he highlighted American military strength while warning about Iran’s nuclear capabilities.
AAl Jazeera English 2026-09-12 12:11

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PoliticsExclusive: Trump envoy blasts South Africa over hateful ‘kill’ chant, says country is drifting toward US foes

U.S. Ambassador to South Africa L. Brent Bozell III criticized President Cyril Ramaphosa for refusing to condemn the “Kill the Boer! Kill the farmer!” chant. He spoke after South Africa’s foreign ministry summoned him over alleged undiplomatic conduct, and said Pretoria had ignored some Trump administration demands while moving closer to Iran, Russia and China.

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FFox NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-04 11:33

Exclusive: Trump envoy blasts South Africa over hateful ‘kill’ chant, says country is drifting toward US foes

PoliticsTrump calls for permanent daylight saving time

The panel on ‘The Big Weekend Show’ discusses President Donald Trump’s remarks on the conflict with Iran and his call to make daylight saving time permanent.

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FFox NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-04 07:30

Trump calls for permanent daylight saving time

SportsTyson Fury wants to invite Trump to lead ring walk before Joshua fight

Former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury says he will invite US President Donald Trump to lead his ring walk before his December 11 fight with Anthony Joshua in Cardiff. Fury calls the bout preparation for a potential trilogy fight with Oleksandr Usyk, who has beaten him twice.

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AAl JazeeraOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-04 07:21

Tyson Fury wants to invite Trump to lead ring walk before Joshua fight

PoliticsTrump offers a ‘SIGN OF RESPECT’ ahead of midterms

Donald Trump offers what he calls a “sign of respect” ahead of the midterm elections. Former presidential counselor Kellyanne Conway discusses the upcoming vote, voter sentiment about the economy and key Senate races.

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FFox NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-04 04:30

Trump offers a ‘SIGN OF RESPECT’ ahead of midterms

PoliticsTrump defiant on midterm prospects as he rallies Republicans in Ohio

US President Donald Trump told a rally in Vandalia, Ohio, that the upcoming November 3 midterm elections would bring a “big surprise” and said Republicans would win by more than critics expect. He campaigned for Jon Husted, Vivek Ramaswamy and other Republicans while promoting AI data centres and defending their development in Ohio.

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AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-04 04:10

Trump defiant on midterm prospects as he rallies Republicans in Ohio

PoliticsTrump pitches company investment to Ohio voters at midterm rally

President Donald Trump highlighted major corporate investment plans in Ohio at a rally in the state, as he works to support Republican candidates in key races before November’s midterm elections.

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BBloomberg NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-04 02:30

Trump pitches company investment to Ohio voters at midterm rally

PoliticsTrump, campaigning in Ohio, says the midterms will bring a ‘big surprise’

President Donald Trump rallied Saturday in Ohio for Republicans competing in Senate and governor’s races. He predicted the party would defy expectations amid a turbulent midterm election climate.

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NNBC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-04 02:22

Trump, campaigning in Ohio, says the midterms will bring a ‘big surprise’

TechTrump taps intelligence chief Clayton as AI czar to lead task force: report

Trump is expected to name intelligence chief Jay Clayton as the White House’s AI czar, according to a report. Clayton would lead the task force.

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TTRT WorldOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-04 02:19

Trump taps intelligence chief Clayton as AI czar to lead task force: report

PoliticsTrump stresses importance of good relations with leaders of nuclear powers

US President Donald Trump said good relations with leaders of major nuclear powers are important. He cited his rapport with Chinese President Xi Jinping and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, while declaring that Iran would never have a nuclear missile. Iranian authorities have repeatedly said they do not seek nuclear weapons.

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TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-04 01:40

Trump stresses importance of good relations with leaders of nuclear powers

SocietyCNN examines immigrant workers’ impact in rural North Dakota

CNN spent a month in Hettinger, North Dakota, examining the impact of immigrant workers and how they were viewed in a rural area where most people voted for President Donald Trump.

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CCNNOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-04 01:31

CNN examines immigrant workers’ impact in rural North Dakota