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 US may strike Iran over activity at suspected nuclear site
US President Donald Trump warned Iran against continuing activity at what is believed to be an underground nuclear facility near Natanz, saying the United States would hit it “very hard.” He said the US might also have to strike Pickaxe Mountain after reports of movement at the site.
TTASS 2026-09-10 03:10
Trump says Iran war will end after Election Day
At the Republican midterm convention in Dallas on Wednesday, President Donald Trump sought to turn one of his biggest political vulnerabilities into an advantage for Republicans, making the war with Iran a central focus of his speech.
NNBC News 2026-09-10 03:02
Trump vows to be at centre of US midterms: Republican convention takeaways
Donald Trump put himself at the centre of the Republican midterm convention, urging supporters to pretend he is on the ballot and promising rallies across competitive states to help retain control of Congress. He also floated a $5,000 dividend for adult citizens if Republicans hold both chambers, while touting his handling of the Iran war.
AAl Jazeera 2026-09-10 03:01
Trump defends Iran war, says US will call Strait of Hormuz ‘Trump Strait’
US President Donald Trump defended the war against Iran and said the United States would call the Strait of Hormuz “Trump Strait.”
TTRT World 2026-09-10 02:56
Trump floats $5,000 dividend for every US adult if Republicans win midterms
Trump has proposed a $5,000 dividend payment to every adult US citizen if Republicans win the midterm elections.
BBloomberg News 2026-09-10 02:48
Middle East live: Trump warns Iran ‘not to get cute’ over Pickaxe Mountain activity
President Donald Trump said the United States could strike Iran’s Pickaxe Mountain and warned Tehran “not to get cute.” He added that oil prices driven up by the Iran war may not fall until after the US midterm elections, while his advisers warned the conflict could last through the rest of his presidency.
FFrance 24 2026-09-10 02:46
Trump says tariffs have brought in trillions of dollars
Communication strategist Dan Rene analyzes Donald Trump’s speech at the Republican Midterm Convention, in which Trump says tariffs have brought in trillions of dollars.
TTRT World 2026-09-10 02:44
Trump says activity seen at Iran’s Pickaxe Mountain, urges Tehran ‘not to get cute’
President Donald Trump said the United States may strike Iran’s Pickaxe Mountain and urged Tehran to act cautiously.
RReuters 2026-09-10 02:40
Trump suggests renaming Strait of Hormuz ‘Trump Strait’
US President Donald Trump proposed renaming the Strait of Hormuz the “Trump Strait” and said he would announce the move at the Republican midterm convention in Texas. He also said he was convinced oil prices would fall after the United States wins the war with Iran, again claiming that the US controls the key oil route.
TTASS 2026-09-10 02:30
Trump claims U.S. adults will get a $5,000 ‘dividend’ if Republicans win midterms
Speaking at the Republican midterm convention, President Donald Trump said every adult U.S. citizen would receive a $5,000 “dividend” if Republicans win the November midterm elections. He said the money would have to be spent in the United States.
NNBC News 2026-09-10 02:30

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TechTrump announces establishment of Super Intelligence Force

US President Donald Trump announced the creation of the Super Intelligence Force to coordinate federal efforts on artificial intelligence. He said it would bring together government agencies, consumers, public and religious organizations, critical infrastructure providers and technology companies, and produce a report on AI risks, opportunities and federal responsibilities within four months.

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TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-04 17:38

Trump announces establishment of Super Intelligence Force

PoliticsComedians roast Trump for making the midterms all about him

Roy Wood Jr. and the comedian panel on “Have I Got News For You” mock Donald Trump’s midterm-election strategy, his “God made Trump” advertisement and Pete Hegseth’s “State of the Force” address. The show also discusses Ken Paxton’s sharp decline in popularity.

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CCNNOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-10-04 17:02

Comedians roast Trump for making the midterms all about him

PoliticsNew taxpayer-funded TV ads featuring Trump spark backlash

ABC News Capitol Hill correspondent Jay O’Brien reports on the controversy and legal questions surrounding new taxpayer-funded television ads featuring Donald Trump on “This Week.”

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AABC NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-04 16:40

New taxpayer-funded TV ads featuring Trump spark backlash

PoliticsTrump Campaigns in Red States as Fed Releases September Rate-Hike Minutes

Bloomberg’s weekend program covers Donald Trump’s campaigning in red states and the Federal Reserve’s minutes from its September rate hike. Guests include Taiwan’s representative to the United States, Schwab’s head of macro research and strategy, and the US attorney general. The program also notes a decline in Brent crude after G7 news.

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BBloomberg TelevisionOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-04 16:35

Trump Campaigns in Red States as Fed Releases September Rate-Hike Minutes

EconomyTrump aide Hassett says Powell should ‘move on’ from Fed board

President Donald Trump’s chief economic adviser, Kevin Hassett, urged former Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell to leave the central bank’s board. The call followed an internal report that cited management failures in the renovation of its headquarters.

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BBloomberg NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-04 16:30

Trump aide Hassett says Powell should ‘move on’ from Fed board

PoliticsConcerns Loom Over Trump’s Midterm Push

Bloomberg correspondents examine President Donald Trump’s midterm campaign drive as Republicans defend increasingly competitive races in states such as Ohio and Alaska. Voter worries over the cost of living, the Iran war and data centers are shaping the effort to rally Republican supporters ahead of November.

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BBloomberg TelevisionOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-04 16:19

Concerns Loom Over Trump’s Midterm Push

PoliticsLula, Bolsonaro Face Off in Brazil as Trump Pitches Ohio Investments

Bloomberg highlights the presidential showdown between Lula and Bolsonaro in Brazil, along with Trump’s pitch for investments in Ohio.

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BBloomberg NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-04 15:30

Lula, Bolsonaro Face Off in Brazil as Trump Pitches Ohio Investments

TechTrump unveils new ‘Super Intelligence Force’

Donald Trump has unveiled a new “Super Intelligence Force” task force, his latest response to the debate over AI safety.

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TTechCrunchOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-04 15:15

Trump unveils new ‘Super Intelligence Force’

PoliticsTrump nominates John Coale as hostage affairs envoy

US President Donald Trump has nominated his envoy for Belarus, John Coale, as special presidential envoy for hostage affairs with ambassadorial rank. Trump said Coale helped secure the return of more than 65 Americans and allied citizens from Belarus and negotiated the release of over 800 political prisoners in Eastern Europe. The nomination requires Senate approval.

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TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-04 14:40

Trump nominates John Coale as hostage affairs envoy

PoliticsTrump heads to Ohio for midterm rally

With a month remaining before the midterm elections and prices rising for Americans, President Donald Trump is traveling to Ohio as he tours states once viewed as safe wins for Republican candidates.

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AABC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-04 14:30

Trump heads to Ohio for midterm rally