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Trump to sign executive order banning transgender athletes from women's sports

Trump to sign executive order banning transgender athletes from women’s sports, directing DOJ to enforce.
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President Donald Trump speaks with reporters after signing two executive orders in the Oval Office of the White House, Feb. 4, 2025 in Washington.
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Democrats threaten to obstruct Trump's agenda over Musk's DOGE efforts

Democratic lawmakers protested Elon Musk’s sweeping influence over the government with protests, proposed legislation and other attempts to obstruct Trump's agenda.
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Demonstrators rally outside the U.S. Treasury Department after it was reported billionaire Elon Musk, who is heading U.S. President Donald Trump's drive to shrink the federal government, has gained access to Treasury's federal payments system that sends out more than $6 trillion per year in payments on behalf of federal agencies and contains the personal information of millions of Americans, in Washington, Feb. 4, 2025.
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Trump says US will 'take over' Gaza: 'We'll own it'

He said the U.S. would "level the site" and create "an economic development."
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U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during a joint press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the East Room at the White House in Washington, Feb. 4, 2025.
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Trump's China tariffs could drive up these prices

Trump slapped a 10% tariff on China this week.
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President Donald Trump speaks with reporters after signing two executive orders in the Oval Office of the White House, Feb. 4, 2025 in Washington.
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Tulsi Gabbard clears key vote on nomination for director of national intelligence

Sens. Susan Collins, James Lankford and Todd Young said they'll vote to confirm the DNI nominee.
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Tulsi Gabbard, President Donald Trump's nominee to be director of national intelligence, attends to testify before a Senate Intelligence Committee confirmation hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, Jan. 30, 2025.
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Judge to consider future of Trump's order blocking birthright citizenship

A federal judge in Maryland is set to consider whether President Trump will be able to redefine birthright citizenship as stated in the Fourteenth Amendment.
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President Donald Trump speaks to the press after signing an executive order to create a US sovereign wealth fund, in the Oval Office of the White House, Feb. 3, 2025, in Washington.
3 hours ago

Families and doctors sue over Trump's order to halt funding for gender-affirming care

President Donald Trump's effort to ban federal funding for gender-affirming care for young people is facing a legal challenge
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Ann B. Brown, center, holds up a sign during a rally demanding that NYU Langone commit to providing gender-affirming care for transgender youth following an executive order by President Donald Trump aimed at cutting federal funding, Monday, Feb. 3, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Heather Khalifa)
February 5, 2025 at 3:51 AM

Trump picks RFK Jr., Tulsi Gabbard pass key votes

Kennedy's controversial nomination to lead the Department of Health and Human Services and Gabbard's nomination for director of national intelligence cleared Senate committees on Tuesday.
February 5, 2025 at 3:51 AM
VIDEO: Trump picks RFK Jr., Tulsi Gabbard pass key votes
February 5, 2025 at 3:51 AM

Trump says US will ‘take over’ Gaza Strip

During Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's White House visit, the president said he wants to see the U.S. take responsibility for making the region safe and creating economic development.
February 5, 2025 at 3:51 AM
VIDEO: Trump says US will ‘take over’ Gaza Strip
February 5, 2025 at 3:30 AM

Trump's record-breaking executive actions prompt lawsuits, outrage

President Donald Trump shattered the record for most executive orders signed on his first day in office.
February 5, 2025 at 3:30 AM
President Donald Trump holds an executive order he just signed during the inaugural parade, in Washington, DC, on January 20, 2025.
February 5, 2025 at 1:46 AM

Trump's tariffs will cause pain at the pump for Americans: Experts

While President Donald Trump campaigned on a pledge to lower fuel prices, energy experts predicted that his pending tariffs would increase prices at the gas pump.
February 5, 2025 at 1:46 AM
The flags of Canada and the United States fly outside a hotel in downtown Ottawa, Feb. 1, 2025.
February 5, 2025 at 1:15 AM

The Big Story: Trump meets with Netanyahu

Plus, the latest on federal job cuts and Waffle House’s surcharge on eggs.
February 5, 2025 at 1:15 AM
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February 5, 2025 at 1:15 AM

Trump: 'The US will take over the Gaza Strip'

In a press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, President Donald Trump discussed the U.S. potentially taking an “ownership position” in rebuilding the Gaza Strip.
February 5, 2025 at 1:15 AM
Trump: 'The US will take over the Gaza Strip'
February 5, 2025 at 12:39 AM

Trump, Netanyahu meet at White House

President Donald Trump hosted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House on Tuesday to discuss the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal and regional conflict.
February 5, 2025 at 12:39 AM
Trump, Netanyahu meet at White House
February 5, 2025 at 12:38 AM

Trump continues to push idea that Gazans should leave Gaza

President Donald Trump doubled down on his belief that Gazans should be relocated out of the country while taking questions at the White House with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
February 5, 2025 at 12:38 AM
Trump continues to push idea that Gazans should leave Gaza
February 5, 2025 at 12:38 AM

Over 20K federal workers have taken Trump administration’s buyout offer

The administration had previously said they hoped 5 to 10% of the federal workforce would take the offer to announce retirement now and receive pay and benefits through Sept. 30.
February 5, 2025 at 12:38 AM
Over 20K federal workers have taken Trump administration’s buyout offer
February 4, 2025 at 11:40 PM

Trump begins slew of executive actions on immigration, economy, other programs

President Trump, starting his second term, began a slew of executive actions by rescinding 78 Biden-era executive orders, executive actions, and presidential memoranda.
February 4, 2025 at 11:40 PM
President Donald Trump holds up an executive orders after signing it during an indoor inauguration parade at Capital One Arena, Jan. 20, 2025, in Washington, D.C.
February 4, 2025 at 10:46 PM

Trump nominates 'Sharpiegate' scientist to lead NOAA

President Donald Trump has nominated Neil Jacobs, an atmospheric scientist, to lead the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
February 4, 2025 at 10:46 PM
Neil Jacobs, acting administrator for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, speaks at NOAA's 2019 Hurricane Season Outlook press conference, May 23, 2019, in Arlington, Va.
February 4, 2025 at 10:21 PM

What do Americans think about Musk's attempts to cut government?

A 538 politics chat on Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency.
February 4, 2025 at 10:21 PM
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February 4, 2025 at 10:16 PM

Kash Patel, Trump's pick for FBI director, made at least $2.6M in 2024

Kash Patel, President Trump's pick for FBI director, made at least $2.6 million in the past year from consulting and media deals, his latest financial disclosure shows.
February 4, 2025 at 10:16 PM
Kash Patel, President Donald Trump's choice to be director of the FBI, appears before the Senate Judiciary Committee for his confirmation hearing, at the Capitol in Washington, Jan. 30, 2025.
February 4, 2025 at 10:01 PM

Fiancée of pilot calls Trump’s DEI allegations ‘entirely inappropriate’

For family and friends of Jonathan Campos -- the captain of AA Flight 5342 -- the feelings of grief that followed the news of his death were quickly replaced by anger.
February 4, 2025 at 10:01 PM
For family and friends of Jonathan Campos -- the captain of AA Flight 5342 -- the feelings of grief that followed the news of his death were quickly replaced by anger.
February 4, 2025 at 10:00 PM

Trump says he's given instructions to 'obliterate' Iran over assassination threats

President Trump, who signed an executive order that took aim at Iran, was asked about the threats the nation has made against him. The president said they "would be obliterated" if they did that.
February 4, 2025 at 10:00 PM
President Donald Trump, who signed an EO that took aim at Iran, was asked about the threats the nation has made against him.  The president said they "would be obliterated" if they did that.
February 4, 2025 at 9:39 PM

Bill Gates reacts to Elon Musk’s influence on Trump presidency

Bill Gates discusses his three-hour dinner with President Donald Trump, tech taking a front-row seat at Trump's second inauguration, and Elon Musk’s efforts to shut down government agency USAID.
February 4, 2025 at 9:39 PM
VIDEO: Bill Gates reacts to Elon Musk’s influence on Trump presidency
February 4, 2025 at 9:37 PM

Trump Tariffs 'devastating to farmers,' says Iowa livestock farmer

Matt Russell, a live stock farmer from Iowa, discusses the potential impact for farmers from President Trump's sweeping tariffs.
February 4, 2025 at 9:37 PM
VIDEO: Trump Tariffs 'devastating to farmers,' says Iowa livestock farmer
February 4, 2025 at 9:31 PM

Trump's tariffs threaten job losses, experts say. These may be the hardest hit

President Donald Trump has proposed 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico, and 10% tariffs on China.
February 4, 2025 at 9:31 PM
Trump's tariffs threaten job losses, experts say. These may be the hardest hit
February 4, 2025 at 9:24 PM

Lawsuit filed by transgender young adults, teens against Trump executive order

Transgender young adults and families with transgender youth have sued against an executive order from the Trump administration that restricts gender-affirming care.
February 4, 2025 at 9:24 PM
President Donald Trump speaks as he signs an executive order in the Oval Office of the White House, Feb. 3, 2025, in Washington.
February 4, 2025 at 9:20 PM

Trump to urge universities to 'monitor,' 'report' Israel-Hamas protesters

President Donald Trump's executive order calls on institutions of higher education are called on to "monitor for and report activities by alien students and staff."
February 4, 2025 at 9:20 PM
Protestors wave Palestinian flags on the West Lawn of Columbia University in New York City, April 29, 2024.
February 4, 2025 at 7:15 PM

Trump planning to attend Super Bowl in New Orleans

President Donald Trump is planning to attend the Super Bowl in New Orleans on Sunday, marking the first time a sitting president will appear at the game.
February 4, 2025 at 7:15 PM
The Kansas City Chiefs participate during Super Bowl LIX Opening Night, Feb. 3, 2025, in New Orleans.
February 4, 2025 at 7:04 PM

Trump order to dismantle the education department in the works, sources say

President Trump could soon sign an executive order directing the secretary of education to dismantle the federal Department of Education, sources told ABC News.
February 4, 2025 at 7:04 PM
President Donald Trump talks to reporters after signing an executive order in the Oval Office, Jan. 31, 2025, in Washington.
February 4, 2025 at 6:45 PM

Trump's tariffs could cause US layoffs, experts say. Here are the jobs at risk

President Donald Trump has proposed 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico, and 10% tariffs on China.
February 4, 2025 at 6:45 PM
President Donald Trump speaks before signing an executive order in the Oval Office of the White House, Feb. 3, 2025, in Washington.
February 4, 2025 at 4:26 PM

What happens when a federal worker accepts Trump's deferred resignation offer?

Following the Office of Personnel Management's offer of a buyout for federal employees, ABC News spoke with one employee who explained how the process is going so far.
February 4, 2025 at 4:26 PM
President Donald Trump talks to reporters from the Resolute Desk after signing an executive order to appoint the deputy administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration in the Oval Office at the White House on January 30, 2025 in Washington.
February 4, 2025 at 4:09 PM

Trump executive order aims to restrict transgender care access for people under 19

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to restrict gender-affirming care for people under the age of 19.
February 4, 2025 at 4:09 PM
President Donald Trump speaks at the 2025 House Republican Members Conference Dinner at Trump National Doral Miami in Doral, Fla., Jan. 27, 2025.
February 4, 2025 at 3:42 PM

Trump signs order to create first-ever US sovereign wealth fund: Here's what to know

President Donald Trump on Monday made good on another campaign promise, signing an executive order to create the first-ever U.S. sovereign wealth fund.
February 4, 2025 at 3:42 PM
President Donald Trump signs an executive order in the Oval Office of the White House, Feb. 3, 2025, in Washington.
February 4, 2025 at 3:31 PM

Trump, Netanyahu meeting will ‘shape and change’ Middle East

Israel’s Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel discusses Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s upcoming meeting with President Donald Trump.
February 4, 2025 at 3:31 PM
VIDEO: Trump, Netanyahu meeting will ‘shape and change’ Middle East
February 4, 2025 at 3:31 PM

Trump signs executive order to create 1st US sovereign wealth fund

ABC News’ Alexis Christoforous reports on the investment funds that are owned by a national government as a way to stabilize the country’s economy through diversified investments.
February 4, 2025 at 3:31 PM
VIDEO: Trump signs executive order to create 1st US sovereign wealth fund
February 4, 2025 at 2:53 PM

How Trump’s tariff plan for China could impact online shopping

New tariffs get rid of a loophole, called de minimis exemption, where a Chinese retailer could ship up to $800 in goods directly to U.S. customers duty free.
February 4, 2025 at 2:53 PM
VIDEO: How Trump’s tariff plan for China could impact online shopping
February 4, 2025 at 2:41 PM

Trump finalizing plans to dismantle Department of Education

President Donald Trump is weighing an executive order to direct his education secretary to submit a proposal to dismantle the agency and call on Congress to eliminate it, sources tell ABC News.
February 4, 2025 at 2:41 PM
VIDEO: Trump finalizing plans to dismantle Department of Education
February 4, 2025 at 2:30 PM

China strikes back at Trump, retaliating with tariffs as it 'firmly opposes' US plan

President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are expected to talk in "the next couple days," White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Monday.
February 4, 2025 at 2:30 PM
In this file photo, then-U.S. President Donald Trump and China's President Xi Jinping shake hands ahead of their bilateral meeting during the G20 leaders summit in Osaka, Japan, June 29, 2019.
February 4, 2025 at 2:18 PM

Trump to hold private dinner with Republican senators at Mar-A-Lago on Friday

ABC News has exclusively obtained President Donald Trump's invitation to Republican senators and their spouses for dinner at Mar-A-Lago this Friday.
February 4, 2025 at 2:18 PM
President Donald Trump answers a question after signing an executive order in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, Jan. 31, 2025.
February 4, 2025 at 1:28 PM

China fires back after Trump's 10% tariffs go into effect

Beijing has retaliated to President Donald Trump's tariffs with tariffs on American goods including coal, liquified natural gas, crude oil, agricultural machinery and pickup trucks.
February 4, 2025 at 1:28 PM
VIDEO: China fires back after Trump's 10 percent tariffs go into effect
February 4, 2025 at 1:28 AM

'This is a constitutional crisis': Democrats blast Musk and Trump over USAID

Congressional Democrats blast Elon Musk and President Trump over attempts to shut down USAID, claiming they're causing chaos and harming national security.
February 4, 2025 at 1:28 AM
Rep. Jamie Raskin speaks outside the U.S. Agency for International Development building in Washington, Feb. 3, 2025.
February 4, 2025 at 12:59 AM

Trump pauses 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada for a month

A looming tariff threat sent markets tumbling before trading began Monday, but a truce was called after last-minute talks between U.S. President Donald Trump and the leaders of Mexico and Canada.
February 4, 2025 at 12:59 AM
VIDEO: Trump pauses 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada for a month
February 4, 2025 at 12:03 AM

Trump pauses tariffs on Mexico and Canada after reaching new deals

The U.S. has paused for one month the implementation of tariffs on Canada and Mexico following President Donald Trump's conversations with each nation's leaders on Monday.
February 4, 2025 at 12:03 AM
Trump pauses tariffs on Mexico and Canada after reaching new deals
February 3, 2025 at 10:29 PM

US pauses tariffs on Mexico, Canada for a month

Trump told reporters on Sunday he planned to speak with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum on Monday.
February 3, 2025 at 10:29 PM
President Donald Trump speaks to the press as he signs an executive order to create a U.S. sovereign wealth fund, in the Oval Office of the White House, Feb. 3, 2025, in Washington.
February 3, 2025 at 10:16 PM

Dow and S&P 500 recover some losses after Trump pauses tariffs on Mexico

Trump paused the tariffs on Mexico for one month following a conversation with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, prompting the stock market to recover some of its losses.
February 3, 2025 at 10:16 PM
VIDEO:  Dow and S&P 500 recover some losses after Trump pauses tariffs on Mexico
February 3, 2025 at 10:09 PM

Dow and S&P 500 recover some losses after Trump pauses tariffs on Mexico

Tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China set the stage for a potential trade war.
February 3, 2025 at 10:09 PM
Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) at the opening bell on Jan. 30, 2025, in New York City.
February 3, 2025 at 9:59 PM

Turmoil inside USAID as Musk calls the agency 'criminal' and says it 'has to die'

Amid ongoing turmoil inside the U.S. Agency for International Development, sources say that Department of Government Efficiency staffers have moved to take over offices.
February 3, 2025 at 9:59 PM
Tesla, SpaceX and X CEO Elon Musk arrives for the Inauguration of Donald J. Trump in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda, Jan. 20, 2025 in Washington.
February 3, 2025 at 8:53 PM

Manufacturers say tariffs on Mexico and Canada threaten to upend supply chains

Jay Timmons, president and CEO of the National Association of Manufacturers joined ABC News Live to discuss the impact tariffs on Mexico and Canada would have on the manufacturing sector in the U.S.
February 3, 2025 at 8:53 PM
VIDEO: Manufacturers say tariffs on Mexico and Canada threaten to upend supply chains
February 3, 2025 at 7:32 PM

Trump signs new executive orders and proclamations

Among the executive orders was to create a sovereign wealth fund and said it may purchase TikTok.
February 3, 2025 at 7:32 PM
VIDEO: Trump signs new executive orders and proclamations
February 3, 2025 at 7:08 PM

Trump's order seeking to block birthright citizenship to face next legal hurdle

President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship will face its next legal hurdle this week when three separate judges hold hearings on the issue.
February 3, 2025 at 7:08 PM
President Donald Trump speaks to the press after after signing an executive order in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington,  Jan. 31, 2025.