Trump says "armada" of warships is headed toward Iran "just in case"

President Trump indicated he's watching the Iranian regime's response to massive protests that began late last month.

• Jan 23

Trump outrages NATO allies with remarks on war in Afghanistan

European veterans, families of the fallen, and politicians are voicing outrage over Trump's claim NATO allies stayed behind the front lines in Afghanistan.

• Jan 23

Josh Shapiro recalls "strange conversation" with Trump after arson attack

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro said President Trump called him after the April 2025 arson attack at his home in Harrisburg. He recalled the "strange conversation" he had with Mr. Trump to CBS News senior correspondent Norah O'Donnell for "CBS Sunday Morning."

• Jan 23

U.S. sanctions "shadow fleet" used to transport Iranian oil

The Treasury Department announced it's sanctioning nine vessels that transport Iranian oil, as well as the ships' owners.

• Jan 23

General strike, rally, marches in Minnesota Friday to protest ICE

Hundreds of businesses in the Twin Cities were closed Friday to protest the presence of federal immigration agents in Minnesota, as thousands of demonstrators took to the streets of downtown Minneapolis in a show of solidarity.

• Jan 23

Vance acknowledges Minnesota Department of Corrections cooperating with ICE

Vice President JD Vance's acknowledgement came after he implored state leaders to help deescalate the situation in Minneapolis.

• Jan 22

Trump says Board of Peace is withdrawing its invite to Canada

President Trump said Thursday that Canada is no longer invited to join his international Board of Peace, following days of tension between the president and the U.S.'s northern neighbor.

• Jan 22

Judge skeptical of Trump's arguments he has proper authority to build ballroom

A historic preservation nonprofit is trying to block ongoing construction of Trump's new White House ballroom.

• Jan 22

U.S. completes withdrawal from World Health Organization

One year after President Trump announced it, the U.S. has finalized its withdrawal from the World Health Organization. Infectious disease experts call the decision "scientifically reckless."

• Jan 22

White House posts an altered photo of Minnesota protester's arrest

The image, which an expert said was likely altered with AI, sparked backlash online. The White House doubled down, saying, "The memes will continue."

• Jan 24

TikTok finalizes deal to form new U.S. entity to avoid ban

A year ago, a law that effectively banned TikTok in the U.S. went into effect, though President Trump has not enforced it.

• Jan 23

OMB seeks list of federal funding for 14 blue states and D.C., documents show

The Office of Management and Budget is seeking data about federal funding to 14 states and localities led by Democrats, including information from universities, and nonprofits within those states.

• Jan 22

Trump sues JPMorgan Chase, Jamie Dimon for $5B, alleging "political" debanking

JPMorgan Chase says President Trump's lawsuit "has no merit."

• Jan 22

Sen. Klobuchar takes first step in run for Minn. governor, source says

United States Sen. Amy Klobuchar​ has made the first steps in a Minnesota gubernatorial campaign, a source close to the senator tells WCCO.

• Jan 22

School officials say 5-year-old was ICE "bait." DHS says he was abandoned.

The Department of Homeland Security disputes a Minnesota school district's claims that ICE agents used a 5-year-old boy as bait​ before taking the boy and his father into custody Wednesday.

• Jan 23

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