May
01.05.2025
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Thursday
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Signal Crisis Reshuffles National Security Team

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The U.S.-Ukraine minerals deal, signed after Trump pressured Kyiv to "pay back" American support, dominated morning coverage. The agreement provides the U.S. preferential access to Ukraine's rare earth minerals reserves.

By midday, economic concerns intensified with warnings about impending supply chain disruptions from China tariffs. CNN compared potential shortages to pandemic-era disruptions.

The afternoon brought a major national security shake-up after National Security Adviser Michael Waltz was removed following what media called "Signalgate" – accidentally adding a journalist to sensitive Signal chats. Waltz was reassigned as UN Ambassador nominee, with Secretary of State Rubio assuming the NSA role temporarily.

Late day coverage included a federal judge ruling Trump's use of the Alien Enemies Act for deportations unlawful, continuing judicial pushback against immigration policies. May Day protests against Trump policies occurred nationwide, with worker demonstrations focusing on economic inequality.
02.05.2025
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Friday
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Trump Axes Media and Harvard Funding

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Trump issued an executive order eliminating federal funding for NPR and PBS, following Project 2025 recommendations. PBS and NPR leadership challenged the move as "blatantly unlawful." Trump then announced plans to revoke Harvard University's tax-exempt status, which Harvard's president called "highly illegal." Democrats urged an investigation into this action.

The administration released its 2026 budget proposal, calling for $163 billion in cuts to social programs while increasing military spending by $1 trillion and boosting Homeland Security by $44 billion. Republicans expressed reluctance to support even a fraction of the DOGE commission's proposed cuts.

The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court to grant DOGE access to Social Security data, raising privacy concerns. Meanwhile, April's job report showed 177,000 jobs added, exceeding expectations despite tariff uncertainty. U.S.-China trade relations remained tense, with conflicting reports about potential negotiations.
03.05.2025
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Saturday
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Buffett Retires As Trump Budget Cuts Social Security

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Trump's 2026 budget proposal calling for sharp cuts to social programs dominated morning coverage, with Common Dreams highlighting impacts on Social Security while Republicans reportedly expressed reluctance to implement the cuts. Economic tensions continued as Trump dismissed recession fears despite previous day's GDP contraction, saying "anything can happen" while promising "the greatest economy ever."

By afternoon, new tariffs on auto parts went into effect as Buffett warned against using "trade as a weapon." Border policy tensions escalated between Trump's border czar Tom Homan and critics, including Wisconsin's governor and AOC, whom Homan threatened with legal action.

The evening was dominated by Warren Buffett's surprise retirement announcement at Berkshire Hathaway's annual meeting, where the 94-year-old also criticized Trump's trade policies. Meanwhile, Catholic bishops condemned Trump for an AI-generated image depicting himself as Pope, which circulated widely on social media. The day concluded with Sovereignty winning the Kentucky Derby.
04.05.2025
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Sunday
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Trump Questions Due Process While Warning Buffett Steps Down

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Warren Buffett's retirement announcement dominated early morning coverage, with media noting his humble successor and the end of an investing era. By midday, focus shifted to Trump administration's sweeping budget cuts, particularly to the EPA, NEA, and national parks funding, following earlier cuts to media and Harvard.

Afternoon coverage centered on Trump's NBC interview where he stated "I don't know" when asked if he supports constitutional due process—a statement multiple outlets highlighted throughout the day with escalating concern. Trump also dismissed tariff price increases as "peanuts" and named Vance and Rubio as potential successors in 2028.

International tensions rose with reports of Houthi missiles striking near Ben Gurion Airport, Mexico rejecting Trump's offer to send troops after cartels, and Australia's elections being overshadowed by Trump policies. The controversy over Trump's AI-generated Pope image continued with Catholic rebukes and MAGA supporters expressing disapproval.
05.05.2025
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Monday
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Alcatraz Revival Day

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Trump's announcement to reopen Alcatraz prison dominated morning headlines across the media spectrum, with outlets framing it either as housing "dregs of society" (NY Post) or as "THE CROCK" (HuffPost). By midday, Trump expanded his economic nationalism with a proposed 100% tariff on foreign-made movies, continuing his recent pattern of trade barriers following the previous week's auto parts tariffs.

The administration unveiled a "self-deportation" program offering undocumented immigrants $1,000 and airfare to leave voluntarily, which Rwanda confirmed it was discussing with U.S. officials. The White House also announced sanctions against Harvard University, cutting off new federal research grants—following the previous days' moves against NPR, PBS, and Harvard's tax status.

International tensions escalated as Israel approved a plan to "conquer" Gaza if no hostage deal is reached, while Defense Secretary Hegseth ordered a 20% reduction in four-star generals and admirals.
06.05.2025
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Tuesday
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Canada Refuses Territory Sale As India Strikes Pakistan

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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's first meeting with Trump dominated morning coverage, culminating in Carney's firm "Canada is not for sale" rejection of Trump's 51st state proposal, to which Trump replied "never say never." This confrontation follows Trump's previous day's announcement about reopening Alcatraz and his tariff policies that have strained US-Canada relations.

The Supreme Court allowed Trump's transgender military ban to take effect while legal challenges continue, building on previous days' controversies regarding social policies. Trump also announced an immediate halt to US airstrikes in Yemen.

Evening headlines shifted to rising tensions between nuclear powers India and Pakistan, with India launching missile strikes against "terrorist infrastructure" following a militant attack in Kashmir. Pakistan reported at least eight deaths and described the strikes as "an act of war," signaling potential regional destabilization.
07.05.2025
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Wednesday
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India-Pakistan Missile Exchange Day

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Early morning headlines focused on India's missile strikes against Pakistan in retaliation for a terrorist attack in Kashmir, with casualty reports rising throughout the day from 19 to 26. Pakistan claimed to have downed five Indian jets and authorized "corresponding actions," pushing both nuclear powers to the brink of wider conflict.

The papal conclave began as 133 cardinals entered the Sistine Chapel to elect Pope Francis' successor, with black smoke indicating no winner in the first round of voting.

Domestically, the REAL ID deadline arrived, with airports implementing new requirements for air travel. Trump administration continued its controversial immigration policies, with reports emerging about plans to deport migrants to Libya using military flights, while a federal judge ordered the immediate resettlement of 12,000 migrants. The administration also closed the CDC's infection control committee and appointed an influencer close to RFK Jr. as surgeon general, continuing the pattern of institutional disruption seen in previous days.
08.05.2025
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Thursday
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White Smoke Day

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Morning headlines focused on the ongoing India-Pakistan conflict, with Pakistan vowing "decisive action" after Indian airstrikes killed 31 people. By mid-morning, Trump announced a "full and comprehensive" trade agreement with the UK, his first since imposing tariffs last month, though reports noted "final details" were still being worked out.

The afternoon brought historic news from the Vatican as white smoke signaled the election of Cardinal Robert Prevost as the first American pope in the Catholic Church's 2,000-year history. Taking the name Leo XIV, the Chicago-born cardinal who spent years as a missionary in Peru pledged to "build bridges" in his first address.

Media outlets quickly examined the new pope's political leanings, with some noting his past criticism of Trump and Vice President Vance on social media, creating an unexpected intersection between the Vatican and American politics following the previous days' tensions between nuclear powers and Trump's aggressive trade policies.
09.05.2025
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Friday
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America's Pope Meets Trump's Iron Fist

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Cardinal Robert Prevost's historic election as Pope Leo XIV - the first American pontiff - dominated early coverage as he celebrated his inaugural Mass in the Sistine Chapel, pledging to uplift "ordinary people."

Meanwhile, Trump appointed Fox News' Jeanine Pirro as interim DC prosecutor and announced the Justice Department was investigating NY AG Letitia James. His administration also continued institutional disruption, firing the Librarian of Congress and three Democrats from the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

By evening, tensions escalated dramatically on two fronts: White House adviser Stephen Miller revealed they were "actively looking at" suspending habeas corpus for migrants, and Newark Mayor Ras Baraka was arrested during a Democratic delegation's visit to an ICE facility.

Late evening headlines reported Pakistan's claim that India fired missiles at three Pakistani air bases, further escalating the week-long conflict between the nuclear powers that began with India's retaliatory strikes on May 6th.
10.05.2025
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Saturday
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Two Ceasefires, Two Violations

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After Pakistan claimed India fired missiles at three air bases, Trump announced a "full and immediate ceasefire" between the nuclear powers by midday, following a week of cross-border strikes that began with India's May 6th retaliation for a tourist massacre. However, by evening, both countries accused each other of violating the agreement, with explosions reported in Indian-controlled Kashmir.

Simultaneously, Ukraine and allies called for a 30-day ceasefire with Russia.

Domestically, a California judge temporarily halted Trump's government overhaul affecting 20 agencies, while the administration revealed it was "looking at" suspending habeas corpus for migrants—a statement that drew constitutional concerns. Newark Mayor Baraka described his ICE facility arrest as "humiliating," continuing yesterday's immigration enforcement controversy.

US-China trade talks began in Geneva, while House Republicans released their tax plan, proposing what critics called "more tax cuts for the wealthy."
11.05.2025
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Sunday
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Two Deals and a Plane

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The US struck a "total reset" trade deal with China, ending days of negotiations that began Friday in Geneva, with Trump hailing it as creating a "fairer playing field for America." US officials labeled it a solution to address the trade deficit.

Hamas agreed to release Edan Alexander, the last living American hostage in Gaza, following truce efforts. Meanwhile, Ukraine's President Zelenskyy agreed to meet Putin personally after Trump's intervention, though Ukraine still insisted on a ceasefire before formal peace talks.

The most controversial development was Trump's plan to accept a Boeing 747-8 jet as a gift from Qatar's royal family for potential use as Air Force One, with critics calling it "comically corrupt." By evening, Qatar claimed no final decision had been made on the gift, as ethical and constitutional questions mounted.

The new Pope Leo XIV used his first Sunday blessing to call for peace in Gaza and Ukraine.
12.05.2025
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Monday
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Trade Truce and Drug Price Day

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The U.S. and China agreed to a 90-day tariff reduction, slashing duties from 125% to 10% - a dramatic shift from Trump's previous aggressive stance. Markets responded enthusiastically, with the Dow surging 1,000 points as economists suggested the truce could help prevent a recession.

Trump signed an executive order on prescription drug prices, giving pharmaceutical companies 30 days to lower costs or face government price controls. The order claimed potential savings of 30-80%.

American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander was freed from Hamas captivity after 584 days, with Trump claiming credit ahead of his Middle East trip.

The controversy over Qatar's offer of a Boeing 747-8 jet for Trump's use intensified, with Trump defending it as a "great gesture" despite mounting ethical and constitutional concerns. Media noted Trump might keep the jet after leaving office.

Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex trafficking trial began with prosecutors presenting video evidence and disturbing testimony.
13.05.2025
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Tuesday
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Saudi Billions and Syrian Reset

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Trump's first international trip to Saudi Arabia yielded significant diplomatic shifts, with the announcement of a $600 billion Saudi investment commitment to the US and a $142 billion arms deal. More controversially, Trump declared plans to lift all sanctions against Syria, describing it as giving them "a chance at greatness."

The Qatar jet gift controversy intensified, with Senate Majority Leader Schumer placing a hold on DOJ nominees over the issue, while ethics experts continued to raise emoluments concerns.

A significant judicial ruling allowed Trump to use the Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelan migrants, marking the first approval of this controversial policy.

Meanwhile, Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum underwent surgery for a ruptured Achilles tendon, ending his season, while Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex-trafficking trial featured graphic testimony from ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura about alleged abuse and controlled "freak-offs."
14.05.2025
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Wednesday
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Qatar's $1.2 Trillion and Syria's Ex-Jihadist President

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President Trump met with Syria's new president Ahmed al-Shara, a former jihadist once imprisoned by US forces. Trump pledged to lift "brutal and crippling" sanctions on Syria, describing al-Shara as an "attractive" and "tough guy," representing a major shift in US-Syria relations.

Trump then became the first sitting US president to visit Qatar, securing a $1.2 trillion economic commitment and a Boeing deal for 160 aircraft, amid ongoing controversy about Qatar's gift of a luxury plane. Iran signaled willingness to forgo highly enriched uranium in a potential nuclear deal with Trump.

Domestically, Republicans advanced budget legislation with steep Medicaid cuts after an 18-hour markup marathon, causing internal party division. The Menendez brothers were resentenced to 50 years to life, making them eligible for parole after 35 years.

Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex trafficking trial featured graphic testimony from Cassie Ventura, who alleged rape and physical abuse.
15.05.2025
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Thursday
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Birthright Citizenship Showdown Day

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The Supreme Court heard arguments on Trump's birthright citizenship executive order, which would deny automatic citizenship to children born to undocumented immigrants. Justices appeared divided, with conservative members potentially supporting limits on nationwide injunctions while maintaining the block on the policy itself.

Internationally, Istanbul peace talks between Ukraine and Russia descended into confusion as Putin declined to attend, with Zelensky calling the Russian delegation "phony." Trump, continuing his Middle East tour in Qatar and UAE, secured trillion-dollar economic commitments while downplaying Putin's absence.

The Diddy trial intensified as defense attorneys cross-examined Cassie Ventura, confronting her with explicit text messages and emails in an attempt to portray Combs as a "swinger" rather than a sex trafficker.

The Department of Homeland Security requested 20,000 National Guard troops to assist with mass deportations, signaling preparations for implementing Trump's immigration policies.
16.05.2025
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Friday
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Trump's Big Bill Rejection Day

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Former FBI Director James Comey faced Secret Service investigation over a deleted "86 47" Instagram post interpreted as threatening President Trump. House conservatives, defying Trump and Speaker Johnson, blocked the "big, beautiful bill" intended to extend tax cuts and overhaul spending, a significant legislative setback.

Russia-Ukraine peace talks convened in Turkey for the first time since 2022 but yielded little progress beyond a prisoner exchange agreement. Russia demanded Ukrainian troop withdrawals, which Ukraine's allies deemed unacceptable.

The Supreme Court maintained its block on Alien Enemies Act deportations, ruling the Trump administration failed to provide sufficient due process for Venezuelan detainees.

Sean "Diddy" Combs' trial continued with defense attorneys attempting to discredit Cassie Ventura's testimony by revealing her alleged mental illness and confronting her with past text messages.
17.05.2025
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Saturday
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Storms and Bomb Day

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The Supreme Court dealt a setback to Trump's deportation plan using the Alien Enemies Act, requiring more due process for Venezuelan detainees. This ruling came as leaked audio from Biden's interview with Special Counsel Hur revealed memory lapses that appeared worse than initially reported.

Severe storms swept across the American Heartland, killing at least 27 people in several states by afternoon. The Knicks decisively defeated the Celtics 119-81 to advance to the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time in 25 years.

Trump warned Walmart to "eat the tariffs" rather than raise prices due to his proposed policies, signaling his approach to economic concerns about tariff impacts.

By evening, an explosion at a fertility clinic in Palm Springs killed at least one person and injured five others, with the FBI investigating it as a possible terrorist act, adding a new dimension to domestic tensions.
18.05.2025
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Sunday
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The Dual Tragedy Day

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Two unrelated tragedies dominated news coverage. An explosion at a Palm Springs fertility clinic initially described as terrorism was later attributed to Guy Edward Bartkus, an "anti-natalist" who opposed people being born "without their consent." FBI investigation revealed Bartkus likely died in his own attack.

Concurrently, a Mexican Navy training ship crashed into the Brooklyn Bridge, killing two sailors and injuring 19 others. Reports indicated the vessel lost power before impact.

Pope Leo XIV celebrated his inaugural mass, calling for unity, with Vice President Vance in attendance. Conflicting reports emerged about their interaction, some suggesting a snub.

By evening, focus dramatically shifted when former President Biden was diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has metastasized to his bones, generating bipartisan expressions of support. This news came amid ongoing Trump administration efforts to revitalize their "big, beautiful bill" containing $900B in spending cuts.
19.05.2025
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Monday
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Ceasefire Call and Cancer Response Day

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Former President Biden's aggressive prostate cancer diagnosis dominated early coverage, with bipartisan expressions of support counterbalanced by conspiracy theories about the timing and questions about how it went undetected. By midday, attention shifted to Trump's legislative agenda as his "big, beautiful bill" advanced in a rare weekend vote after securing conservative support.

The day's pivotal development came when Trump held a two-hour call with Putin regarding Ukraine. Trump subsequently announced Russia and Ukraine would "immediately" begin ceasefire negotiations, though media assessments grew increasingly skeptical throughout the evening as Putin showed limited enthusiasm.

The Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to strip Temporary Protected Status from approximately 350,000 Venezuelans, with Justice Jackson the sole dissenter. By evening, reports emerged that the first "self-deport" flight with $1,000 payments had already been conducted by DHS, implementing a key Trump campaign promise.
20.05.2025
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Tuesday
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Trump's Capitol Hill Battle for "Big Beautiful Bill"

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President Trump ventured to Capitol Hill to personally rally Republicans behind his budget legislation, using forceful language including an f-bomb warning to "Don't f--- around with Medicaid." Despite his intervention, significant Republican resistance persisted throughout the day over SALT deductions and Medicaid provisions.

Trump unveiled a $175 billion "Golden Dome" missile defense system inspired by Israel's Iron Dome, marking a major defense initiative of his second term.

The Palm Springs bombing investigation revealed the suspect may have displayed homemade explosives in online videos, with authorities suggesting anti-natalist views motivated the fertility clinic attack.

Former President Biden's cancer diagnosis continued generating coverage, with analyses of its rapid spread and speculation about when the White House knew of his condition. Several Democratic officials faced legal troubles, including Representative McIver charged with assaulting ICE officers during a detention facility protest.
21.05.2025
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Wednesday
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South African Confrontation in the Oval Office

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Immigration enforcement controversies dominated morning coverage, with a federal judge ordering the Trump administration to maintain custody of migrants deported to South Sudan after finding the deportations potentially violated court orders.

Trump's "Golden Dome" missile defense system, announced the previous day, drew criticism from China, which warned it could militarize space. The Congressional Budget Office released an analysis showing Trump's "big, beautiful bill" would add $2.3 trillion to the deficit while transferring wealth from poor to rich Americans.

The day's defining event came when Trump hosted South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, dimming the Oval Office lights to show videos alleging persecution of white farmers in South Africa. Most outlets characterized this as an "ambush" promoting "false" or "baseless" claims of "white genocide," with South African politician Julius Malema responding by doubling down with inflammatory rhetoric.

Late updates reported the Justice Department ending civil rights investigations into local police departments, including Minneapolis and Louisville.
22.05.2025
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Thursday
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Murder at the Museum and the Harvard Purge

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House Republicans narrowly passed Trump's controversial "big, beautiful bill" after an all-night session, shifting tax burdens and cutting Medicaid and SNAP benefits. The bill advanced to the Senate despite CBO analysis showing it would add $2.3 trillion to the deficit.

A targeted shooting at the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington DC left two Israeli embassy staffers dead. The suspect, identified as Elias Rodriguez from Chicago, reportedly shouted "Free Palestine" after his arrest. The FBI classified the attack as terrorism and antisemitic violence.

The Trump administration escalated its battle with elite universities, revoking Harvard's ability to enroll international students. The Department of Homeland Security cited "pro-terrorist conduct" at campus protests as justification, affecting thousands of students who must transfer or leave.

A federal judge blocked Trump's attempt to dismantle the Education Department, ordering fired employees reinstated.
23.05.2025
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Friday
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The Day Harvard Won Against Tariffs

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The Trump administration's ban on international students at Harvard dominated morning coverage, with multiple newspapers reporting on the controversy. By early afternoon, Harvard filed suit against the administration, leading to a federal judge blocking the ban by late afternoon. The victory for Harvard represents a setback for Trump's educational policy agenda.

Simultaneously, Trump escalated trade tensions by threatening 50% tariffs on European Union products starting June 1 and a 25% tariff on Apple unless iPhones are manufactured in the US. Markets reacted negatively, with NPR reporting a "Sell America" trend on Wall Street.

In the evening, Trump announced a "partnership" between US Steel and Nippon Steel while signing executive orders to revive the nuclear industry. Chief Justice Roberts intervened to shield the Department of Government Efficiency from Freedom of Information requests, suspending discovery in the case.
24.05.2025
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Saturday
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Immigration Courtroom Arrests and National Security Purge

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The newspapers report a significant shift in immigration enforcement tactics, with ICE arresting immigrants as they leave courtrooms after case dismissals. Multiple reports describe families separated and even a U.S. citizen with REAL ID detained then released. This follows the previous day's Harvard international student ban, which faced a judicial setback when a judge blocked the administration's effort.

A major national security shakeup emerged with over 100 staffers removed from the National Security Council in what HuffPost called a "bloodbath." The Pentagon imposed strict new press restrictions under Secretary Hegseth.

Trump addressed West Point graduates, mixing praise with political grievances about "drag shows" and "hypersonic rockets." This speech followed his earlier crackdown on DEI at military academies.

Meanwhile, Trump's tariff threats against the EU intensified, with CNN reporting he's "not looking for a deal," risking a trade war "years in the making."
25.05.2025
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Sunday
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Trump Delays Tariffs Day

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The fifth anniversary of George Floyd's murder prompted reflections on police reform progress, with Mother Jones reporting police killings actually increased in the intervening years. Trump extended the deadline for 50% EU tariffs from June 1 to July 9, following days of economic tension that included threats against Apple.

Republicans continued challenging Trump's "Big, Beautiful Bill" with senators demanding spending cuts despite its House passage. The Harvard international student ban controversy persisted as Trump demanded "names and countries" of international students, though a judge blocked visa revocations.

Ukraine's President Zelensky criticized US "silence" following Russia's largest aerial assault of the war, which occurred hours before a major prisoner exchange. The FDA commissioner suggested diabetics receive cooking classes instead of insulin, while news emerged of 1.4 million undocumented immigrants reportedly receiving Medicaid benefits.
26.05.2025
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Monday
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Trump Rebukes Putin Day

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Trump's unexpected criticism of Putin dominated coverage following Russia's largest aerial assault on Ukraine since the war began. Trump called Putin "crazy" and questioned "what happened to him," marking a significant shift in his typically deferential rhetoric toward the Russian leader. Russia dismissed the comments as "emotional overstrain."

The EU tariff delay continued to reverberate, with European markets rallying after Trump extended the deadline to July 9. Trump's threat to redirect $3 billion from Harvard's endowment to trade schools emerged as a new front in his education policy agenda.

Memorial Day ceremonies provided a stage for Trump at Arlington National Cemetery, where observers noted he mixed solemn tribute with subtle political jabs at Biden. By evening, Trump pardoned a Virginia sheriff convicted of federal bribery charges, while Harvard made news by revoking a professor's tenure for the first time in 80 years.
27.05.2025
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Tuesday
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The Harvard Defunding Day

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Trump's administration escalated its confrontation with Harvard University, moving to terminate all federal contracts worth approximately $100 million. This followed previous threats to redirect $3 billion from Harvard's endowment to trade schools. The university's president urged colleges to stand against these measures.

Health Secretary RFK Jr. eliminated COVID-19 vaccine recommendations for healthy children and pregnant women, bypassing CDC advisers and calling it "common sense."

Trump-Putin tensions intensified after Russia's massive aerial assault on Ukraine. Trump labeled Putin "crazy" on Memorial Day, and by midday was reportedly "furious" and considering new sanctions, warning Putin he was "playing with fire."

NPR sued the administration over funding cuts, arguing Congress controls appropriations. The administration also asked the Supreme Court to lift restrictions on deportations to third countries and froze new student visa interviews to expand social media vetting.
28.05.2025
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Wednesday
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The Day Musk Broke With Trump

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Elon Musk publicly criticized Trump's signature legislative package, calling himself "disappointed" by what Trump terms his "big, beautiful bill" and arguing it inflates the deficit. This marked the most significant fracture in their alliance since Trump took office, with reports describing a "bad bromance" and Wall Street developing code words for betting against Trump's threats.

Trump-Putin relations deteriorated further as Russia accused Trump of being "not sufficiently informed" about Ukraine after his recent criticism of Putin. However, conflicting reports emerged about potential prisoner exchange agreements.

Courts blocked Trump's tariff powers in sweeping rulings, preventing him from imposing emergency tariffs unilaterally. Trump pardoned reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley and former GOP Representative Michael Grimm, while indicating he would consider pardoning those convicted in the Whitmer kidnapping plot.

The administration proposed capping Harvard's international student enrollment at 15 percent while announcing visa restrictions on Chinese students and foreign nationals involved in censoring Americans.
29.05.2025
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Thursday
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The Day Courts Blocked and Restored Trump's Tariffs

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Federal courts delivered conflicting rulings on Trump's core trade agenda throughout the day. Early morning brought sweeping defeats as the Court of International Trade blocked Trump's tariffs, ruling them illegal and beyond presidential authority. The White House dismissed this as "judicial overreach" from "rogue judges."

By evening, an appeals court reversed the lower court decision, reinstating the tariffs while legal proceedings continue. Both sides must file written arguments by early next month.

Separately, Elon Musk officially departed his DOGE leadership role after 130 days, with Trump taking direct control of the department. Sources described his exit as leaving "upheaval and unmet expectations" rather than the promised government efficiency.

A second federal judge blocked Trump's attempt to ban foreign students at Harvard, extending the restraining order that prevented the administration from revoking the university's enrollment authority. This continued the administration's legal struggles with its Harvard confrontation from previous days.
30.05.2025
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Friday
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The Day Musk Departed with a Black Eye

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Elon Musk formally departed his DOGE government role after 130 days, marked by an Oval Office farewell ceremony where Trump presented him with a gold key. Musk appeared with a black eye that dominated media coverage, though he provided his own explanation for the injury. Despite the ceremonial goodbye, Musk declared "This is not the end of DOGE" and Trump suggested he would remain involved.

The Supreme Court delivered Trump a major victory, allowing him to revoke humanitarian parole status for over 530,000 migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua and Venezuela while legal challenges proceed. Justices Sotomayor and Jackson issued scathing dissents.

By evening, Trump announced at a Pittsburgh steel rally that he would double steel tariffs from 25% to 50%, escalating his trade agenda after yesterday's court battles. The CDC contradicted RFK Jr. by maintaining that children may continue receiving Covid shots, creating tensions within Trump's health policy team.
31.05.2025
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Saturday
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The Day Steel Tariffs Doubled

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Trump announced steel tariffs would double from 25% to 50% during a Pittsburgh rally at U.S. Steel's facility, escalating his trade agenda after yesterday's court battles over tariff authority. The announcement accompanied a deal allowing Japan's Nippon Steel to acquire the American steelmaker, with Trump promising workers they would "stay an American company."

Courts continued blocking Trump's constitutional authority across multiple fronts. The 9th Circuit ruled his mass federal employee firing order "far exceeds" constitutional limits, while legal experts questioned whether his tariffs could survive ongoing challenges. The White House responded by escalating attacks on judges following the rulings.

Elon Musk's departure from DOGE became increasingly contentious, with reports that Trump had asked Musk if DOGE was "BS" and called him half "boy" before their collaboration ended. The administration expanded immigration enforcement using little-known laws to criminally charge migrants.

Hamas rejected the latest ceasefire proposal, with Trump's envoy calling their response "completely unacceptable."
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