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Trump told GOP lawmakers he would 'likely' fire Fed chair Powell 'soon,' sources and officials say

President Trump asked a group of Republican lawmakers how they felt about him firing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and told them he would "likely" fire Powell "soon," according to two White House officials and sources familiar with the Tuesday evening meeting.

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Trump asked GOP lawmakers if he should fire Fed Chair Jerome Powell

Washington — President Trump on Tuesday asked a group of House Republicans if he should fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell — and people in the room voiced approval. Several sources said Mr. Trump indicated he will do it. Mr. Trump on Wednesday confirmed to reporters in the Oval Office that he spoke to lawmakers about ousting Powell.

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Trump Discusses Draft of Letter Firing Fed Chair With Republicans

The president waved a copy of a draft letter firing Jerome H. Powell at a meeting in the Oval Office with House Republicans. It remains to be seen whether he follows through with his threat.

Trump, Senate and Foreign Aid

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Trump’s bid to claw back $9B in foreign aid and public broadcasting funds nears Senate vote

A bill to cancel about $9 billion in foreign aid and public broadcasting spending is nearing passage in the Senate.

Bloomberg on MSN · 18h

Trump’s Cuts to Public Broadcasting and Foreign Aid Clear Key Vote

Public broadcasting and a swath of foreign aid programs are on track to lose federal funding after the Senate voted to advance a $9.4 billion package of cuts on a 51 to 50 vote, with Vice President JD Vance breaking a tie.

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Senate to move on Trump request to cut foreign aid, public media funding

The Senate is moving forward Tuesday night on a request from the White House to claw back billions in funds for international aid and public broadcasting as Congress faces a Friday deadline to act. In what's known as a rescissions package,

Trump, House Republicans

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Bahrain announces $17 billion in US deals during Trump talks

Bahrain's crown prince announced on Wednesday plans to invest more than $17 billion in the United States at a meeting with President Donald Trump focused on trade, Iran and regional security issues. Under the plan,

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Donald Trump announces deal to end Republican revolt

The president has announced a deal with most of the House Republicans who derailed a procedural vote on a package of legislation.

The Hill on MSN · 18h

Trump announces agreement to end House floor revolt over crypto bills

President Trump said late Tuesday that he has reached a deal with most of the House Republicans who derailed a procedural vote earlier in the day, putting a trio of cryptocurrency bills on a path to consideration in the lower chamber.

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Trump hosts Gulf leaders at White House as new violence raises questions about progress toward peace

President Donald Trump is hosting a pair of Arab Gulf leaders at the White House on Wednesday as violence between Israel and ...

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Trump administration pushes states for election data, Washington Post reports

The Trump administration and its allies are trying to obtain voter data from states and inspect voting equipment, the ...

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DOJ sees ‘breach of the judicial oath’ in judge’s leaked Trump criticism

Department of Justice officials are criticizing what they say were expressions of clear bias against President Donald Trump in private comments from a top federal judge, following a report Wednesday ...

Over 57 Washington cities plan 'Good Trouble' protests for July 17

Demonstrators nationwide are planning to hit the streets on July 17 in a day of action inspired by the late Congressman John ...

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Trump allies are reportedly getting a jump on their 2026 election-meddling

The administration and a conservative activist have worried election officials with requests for voter information and access to voting machines.

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Trump eyes opportunity to oust Powell in $700 million overrun on Fed building extension

When a reporter asked if the expensive renovation was a fireable offense, Trump replied, “I think it sort of is." ...

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Trump says US will stick to 25% tariff on Japan, may have deal with India soon

President Donald Trump said on Wednesday the U.S. will probably "live by the letter" on tariffs with Japan and may have another trade deal coming up with India, following his announcement of an accord ...

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