Friday, 14 November 2025

Trump reversed course on tariffs, announcing exemptions on imported food products including beef, coffee, and bananas. The White House said the move aims to address consumer concerns about rising costs from tariffs.

Trump cut tariffs on Swiss goods to 15% in a deal that drew accusations from critics that he was caving to big business. Rolex, a luxury watchmaker that entertained Trump and gave him a gold clock, denied engaging in tariff negotiations.

Trump called for a Department of Justice investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's alleged ties to Democrats, including former President Clinton and financial institutions. The move came amid scrutiny of Trump's own connections to Epstein.

House Democrats revealed that Jeffrey Epstein alleged in a 2019 email to author Michael Wolff that Trump knew about 'the girls,' referencing underage victims. The allegation surfaced as documents showed Epstein had advised Trump ally Steve Bannon during a 2018 pro-Trump media campaign.

Pete Skandalakis, a veteran Georgia prosecutor, appointed himself to oversee Trump's remaining election interference case after district attorney Fani Willis was removed. This is the last criminal case against Trump.

Defense Secretary Hegseth announced a military operation targeting alleged drug smuggling vessels in the Caribbean, described as an effort to remove 'narco-terrorists' from the hemisphere. The operation has strained UK-US intelligence cooperation.

Trump is welcoming Saudi Crown Prince with an arrival ceremony and deal signings. The visit comes as Venezuela's President Maduro urged Trump to avoid an Afghanistan-style 'forever war' amid military buildup in the region.

Trump pulled his nominee for top IRS lawyer, Donald L. Korb, after the nominee faced criticism from far-right activist Laura Loomer on social media.

Trump administration announced plans to limit green cards for immigrants from countries on the travel ban list, expanding the administration's immigration restrictions. The policy targets countries the administration says lack sufficient screening and vetting abilities.

Indiana Senate Republicans rejected Trump's request to hold a special session to consider a new congressional redistricting map that the president sought, marking a rare pushback from fellow Republicans.