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About Donald Trump

Who is Donald Trump

Donald Trump is an American businessman, media personality, and politician who serves as the 47th President of the United States. Born on 14 June 1946 in Queens, New York, he earned an economics degree from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. He expanded his family's real estate business into a global brand with properties, hotels, and golf courses. Trump gained further fame as the host of The Apprentice.

In 2016, Trump ran as the Republican nominee, defeating Democrat Hillary Clinton despite losing the popular vote. His presidency was marked by a distinct populist approach, with policies focusing on tax
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Most Americans see Iran as enemy, but doubt Trump's judgment: Poll

About half of US adults are 'extremely' or 'very' concerned that Iran's nuclear programme poses a direct threat to the United States, according to the new poll

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Updated On : 26 Feb 2026 | 11:43 AM IST

For Trump, military strikes in Iran could serve symbolic purpose

Some officials in the Trump administration hope an attack would force Iran to give up its nuclear enrichment program. Others have doubts

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Updated On : 26 Feb 2026 | 11:09 AM IST

Those killed in US boat encounter planned anti-govt uprising, says Cuba

Seven of 10 occupants were identified by name in a statement, which listed supplies on the boat that included assault rifles, Molotov cocktails, bullet-proof vests, telescopes and camouflage uniforms

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Updated On : 26 Feb 2026 | 8:53 AM IST

Reviewing if any Epstein-related records were mistakenly withheld: US DOJ

At issue is a series of interviews said to have been conducted in 2019 with a woman who made an allegation against Trump, who has consistently denied any wrongdoing in connection with Epstein

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Updated On : 26 Feb 2026 | 8:40 AM IST

Trump summons Amazon, Google, Meta executives to sign power-cost pledge

Representatives of firms including Amazon.com Inc, Meta Platforms Inc, Microsoft Corp and Google parent Alphabet Inc. are expected to attend a March 4 event

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Updated On : 26 Feb 2026 | 7:55 AM IST

Trump's pick to lead new DOJ unit scrutinised as he declares 'war on fraud'

Colin McDonald's nomination to serve as first assistant attorney general in charge of the new division comes as Trump admin has put fresh attention on allegations of widespread fraud in Minnesota

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Updated On : 26 Feb 2026 | 7:48 AM IST

Trump admin's 'third country' deportation policy is unlawful: US judge

US judge Murphy said migrants challenging the Department of Homeland Security's policy have the right to "meaningful notice" and an opportunity to object before they are removed to a third country

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Updated On : 26 Feb 2026 | 7:35 AM IST

Trump admin imposes fresh sanctions on Iran ahead of nuclear talks

The sanctions against 30 people, companies and ships come as President Donald Trump has massed the largest US buildup of warships and aircraft in the region in decades

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Updated On : 26 Feb 2026 | 6:55 AM IST

States sue Trump admin over changes to childhood vaccine recommendations

Emily G Hilliard, press secretary for the Department of Health and Human Services, blasted the complaint as a 'publicity stunt dressed up as a lawsuit'

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Updated On : 25 Feb 2026 | 2:57 PM IST

Delilah Law: Many immigrant drivers can't even read road signs, says Trump

SOTU 2026: Proposal seeks to stop undocumented immigrants from obtaining commercial driver's licences amid broader US trucking rule changes

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Updated On : 25 Feb 2026 | 2:32 PM IST

Trump warns Iran, says would 'never' allow it to develop nuclear weapon

Trump reiterated that he will prefer to resolve the conflict through a diplomatic deal but said Tehran had not committed to not developing nuclear weapons

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Updated On : 25 Feb 2026 | 12:11 PM IST

Canada approves latest Gulfstream business jets after Trump tariff threat

Trump threatened last month to decertify and place tariffs on all Canadian-built planes unless the government approved Gulfstream business jets

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Updated On : 25 Feb 2026 | 11:16 AM IST

'Pak PM would have died': Trump's new claim over India-Pakistan conflict

During the state of union address, Trump claimed he saved Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif and prevented a nuclear war between India and Pakistan

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Updated On : 25 Feb 2026 | 9:55 AM IST

Tariffs will replace income tax, will take burden off Americans: Trump

During State of the Union address, Trump described a recent Supreme Court ruling on tariffs as "unfortunate", but maintained that his tariff regime was saving and protecting the country

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Updated On : 25 Feb 2026 | 9:10 AM IST

Trump admin weighs order requiring banks to collect citizenship data

While there are no rules against non-citizens opening bank accounts in US, a requirement to produce a passport or similar documentation could provide a new barrier for those in the country illegally

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Updated On : 25 Feb 2026 | 8:18 AM IST

Trump admin sues New Jersey over restrictions on immigration arrests

Gov Mikie Sherrill, a Democrat who took office January 20, 'insists on harbouring criminal offenders from federal law enforcement,' the lawsuit said, accusing her of bid to obstruct law enforcement

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Updated On : 25 Feb 2026 | 7:56 AM IST

US imposes new 10% global tariff starting Tues after Supreme Court verdict

It remains unclear whether and how companies will be refunded for tariff payments made under the regime annulled by the Supreme Court

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Updated On : 24 Feb 2026 | 11:44 PM IST

Trump eyes new trade probes to revive tariffs after court setback

The administration announced that a 10 per cent levy would be imposed beginning Tuesday morning, which Trump subsequently threatened to increase to 15 per cent

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Updated On : 24 Feb 2026 | 11:42 PM IST

US small business is disma despite GDP growth under Trump administration

Rising bankruptcies and weak job growth signal mounting pressure on small firms

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Updated On : 24 Feb 2026 | 10:08 PM IST

Most Americans see Trump as erratic with age, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

The six-day poll concluded on Monday, the day before the 79-year-old president gives his annual State of the Union address to Congress following a month of angry reprimands of lawmakers and judges

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Updated On : 24 Feb 2026 | 10:06 PM IST