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Who is Donald Trump

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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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What 'Save America Act' proposes for US voter registration rules

The proposed legislation has triggered debate in the US because it introduces documentary citizenship requirements for voter registration and sets out procedures for verifying eligibility

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Updated On : 09 Mar 2026 | 5:05 PM IST

Trump says ending Iran conflict will be 'mutual' decision with Netanyahu

US President Donald Trump said the decision to end the Iran conflict will be 'mutual' with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu, claiming the strikes thwarted Iran's plans to destroy Israel

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Updated On : 09 Mar 2026 | 4:06 PM IST

'We'll see', says Trump on Iran's new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei

According to The Times of Israel, Defence Minister Israel Katz warned that any individual chosen to lead the Iranian administration would be considered "an unequivocal target for elimination"

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Updated On : 09 Mar 2026 | 9:27 AM IST

Trump's 'roaring' economy meets rough start to 2026: What the numbers show

Job losses, rising fuel prices and market volatility challenge the US president's growth promises

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Updated On : 09 Mar 2026 | 7:34 AM IST

US energy chief defends Russian oil waiver; says gas price spike 'brief'

Wright told CNN's 'State of the Union' that the waiver can help 'tamp this fear of shortage of oil, tamp the price spikes and the concerns we see in the marketplace'

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Updated On : 09 Mar 2026 | 7:13 AM IST

Short-term oil spike 'small price' for ending Iran's nuclear threat: Trump

Trump's remarks to assuage the fears come after oil prices surged past $100 per barrel on Sunday--first time crossing the mark since the Russia-Ukraine conflict began in 2022

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Updated On : 09 Mar 2026 | 7:04 AM IST

UK PM Keir Starmer speaks with US President Donald Trump on West Asia

The Prime Minister also shared his heartfelt condolences with President Trump and the American people following the deaths of six US soldiers"

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Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 10:51 PM IST

The promises, pitfalls of agreements with India's largest trading partners

India's trade deals with the US and Europe promise market access and investment flows, but industry readiness and new regulatory barriers may shape their real impact

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Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 10:14 PM IST

Donald Trump tells Britain he does not need its help to win Iran war

In a post on Truth Social, Trump said he "will remember" the lack of British support during the conflict with Iran

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Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 5:50 PM IST

Why Trump's plan to secure tankers in Strait of Hormuz may face hurdles

Trump has floated deploying Navy escorts for tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, but analysts say geography, Iranian military threats and limited naval resources pose challenges

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Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 12:42 PM IST

'Mind your own business': Kamal Haasan slams Trump amid row over oil waiver

The remarks came after the United States government announced a 30-day temporary waiver allowing Indian refineries to continue purchasing Russian energy

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Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 11:28 AM IST

China says talks with US vital as Trump targets Beijing's key partners

Failure to engage between the two nations would only lead to misunderstandings and misjudgements, escalating toward confrontation and harming the world," Foreign Minister Wang Yi said

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Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 9:29 AM IST

Trump says he'll hit Iran harder as Iranian Prez apologises to neighbours

Trump said that the US retains significant leverage over Iran and isn't looking to negotiate with its remaining leadership

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Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 9:20 AM IST

Oil surges, but Trump downplays need to tap strategic petroleum reserve

Trump's Republican Party is under pressure over the issue of affordability ahead of November mid-term elections

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Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 7:36 AM IST

Trump says US will 'remember' as UK mulls support in war against Iran

Trump has repeatedly criticised British Prime Minister Keir Starmer suggesting this week that he helped "ruin" the countries' historically close relationship after London blocked the US's initial use

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Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 7:28 AM IST

Trump rejects talks with Iran, raises notion of eliminating its leaders

Trump said he is not interested in negotiating with Iran at this point and later added the air campaign could make it a moot point if all potential leaders of Iran are killed

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Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 7:20 AM IST

Trump urges Latin America to use military action to help US fight cartels

Trump encouraged regional leaders gathered at his Miami-area golf club to take military action against drug-trafficking cartels and transnational gangs

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Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 6:42 AM IST

Trump grieves with families during return of soldiers killed in Iran war

The dignified transfer, a ritual that returns the remains of US service members killed in action, is considered one of the most sombre duties of any commander in chief

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Updated On : 08 Mar 2026 | 6:32 AM IST

One President's Whim. A World in Crisis.

A week into Trump's war in Iran, his strategy is still a mystery

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Updated On : 07 Mar 2026 | 10:47 PM IST

US strikes on Iran spark concerns over shrinking weapons stockpiles

The Trump administration has repeatedly said American forces have all of the weapons they need to fight the Iran war, now in its second week

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Updated On : 07 Mar 2026 | 9:40 PM IST