Trump Action Archive

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• Complaint filed — American Federation of Government Employees, AFL-CIO v. United States Office of Personnel Management — The American Federation of Government Employees, AFL-CIO filed a complaint in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California against the United States Office of Personnel Management. The case docket is 3:26-cv-08835. No case summary or operative details are yet available.

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• Preliminary injunction ruling — United Farm Workers v. Noem (E.D. Cal.) 1:25-cv-00246 — The Ninth Circuit lifted the preliminary injunction and remanded to the district court for the limited purpose of determining whether Plaintiffs have standing to seek prospective relief, holding that the district court had considered only allegations of past harm, which cannot on their own establish standing for prospective injunctive relief. The panel noted that nothing prevents the district court from considering additional requests for relief if new allegations of harm arise during the remand. The court retained jurisdiction over the appeal, Case No. 25-4047 , and stayed further appellate proceedings.

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• House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries met with Jared Kushner to discuss "potential areas of common ground" — House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) met with Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner in recent weeks to discuss "potential areas of common ground," according to reporting by Maggie Haberman and Annie Karni in the New York Times. Jeffries emphasized that he wants "to get rid of toxic Trump cabinet secretaries," including Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The meeting sparked significant controversy among Trump opponents and led to the public warning from Speaker Johnson.
• House Speaker Mike Johnson warned Jared Kushner not to "bet against the House Republicans" following meeting with House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries — Following a report in the New York Times about a meeting between House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) and Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner regarding "potential areas of common ground," House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) publicly warned Kushner: "You better not bet against the House Republicans." The warning signals Republican leadership's concern about potential Democratic-Trump administration coordination and reflects internal party tensions over loyalty to Trump.

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• Complaint filed: State of Nevada v. Burgum (D. Nev. 2:26-cv-02665) — The State of Nevada, the Colorado River Commission of Nevada, and the Southern Nevada Water Authority filed a complaint in the U.S. District Court for the District of Nevada challenging the Department of the Interior's Record of Decision adopting new Colorado River operating guidelines for 2027–2036. Plaintiffs allege the framework imposes annual water reductions of 213,556 acre-feet on Nevada—roughly 71% of the state's 300,000 acre-foot entitlement—and violates the National Environmental Policy Act and Administrative Procedure Act. They seek vacatur of the decision and an injunction against implementation.

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• Supreme Court releases opinion in Trump v. California (26A124) — The Supreme Court released an official slip opinion in Trump v. California. Docket number(s): 26A124.

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• Trump's administration claimed large volumes of oil are moving through the Strait of Hormuz; Wall Street Journal reported trackers see much less — The Wall Street Journal reported that Trump administration claims about large volumes of oil moving through the Strait of Hormuz are contradicted by independent oil-shipment trackers. The article states: "The trackers whose job it is to count the world's oil shipments see much less." The discrepancy suggests the administration is making unsubstantiated claims about global oil flows, potentially to justify foreign policy or sanctions decisions.
• President Trump Was Right: America Controls the Strait of Hormuz — The White House published this release on 2026-08-28 through its releases channel.

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• Bessent intervenes in Japanese yen market to prop up currency — The Financial Times reported that three weeks prior, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent inserted himself into the market for the Japanese yen, buying the currency to prop it up in what was publicly painted as a friendly act of solidarity with an ally. However, bond market insiders interpreted the move as an effort to stop Japan from fixing its yen problem by selling down its gigantic stash of US debt, which would further destabilize US Treasury markets.
• Financial Times reports Bessent's bond market intervention resembles failed military strategy — The Financial Times reported that Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's "running battle with the bond market is starting to look like his boss's war in Iran - started by his own hand with a tangled set of objectives, an underestimated opponent and an implausible path to victory." The article noted that Bessent has given the message to investors three times in three weeks to stop selling bonds, but they are selling anyway.
• Former Federal Reserve governor Dudley warns of stock market bubble — Former Federal Reserve governor Bill Dudley identified multiple signs of a massive stock market bubble, including: (1) stock market valuations that are "crazy by any number of measures"; (2) the entire AI financial boom operating in a "classic Ponzi-style loop" characteristic of financial manias that are always followed by downturns or worse; and (3) rising long-term interest rates in the US and globally, which are "exactly the kind of thing that could burst the bubble."
• MarketWatch reports US Treasury losing control of long-term rates — MarketWatch reported that it appears increasingly likely that the US Treasury, the global lender of last resort, is losing control of long-term interest rates. The article noted that the alleged Treasury "buyback" program that sparked a brief rally involved "trivial sums of money and no new money."
• Treasury Secretary Bessent doubles long-term bond buyback program — Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, facing turmoil in financial markets, instructed officials to double the amount of long-term US government bonds they should buy back from the market in the coming months, from $2 billion to $4 billion. The Telegraph reported that Bessent was attempting to shore up the bond market and stop "bond vigilantes" from destabilizing the global economy by artificially increasing demand for US Treasury bonds to push up prices and lower yields.
• Treasury announces bond buyback program funded by General Account reserves — The Treasury Department announced a "Treasury Twist" operation to increase purchases of longer-term government bonds, doubling buybacks of off-the-run securities from $2 billion to at least $4 billion. Treasury officials indicated the General Account (TGA)—currently holding approximately $950 billion—could be deployed to fund the operation, though they declined to specify the amount or timing. The TGA had been built up from the prior administration's balance of $550–600 billion.

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• Oklahoma rancher reports loss of Trump support over beef import policy — An Oklahoma rancher posted on X that his 85-year-old father, a lifelong Trump supporter, expressed disillusionment after Trump announced he was importing foreign beef with no tariffs. The father stated: "you know, I really don't think he gives a damn about anyone who isn't rich, and sure not about ranchers. Never wanted to believe that until today." The rancher noted his father was "a more stalwart Trump supporter on the planet" and that "Trump is losing the room."
• Kentucky cattle farmers report losses from Trump beef import policy — A Kentucky cattle farming couple reported losing $200–$300 per head on a group of 70 cattle they were ready to sell following Trump's beef import announcement. Amanda Hall stated that the administration's policies are undercutting prices and harming farmers whose annual income depends on cattle sales. She and her husband noted that the typical 10-year cycle to raise a calf means the president's 90-day plan to import discounted foreign beef will not help rebuild U.S. herds.

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• Preliminary injunction ruling — McGonigle v. Curran (D. Me.) 1:26-cv-00349 — Judge John A. Woodcock denied Plaintiff's motion for a preliminary injunction, which sought to bar Defendants from excluding her from official vice-presidential events in retaliation for her protected speech or based on her viewpoint. Relying on sworn declarations from the Secret Service and the Office of the Vice President representing that Ms. McGonigle would be permitted to attend an Aug. 24, 2026 event in Brewer, Maine and would be treated the same as other similarly situated attendees, the court concluded that the motion did not present a case or controversy, that she had not shown a high likelihood of irreparable harm, and that the balance of equities and public interest did not favor relief. The court specified that its ruling addressed only the demand for immediate injunctive relief as to the Brewer event and did not indicate how it would resolve the remaining issues in the case.

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• Marjorie Taylor Greene responds to Trump attack — Marjorie Taylor Greene responded to Trump's attack by stating that Trump "attacks us with such vitriol because we actually are everything he claimed to be, conservative and America First, and he has proven as President that he is nothing more than a neocon puppet for Israel, corporations, big donors with special interests, and his dear friends in the Epstein class." Greene stated that "Tucker and Thomas both have led me in prayer to the Lord our God. They are my brothers in Christ. Trump never once prayed with me and only recognizes God when it's in his staff written speeches." Greene stated she previously supported Trump "because of the policies he professed to support and passionately campaigned on, but now as president he's been revealed to be the Trojan horse who enforces many of the policies he claimed to be against." Greene expressed concern that "as Trump loses power and influence he will turn more and more towards war and take actions to make himself feel more powerful and in control, as he grasp and clings to the Oval Office."
• Trump attacks Tucker Carlson, Thomas Massie, and Marjorie Taylor Greene on Truth Social — Trump posted a lengthy Truth Social rant attacking Tucker Carlson, Thomas Massie, and Marjorie Taylor Greene, calling them "LOSERS ALL!" Trump claimed Carlson's "Views" have "fallen through the floor," called him "a very Low I.Q. individual" who "could barely get out of College," and suggested he should "be required to take a cognitive test." Trump claimed Carlson "wants to run for political office" and "could probably take a couple of points away from whatever the Republican ticket happens to be." Trump characterized Massie as "a failed politician, and a real JERK" who voted "NO" on everything. Trump attacked Greene, calling her "a highly neurotic young woman" who "went from Ultra Conservative to a Liberal 'Fool'" because he "refused to return her phone calls." Trump concluded by calling all three "THREE LOSERS, and a pocketful of change" and suggested their "only chance" is to "join the Radical Left Dumocrats."
• Trump posts dismissive statement about Canada on Truth Social — Trump posted on Truth Social: "Canada wants the benefits of being a State, without being one!!! They have also charged our great farmers, for many years, massive amounts of Tariffs. No more!!!" The statement dismissed Canadian sovereignty and framed the trade conflict in terms of unilateral US grievance.
• Trump proposed renaming Lake Ontario to Lake America — Trump announced on social media that the United States is considering renaming Lake Ontario to Lake America, stating the U.S. does not expect to conduct business with Ontario any longer. The Republican party account on X promoted the idea. The statement was made amid escalating trade tensions with Canada.

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• Dr. Mehmet Oz declines to clarify Trump's claim that MMR vaccine may be lethal — Dr. Mehmet Oz appeared on CBS and was asked to clarify Trump's statement that the MMR shot may be lethal. Oz responded that "We want parents to have the autonomy to decide what their kids receive." When pressed again to clarify Trump's use of the term "lethal," Oz stated "The MMR vaccine is not a lethal vaccine" but did not directly address or repudiate Trump's original claim.

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• Stars and Stripes reporter Liz Korte fired by Secretary Hegseth — Stars and Stripes published the final column from reporter Liz Korte after she was fired by Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. The article detailed the plight of military families displaced by the Iran war.

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• Cattle ranchers and farmers criticized Trump's ground beef import plan — Cattle ranchers and farmers, who have historically strongly supported Trump, publicly criticized his plan to suspend tariffs on imported ground beef. They argued that the imports would drive down prices while making it impossible to distinguish between U.S. and foreign meat, particularly following the recall of nearly 30,000 pounds of Argentine beef that had missed required inspection in the U.S. The criticism from a traditionally Trump-supporting constituency signals erosion of agricultural support.
• Trump announced suspension of tariffs on imported ground beef to lower beef prices — Trump announced he would suspend tariffs on imports of up to 300,000 metric tons of imported ground beef, claiming the imports would be sold "at 25 percent below current prices." Trump did not identify the country or countries from which the ground beef would be sourced. The move was intended to address consumer price concerns but immediately drew criticism from cattle ranchers and farmers who have historically supported Trump.
• Trump administration threatens additional tariffs on Canadian autos and steel; Canada rejects US trade proposal over French language protections — Prime Minister Mark Carney rejected a US trade proposal perceived as weakening French language protections in Quebec, instructing negotiators to walk away from talks. Tariffs on Canadian products took effect over the weekend, affecting approximately 5% of Canada's exports. President Trump responded by threatening new tariffs on cars, trucks, auto parts, and steel beginning January 1, claiming Canada has been "ripping off" the US. Canada announced plans to retaliate in early September. The dispute centers on Quebec's language laws (Bills 96 and 109) that US negotiators framed as trade irritants.
• Trump announces 50% tariff increase on Canadian automotive and steel imports effective January 1, 2027 — President Trump posted that tariffs on all Canadian cars, trucks, automotive parts, and steel will increase to 50% effective January 1, 2027, unless manufactured in the U.S. Trump characterized Canada as one of the worst nations to deal with, claiming a $60 billion trade deficit and stating that Canada conducts 95% of its business with the U.S. while the U.S. does not need Canada. The announcement follows Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's statement that Canada will pursue deeper economic partnerships with the EU in response to U.S. tariffs.
• Trump announced 50% tariffs on Canadian automobiles, trucks, and steel effective January 1, 2027 — Trump posted on social media that on January 1, 2027, he would place tariffs of 50% on "all Cars, Trucks, both large and small, Automotive Parts, and Steel" from Canada. The announcement came after Carney's statement that Canada would retaliate against existing tariffs dollar-for-dollar beginning September 8. Trump claimed "Canada has been ripping off the United States of America for years" and stated "Canada will be treated like a State no longer!"

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• Trump organized "Freedom 250 Grand Prix" IndyCar race around National Mall — Trump organized the "Freedom 250 Grand Prix," an IndyCar race scheduled for the weekend of August 23 featuring 25 drivers covering 147 laps at speeds up to 150 mph around a 1.7-mile, 7-turn street circuit loop past the U.S. Capitol, Washington Monument, National Archives, and National Gallery of Art. The event required workers to weld down more than 200 manhole covers, move traffic lights, and install barriers that disrupted traffic. The National Gallery of Art had to protect sculptures from vibrations and airlines rerouted flights.
• Trump waves green flag at Indy car race in DC — Trump attended an Indy car race held in Washington, DC on Saturday and waved the green flag to start the race.

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• ICE agent Thomas Bailey arrested and jailed for breaking into ex-girlfriend's apartment — Thomas Bailey, 58, a US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer employed at the Oakdale, Louisiana office, was arrested by the St Tammany parish sheriff's office and jailed on Friday on charges of unauthorized entry of an inhabited dwelling. Bailey allegedly broke into his ex-girlfriend's apartment near Covington, Louisiana without permission while she was absent. He faces up to six years in prison and a $1,000 fine if convicted. The arrest occurs amid broader scrutiny of ICE hiring practices and vetting procedures.

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• Canada walks away from US trade negotiations and announces retaliatory tariffs — Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney instructed negotiators to abandon trade talks with the US on Friday evening, less than an hour before a midnight deadline for new tariff rounds. After more than a year of negotiations that had reached near-completion on an overarching framework, Carney cited last-minute US demands—including exclusion of medium and heavy-duty trucks from tariff relief, restrictions on Canada's ability to strike trade deals with other countries, and weakened protections for language, culture, and sovereignty—as unacceptable. Carney announced that once 50% tariffs took effect on $20 billion of Canadian goods, Canada would impose retaliatory tariffs "dollar for dollar" on US goods, effective the Tuesday after Labour Day. In a televised address, Carney stated Canada would become "stronger and less dependent on America" and rejected the US offer of a trade relationship with tariffs "permanently baked in."
• Canadian Prime Minister Carney announced Canada will retaliate against U.S. tariffs dollar-for-dollar beginning September 8 — In response to Trump's tariffs, Canadian Prime Minister Carney announced that Canada will retaliate against U.S. tariffs, dollar for dollar, beginning on September 8. The retaliatory measure represents Canada's formal escalation of the trade conflict and signals its commitment to defending its economic interests against U.S. pressure.
• Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney instructed negotiators to walk away from U.S. trade talks over Trump's 50% tariffs on Canadian products — On Friday night, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney ordered Canadian negotiators to abandon ongoing trade negotiations with Trump administration officials over newly imposed 50% tariffs on $28 billion of Canadian products. Carney stated that "last-minute changes in the U.S. proposed terms were unfair, uneconomic, and called into question the reliability of any deal." The move represents a formal rejection of further negotiation under the current U.S. tariff regime and signals Canada's intent to pursue alternative economic partnerships.
• Canada announced investment in domestic firms affected by trade war — Canada announced it will invest approximately 7.5 billion Canadian dollars (approximately $5.4 billion U.S.) in Canadian firms and workers harmed by the ongoing trade war with the United States.
• Canada announced retaliatory tariffs on U.S. products — Canadian officials announced that beginning September 8, 2026, Canada will impose tariffs of up to 50% on approximately 700 U.S. products worth about $20 billion in retaliation for Trump's tariffs on Canada. The targeted products include steel, aluminum, chainsaws, appliances, processed cheese, and clams. Analysis indicated the tariffs are strategically aimed at plants located in Republican-held congressional districts.
• Canada announces retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods in trade war escalation — After trade negotiations between the U.S. and Canada broke down last weekend, Canadian Finance Minister Mark Carney announced Canada will match U.S. tariffs "dollar for dollar" and unveiled a list of nearly 900 American goods facing 25% to 50% tariffs beginning September 8. Paper products are among the hardest-hit sectors, with Canada threatening 25% to 50% tariffs on toilet paper and facial tissue stock in retaliation for a 50% U.S. tariff increase. The U.S. imported $328 million worth of toilet paper from Canada in 2024, making Canada the largest exporter of the product to the U.S.
• Canada announced large tariffs on $20 billion of American imports in response to Trump tariffs — Canada announced large tariffs on approximately $20 billion of American imports in an effort to combat the Trump administration's new tariffs. The retaliatory tariffs represent Canada's response to escalating trade tensions between the two countries.

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• Trump disclosed 1,051 financial transactions in June — CNBC reported that Trump disclosed 1,051 financial transactions for the month of June in what appears to be a broad reshuffling of his portfolio. The president rotated in and out of stocks, bonds, and exchange-traded funds throughout the month. The transactions totaled between $78-263 million, with securities purchases topping $49 million and sales totaling at least $28.5 million. The filing provides only a window into Trump's investment moves and does not give a clear picture of his total portfolio holdings, as amounts bought or sold are not specific and there is no indication of how much Trump owns of any particular security.

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• Trump held campaign rally in South Carolina for Senator Darline Graham — Trump held a campaign rally in South Carolina on August 22 to support Senator Darline Graham's primary runoff campaign. Trump told attendees the election was about him personally, stating that Graham's opponent Ralph Norman was "only fighting Darline because they want me to lose." Trump's appearance was aimed at restoring political power as his popularity slides and candidates he endorsed in gubernatorial and congressional races in Iowa, Georgia, Wyoming, Minnesota, Michigan, and Tennessee have lost.
• Trump spent $827,000 supporting Darline Graham in GOP Senate primary — Trump's super PAC, MAGA Inc., spent $827,000 on text messages and phone calls supporting Darline Graham in Tuesday's snap GOP Senate primary against incumbent Rep. Ralph Norman. Trump held a rare in-person rally for Graham and pushed her to run for a full term. Republican strategists warn that a Graham loss would be an "utter rejection" and "massive embarrassment" to the White House. Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley is supporting Graham's opponent Ralph Norman.