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Trump calls Zelenskyy 'dictator' as Ukraine leader slams him for 'disinformation'

The president also alleged -- without providing evidence – that Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy currently has a 4% approval rating among his compatriots.
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VIDEO: Zelenskyy hits back at Trump 'disinformation' after US-Russia talks
2 hours ago

Fact check: No, Zelenskyy doesn't have 4% approval as Trump claims; it's over 50%

President Donald Trump last night joined Russian President Vladimir Putin in claiming Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy lacks legitimacy.
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Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy gives a press conference in Kyiv, Ukraine, on Feb. 19, 2025, amid the Russian attack on Ukraine.
3 hours ago

3 migrants beat the Trump administration in court. They got deported the next day

The future looked bright for Luis Eduardo Perez Parra, Leonel Rivas Gonzalez and Abrahan Josue Barrios last week.
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A Guatemalan migrant is greeted by a family member outside La Aurora Air Base upon arrival on a deportation flight from the United States, in Guatemala City, Guatemala, February 18, 2025. REUTERS/Cristina Chiquin
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Guantanamo was to hold 'high threat' migrants -- but others have ended up there

The Trump administration said that Guantanamo would house the most violent undocumented migrants -- but relatives of some detainees say they don't have criminal records.
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Trump points blame at Ukraine for war with Russia

President Donald Trump blasted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, saying he “should have never started” this war, when it was Russia who initiated the invasion in 2022.
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VIDEO: Trump points blame at Ukraine for war with Russia
February 19, 2025 at 1:04 PM

High-stakes meeting between US, Russia marks seismic shift: ANALYSIS

On its face, the meeting between U.S. and Russian officials held in Saudi Arabia was about kicking the Trump administration's push to end that conflict into hyperdrive.
February 19, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Secretary of State Marco Rubio, second left, meets with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, Saudi National Security Advisor Mosaad bin Mohammad Al-Aiban, U.S. National Security Advisor Mike Waltz, Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, right, and Russian President Vladimir Putin's foreign policy advisor Yuri Ushakov, at Diriyah Palace,  in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Feb. 17, 2025.
February 19, 2025 at 11:19 AM

Trump defends decision to slash federal workforce

President Donald Trump is defending the mass firings of federal workers, including hundreds from the National Nuclear Security Administration. The administration is now trying to rehire some of them.
February 19, 2025 at 11:19 AM
VIDEO: Trump defends decision to slash federal workforce
February 19, 2025 at 8:02 AM

Trump imposes his vision on America in departure from first-term stumbles

President Donald Trump is going further than ever before to enforce his decisions
February 19, 2025 at 8:02 AM
President Donald Trump listens as Elon Musk speaks in the Oval Office at the White House, Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025, in Washington. (Photo/Alex Brandon)
February 19, 2025 at 12:24 AM

Millions of dead people aren't getting Social Security checks, despite claims

The Trump administration is falsely claiming that tens of millions of dead people over 100 years old are receiving improper Social Security payments
February 19, 2025 at 12:24 AM
President Donald Trump speaks at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Fla., Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025. (Pool via AP)
February 19, 2025 at 12:15 AM

Trump has signed an executive order on IVF. Here's what to know

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order that aims to help families hoping to expand their families through in vitro fertilization by reducing costs for the procedure
February 19, 2025 at 12:15 AM
President Donald Trump speaks at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Fla., Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025. (Pool via AP)
February 19, 2025 at 12:12 AM

Judge weighing order blocking Trump administration from carrying out mass layoffs

A judge did not issue a ruling following a hearing Tuesday at which five unions sought to keep the Trump administration from carrying out mass government layoffs.
February 19, 2025 at 12:12 AM
President Donald Trump during a joint press conference in the East Room at the White House on Feb. 13, 2025 in Washington, DC.
February 18, 2025 at 11:29 PM

Trump signs orders on cost of fertility treatments, government transparency

At Mar-a-Lago, President Donald Trump said he signed an executive order to make fertility treatments "more affordable," as well as an order related to oversight of independent agencies.
February 18, 2025 at 11:29 PM
Trump signs orders on cost of fertility treatments, government transparency
February 18, 2025 at 8:05 PM

Hundreds gather outside US Capitol to protest Trump, Musk

Hundreds of people gathered outside the U.S. Capitol on Monday to protest President Trump and Elon Musk’s overhaul of the federal government. ABC News’ Jay O’ Brien explains.
February 18, 2025 at 8:05 PM
VIDEO: Hundreds gather outside US Capitol to protest Trump, Musk
February 18, 2025 at 7:00 PM

How much is Trump to blame for high egg prices?

How much is Donald Trump to blame for high egg prices?
February 18, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Can President Donald Trump do anything about rising egg prices?
February 18, 2025 at 6:36 PM

Why some Arab Americans are sticking with Trump despite comments on Gaza

Some members of the Arab American community still believe Donald Trump was a better candidate than Kamala Harris, despite his comments on Gaza.
February 18, 2025 at 6:36 PM
President Donald Trump greets Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as he arrives at the White House, Feb. 4, 2025.
February 18, 2025 at 12:23 AM

The Big Story: Trump pushes for more mass firings, seeks end to Russia-Ukraine war

As President Donald Trump's administration aims to eliminate more federal workers this week, delegates from the United States and Russia meet in Saudi Arabia to discuss the fate of Ukraine on Tuesday.
February 18, 2025 at 12:23 AM
VIDEO: The Big Story: Trump pushes for more mass firings, seeks end to Russia-Ukraine war
February 17, 2025 at 9:43 PM

'No kings on Presidents Day' rings out from protests against Trump and Musk

Protesters against President Donald Trump and his policies have organized demonstrations in all 50 states for the second time in two weeks
February 17, 2025 at 9:43 PM
People protest as part of the “No Kings Day” protest on Presidents Day in Washington, in support of federal workers and against recent actions by President Donald Trump and Elon Musk, Monday, Feb. 17, 2025, by the Capitol in Washington. The protest was organized by the 50501 Movement, which stands for 50 Protests 50 States 1 Movement. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)
February 17, 2025 at 9:21 PM

Trump stokes alarm about view of presidential power with apparent Napoleon reference

President Trump, over the weekend, stoked criticism and alarm when he posted a blunt and cryptic statement seemingly suggesting the nation's laws don't apply to him.
February 17, 2025 at 9:21 PM
President Donald Trump salutes as he attends the NASCAR Daytona 500 auto race at Daytona International Speedway, Feb. 16, 2025, in Daytona Beach, Fla.
February 17, 2025 at 7:37 PM

Musk and Trump 'picked the wrong bunch of lawyers to mess with': former CFPB employee

Former Consumer Financial Protection Bureau employee Hanna Hickman reacts to losing her job following the Trump administration's mass government firings.
February 17, 2025 at 7:37 PM
VIDEO: Musk and Trump 'picked the wrong bunch of lawyers to mess with': former CFPB employee
February 17, 2025 at 7:14 PM

Pence emerges as one of the few Republicans willing to challenge Trump 2.0

His group spent hundreds of thousands of dollars on ads opposing Robert F
February 17, 2025 at 7:14 PM
Former Vice President Mike Pence arrives before the 60th Presidential Inauguration in the Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Monday, Jan. 20, 2025. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson, Pool)
February 17, 2025 at 2:30 PM

Trump takes victory lap at Daytona 500 as he overhauls government

President Donald Trump greeted NASCAR fans over the weekend as Elon Musk and the Trump administration target roughly 200,000 federal employees who have been on the job for less than a year.
February 17, 2025 at 2:30 PM
VIDEO: Trump takes victory lap at Daytona 500 as he overhauls government
February 17, 2025 at 1:58 PM

Trump's tariffs expose Ukraine's steel industry to another war

One of Ukraine’s largest steel plants lies in the country’s industrial east, where Russia’s 3-year invasion of its neighbor threatens to throttle production at any moment
February 17, 2025 at 1:58 PM
A worker in protective clothes melts steel at the Zaporizhstal Iron and Steelworks, one of the country's largest steel plants, in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025. (AP Photo/Efrem Lukatsky)
February 16, 2025 at 11:42 PM

Ukraine and Europe worry about being sidelined as Trump pushes direct talks with Russia on war's end

President Donald Trump’s approach to ending Russia’s war against Ukraine has left European allies and Ukrainian officials worried they're being largely sidelined by the new U.S. administration as Washington and Moscow plan direct negotiations
February 16, 2025 at 11:42 PM
Russian President Vladimir Putin holds a video conference meeting with Bryansk Region Gov. Alexander Bogomaz at the Novo-Ogaryovo state residence outside Moscow Russia, Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025. (Gavriil Grigorov, Sputnik, Kremlin Pool Photo via AP)
February 16, 2025 at 10:28 PM

Trump has been ‘uncomfortable’ with Adams’ case for a year: Priebus

On “This Week,", The Powerhouse Roundtable breaks down the dismissal of charges against Mayor Eric Adams.
February 16, 2025 at 10:28 PM
VIDEO: Trump has been ‘uncomfortable’ with Adams’ case for a year: Priebus
February 16, 2025 at 10:28 PM

Trump makes appearance at NASCAR's Daytona 500

ABC News’ Perry Russom joins Live to discuss President Donald Trump attending NASCAR's Daytona 500 amid federal government cuts.
February 16, 2025 at 10:28 PM
Trump makes appearance at NASCAR's Daytona 500
February 16, 2025 at 10:23 PM

Trump post has critics saying he's declaring himself above the law

In a post Saturday on X and TruthSocial, President Donald Trump suggested he is above the law if he "saves his country."
February 16, 2025 at 10:23 PM
President Donald Trump gestures as he boards Air Force One at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Feb. 14, 2025, en route to West Palm Beach, Fla.
February 16, 2025 at 7:38 PM

Trump attends Daytona 500, says spirit of NASCAR will 'fuel America's Golden Age'

President Donald Trump says the spirit of NASCAR will “fuel America's Golden Age.”
February 16, 2025 at 7:38 PM
President Donald Trump rides in the presidential limousine known as "The Beast" as he takes a pace lap ahead of the start of the NASCAR Daytona 500 auto race at Daytona International Speedway, Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025, in Daytona Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
February 16, 2025 at 6:27 PM

GOP Sen. Mullin: Trump is the only person who can force Putin to the table

GOP Sen. Markwayne Mullin said Trump has the capability to apply pressure to Russian President Vladimir Putin to negotiate a deal to end the war in Ukraine.
February 16, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla) on “This Week.”
February 16, 2025 at 4:19 PM

Hakeem Jeffries decries Trump's 'toxic bait-and-switch' presidency

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on ABC News' "This Week," where he decried the "toxic bait-and-switch" of President Donald Trump's leadership.
February 16, 2025 at 4:19 PM
Democratic Minority Leader Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) on “This Week.”
February 14, 2025 at 10:39 PM

Trump bars federal funding to schools with COVID vaccine mandates

The executive order applies to students and not to teachers or staff. 
February 14, 2025 at 10:39 PM
President Donald Trump signs an executive order in the Oval Office at the White House, Feb. 14, 2025 in Washington.
February 14, 2025 at 10:00 PM

Trump bars federal funding to schools with COVID vaccine mandates

President Trump on Friday signed an executive order that would strip schools of federal aid if they mandate COVID vaccines, a pool report said.
February 14, 2025 at 10:00 PM
President Donald Trump on Friday signed an executive order that would strip schools of federal aid if they mandate COVID vaccines, a pool report said -- a largely symbolic move considering that no states currently require them.
February 14, 2025 at 7:40 PM

Trump mug shot hung just outside Oval Office, photos show

President Donald Trump's mug shot has been hung up just outside the Oval Office, photos show.
February 14, 2025 at 7:40 PM
A framed front page of President Donald Trump's mugshot from Georgia hangs in the Oval Office in Washington , Feb. 13, 2025.
February 14, 2025 at 7:33 PM

Takeaways from Modi, Trump meeting: Cooperation on trade, defense and mutual praise

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the United States President Donald Trump have spoken about easing tariffs and resolving trade concerns between the two countries, while also shoring up defense ties
February 14, 2025 at 7:33 PM
President Donald Trump and India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi shake hands during a news conference in the East Room of the White House, Feb. 13, 2025, in Washington.
February 14, 2025 at 6:52 PM

Vance, Rubio scramble to sell Trump's half-formed Ukraine peace plan: ANALYSIS

VP Vance and Secretary of State Rubio are meeting with Ukraine's Zelenskyy.
February 14, 2025 at 6:52 PM
President Donald Trump speaks to reporters before he signs an executive order in the Oval Office of the White House, Feb. 13, 2025, in Washington.
February 14, 2025 at 4:17 PM

Egypt, Jordan will stand firm against forced displacement of Palestinians: Experts

Despite Donald Trump continuing to push for the forcible displacement of Palestinians from Gaza, he is facing significant pushback from allies and states in the region.
February 14, 2025 at 4:17 PM
A Palestinians cook on the stairs of a damaged building in Beit Hanun in the northern Gaza Strip, Feb. 12, 2025.
February 14, 2025 at 3:22 PM

Trump administration begins mass layoffs of federal workers

The Trump administration has ordered agencies to lay off nearly all federal employees hired within the last one or two years as it takes steps to shrink the size of the federal workforce.
February 14, 2025 at 3:22 PM
VIDEO: Trump administration begins mass layoffs of federal workers
February 14, 2025 at 12:44 PM

Trump administration begins mass layoffs across multiple federal agencies: Sources

A day after the Trump administration ended its federal buyout offer, the administration has begun mass layoffs across multiple federal agencies.
February 14, 2025 at 12:44 PM
President Donald Trump speaks after Tulsi Gabbard was sworn in as the Director of National Intelligence in the Oval Office of the White House,  Feb. 12, 2025, in Washington.
February 14, 2025 at 10:54 AM

Trump order on transgender care blocked by judge

A federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order blocking enforcement of Trump's executive order restricting gender-affirming care for transgender youth.
February 14, 2025 at 10:54 AM
In this March 31, 2017, file photo, trans pride flags flutter in the wind at a gathering to celebrate International Transgender Day of Visibility, at the Edward R. Roybal Federal Building in Los Angeles.
February 14, 2025 at 1:04 AM

Trump administration begins mass layoffs across federal agencies: Sources

The layoffs initially affected recent hires who joined the federal workforce within the last two years -- who have fewer protections, sources familiar with the matter said.
February 14, 2025 at 1:04 AM
VIDEO: Trump administration begins mass layoffs across federal agencies: Sources
February 14, 2025 at 1:03 AM

Trump talks trade with India PM during White House visit

President Donald Trump hosted Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, where Trump discussed trade, including the possibility of India buying more American oil and gas.
February 14, 2025 at 1:03 AM
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February 14, 2025 at 1:03 AM

Trump, Modi make agreements on trade, energy and security

President Trump said he plans to increase military sales to India and agreed to the extradition of a man behind a 2008 Mumbai terror attack.
February 14, 2025 at 1:03 AM
Trump, Modi make agreements on trade, energy and security
February 14, 2025 at 1:02 AM

Trump holds joint press conference with Indian Prime Minister

President Trump hosted Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, where they made announcements on trade, AI and working together to combat terrorism.
February 14, 2025 at 1:02 AM
Trump holds joint press conference with Indian Prime Minister
February 14, 2025 at 12:41 AM

Trump, Musk so far provide scant evidence for their claims of government fraud

Elon Musk and Donald Trump have claimed from the Oval Office and on social media widespread fraud in government, but many of them are unsupported by facts.
February 14, 2025 at 12:41 AM
Elon Musk speaks as U.S. President Donald Trump reacts in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, Feb. 11, 2025.
February 13, 2025 at 11:03 PM

Trump holds meeting with India's Modi

President Donald Trump hosted Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the Oval Office as he continues to announce tariffs on other countries.
February 13, 2025 at 11:03 PM
Trump holds meeting with India's Modi
February 13, 2025 at 10:46 PM

Musk's ex Grimes criticizes him for bringing 'Lil X' to Oval Office with Trump

Grimes urges privacy for her son she had with Musk after he appeared with Trump, expressing concern over the public exposure.
February 13, 2025 at 10:46 PM
Elon Musk walks with his son X ÃA-12 after a meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Blair House, in Washington, Feb. 13, 2025.
February 13, 2025 at 10:39 PM

Trump welcomes Indian Prime Minister Modi at White House

President Donald Trump will host a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi.
February 13, 2025 at 10:39 PM
VIDEO: Trump welcomes Indian Prime Minister Modi at White House
February 13, 2025 at 9:53 PM

What the Trump-Putin call means for Ukraine: Analysis

President Donald Trump's phone call to Russian President Vladimir Putin has hit Europe and Ukraine as an earthquake, even if one that was partly expected.
February 13, 2025 at 9:53 PM
President Donald J. Trump, Feb. 11, 2025, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Feb. 10, 2025 and Russian President Vladimir Putin, Feb. 7, 2025.
February 13, 2025 at 9:31 PM

Zelenskyy protests US, Russia negotiating over Ukraine's head after Trump-Putin call

Ukraine and key European nations demanded a role in any negotiations to end Russia's war on the country, after President Donald Trump announced they would begin.
February 13, 2025 at 9:31 PM
President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin arrive for a meeting in Helsinki, July 16, 2018.
February 13, 2025 at 9:17 PM

14 states sue DOGE, blasting Musk's 'unprecedented' power as unconstitutional

Fourteen states have filed a federal lawsuit alleging that the "sweeping authority" wielded by DOGE head Elon Musk is in violation of the U.S. Constitution.
February 13, 2025 at 9:17 PM
Elon Musk listens to President Donald Trump speak in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, Feb. 11, 2025.
February 13, 2025 at 4:54 PM

Judge greenlights Trump’s federal worker buyout plan

The White House is closing its buyout offer to some two million federal workers after a judge cleared the way for the program to move forward.
February 13, 2025 at 4:54 PM
VIDEO: Judge greenlights Trump’s federal worker buyout plan