Trump signs instructions focusing on restructuring the US military.
US President Donald Trump has issued multiple executive orders aimed at restructuring the US military.
One directive signed late Monday prohibits diversity, equality, and inclusion (DEI) projects in the military. It will prohibit the use of racial or gender preferences in the armed services, the Defense Department, and the Homeland Security Department.
Another reinstates more than 8,000 service members who were discharged for refusing to receive the Covid-19 vaccination.
The White House also stated that a third executive order directs officials to develop a policy on transgender military. The action does not instantly prohibit transgender service personnel.
DeepSeek is a 'wake-up call' for US tech firms, Trump claims.
US President Donald Trump has dubbed the success of Chinese startup DeepSeek "a wake-up call" for the US IT industry, following the release of its artificial intelligence (AI) model, which sent shockwaves across Wall Street.
Shares in key technology companies like Nvidia plunged substantially, with the chip manufacturer shedding about $600 billion (£482 billion) in market value.
DeepSeek's assertion that its R1 model was developed at a fraction of the expense of its competitors has shook the industry, raising concerns about the future of America's AI dominance and the magnitude of investments that US corporations are planned.
Donald Trump accuses Vladimir Putin of 'destroying' Russia by refusing the Ukraine deal.
Donald Trump accuses Vladimir Putin of 'destroying' Russia by refusing the Ukraine deal.
US President Donald Trump claimed Monday that Vladimir Putin is "destroying Russia" by refusing to reach an agreement to stop the conflict with Ukraine.
US President Donald Trump claimed Monday that Vladimir Putin is "destroying Russia" by refusing to reach an agreement to stop the conflict with Ukraine.
"He should strike a bargain. "I think he's destroying Russia by not making a deal," Trump told reporters upon his return to the Oval Office.
"I think Russia's going to be in big trouble."
Trump's statements represent an uncharacteristically hostile posture toward Putin, whom he has previously admired.
Trump also stated that he was prepared to meet Putin. A summit between the two during his first term acquired prominence when the US president appeared to trust the Russian leader's word over that of US intelligence.
"I got along with him great, I would hope he wants to make a deal," Mr. Trump stated.
"He can't be happy he's not doing well. I mean, he's grinding it out, but most people expected the war to be finished in about a week, and you're now three years in, right?" Trump stated.
He said that the Russian economy was suffering, particularly from inflation.
Trump also stated that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had informed him that he desired a peace treaty to end the conflict, which began when Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022.
"Zelensky wants to make a deal," added Trump, who has previously insulted Ukraine's leader.
During his campaign, Trump promised to rapidly end the Ukraine war, with his advisers considering using US aid to force Kyiv to make concessions.
Trump issued a series of executive orders on Day 1. What are his priorities?
Trump issued a series of executive orders on Day 1. What are his priorities?
On Day 1, President Donald Trump began the predicted frenzy of executive action.
With his first batch of memoranda and executive orders, Trump reversed scores of former President Joe Biden's measures, launched his immigration crackdown, pulled the United States from the Paris climate agreements, and attempted to keep TikTok open in the United States, among other things. He pardoned hundreds of people for their involvement in the January 6, 2021, attack on the United States Capitol.
Here's a look at some of Trump's first actions and future plans:
Pardons for the Jan. 6 attack on the US Capitol
As Congress reconvened to recognize Biden's 2020 triumph over Trump, the president issued pardons late Monday for over 1,500 people convicted or criminally charged in the Jan. 6 attack on the United States Capitol.
Separately, Trump ordered the end of federal cases against "political opponents" of the Biden administration, which translates to Trump supporters. He promised Monday to prevent the "weaponization" of federal law enforcement, but his actions appeared to benefit solely his supporters.
The Economy and TikTok
On Monday evening, in a made-for-TV event at Capital One Arena, Trump signed a mainly symbolic decree urging all federal agencies to combat consumer inflation. Trump is lowering regulatory barriers on oil and natural gas production by reversing Biden moves and enacting his own orders, which he promises would lower consumer goods prices. Trump is aggressively targeting Alaska to increase fossil fuel output.
On trade, the president stated that he intends to put 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico beginning February 1, but failed to elaborate on his plans to tax Chinese imports.
Trump also signed an order to temporarily halt Congress' TikTok ban for 75 days, during which time the administration intends to seek a U.S. buyer in an agreement that will preserve national security concerns wh
Russia Ukraine News Now: Ukraine bombarded by Russian missiles and drones
Russia Ukraine News Now: Ukraine bombarded by Russian missiles and drones
Russia Breaking News: Putin's peace proposal demands Ukraine's submission.
Russia Breaking News: Putin's peace proposal demands Ukraine's submission.
Breaking News. Putin's Nuclear Bombers' Oil Depot Burns After Drone Raid
Breaking News. Putin's Nuclear Bombers' Oil Depot Burns After Drone Raid
Breaking News Today. Ukraine's Zelensky thinks Trump 'capable of halting Putin'
Ukraine's President Zelensky Accuses Trump of Stopping Putin
• Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky believes President-elect Trump can stop Russian President Vladimir Putin and will be a key factor in the ongoing war in Eastern Europe.
• Zelensky emphasizes the importance of decisiveness in the war and believes Trump can help Ukraine stop Putin.
• Zelensky prioritizes security assurances from allies, including NATO and the EU, and believes that without the United States, security guarantees are weak.
• Trump has not released any proposal for ending the conflict, but has stated he will not abandon Ukraine.
• Zelensky has tapped retired Lt. Gen. Keith Kellogg as special envoy for Russia-Ukraine, aiming to push both sides to the negotiating table.
• Zelensky supports France's peacekeeping troops in Ukraine, but believes it should be a stepping stone for Ukraine to join the international military alliance.
• Zelensky's military goals include stabilizing the front this month as Russian troops make gains in eastern Ukraine.
Breaking News: US official Says Russian anti-aircraft system may have downed Azerbaijani flight.
Breaking News: US official Says Russian anti-aircraft system may have downed Azerbaijani flight.
Putin reacted to the Azerbaijan Airlines plane accident during the CSI meeting.
Putin reacted to the Azerbaijan Airlines plane accident during the CSI meeting.
Putin is inhumane, Zelensky says, as Christmas Day Russia hammers Ukrainian electrical grid.
Putin is inhumane, Zelensky says, as Christmas Day Russia hammers Ukrainian electrical grid.
Russia and Ukraine exchange drone attacks, with Zelenskyy calling for 'unwavering' help.
Russia and Ukraine exchange drone attacks, with Zelenskyy calling for 'unwavering' help.
