Trump Calls Putin Crazy After Ukraine Attacks; Democrats Push Back Against Obama Alumni Influence
Key Takeaways
- Trump says Putin has “gone crazy” following recent Russian attacks on Ukraine.
- Democrats seek to shift away from Obama alumni influence since 2024.
- Republican crackdown on immigrant aid would also affect U.S. citizens.
- Trump wants to strip Harvard of $3B to fund vocational schools.
- U.S., E.U. discuss trade deal after Trump delayed tariffs until July.
Top Stories
Trump: Putin has 'gone crazy' after Ukraine attacks
On May 26, 2025, Donald Trump commented that Vladimir Putin has “gone crazy” following recent Russian attacks on Ukraine.
Democrats seek change from Obama alumni influence
Since 2024, more Democrats are seeking to shift away from the long-standing influence of Obama White House and campaign alumni within the Democratic Party.
Republican crackdown on immigrant aid affects citizens
On May 27, 2025, reports indicated that a Republican crackdown on aid to immigrants would also affect U.S. citizens.
Trump wants to strip Harvard of $3B for vocational schools
On May 26, 2025, President Trump suggested using $3 billion he wants to strip from Harvard University to fund vocational schools, according to a social media post.
U.S., E.U. discuss trade deal after tariff delay
On May 26, 2025, European Union’s trade commissioner Maros Sefcovic reported holding calls with U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer regarding a U.S.-Europe trade deal. This followed Mr. Trump's delay of threatened 50 percent tariffs on all E.U. imports until July to allow more time for negotiations.
Remembering Rangel
Charles B. Rangel, Harlem congressman, dies at 94
On May 26, 2025, Charles B. Rangel, a congressman from Harlem, New York, and the first African American chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, died at the age of 94 in a hospital in Manhattan.
'Charles B. Rangel: A Life in Pictures' published
nytimes.com published "Charles B. Rangel: A Life in Pictures" on May 26, 2025.
Global Stage
Noem visits Israel amid Trump-Netanyahu tensions
On May 26, 2025, Kristi Noem visited Israel amidst existing tensions between Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu.
Policy Landscape
Trump's China tariffs have 'massive impact' on businesses
As reported on May 27, 2025, Trump's China tariffs are having a “massive impact” on small businesses.
Trump's plan to revive US shipbuilding is costly
Trump has a plan to revive US shipbuilding, which would take billions of dollars and many years.
White House Watch
Trump praises military, touts Olympics in Memorial speech
On May 26, 2025, President Trump delivered a Memorial Day speech at Arlington National Cemetery, praising military service and personal achievements. He also took credit for bringing the Summer Olympics and soccer’s World Cup to the United States during his second term and mentioned plans for a military parade next month in Washington.
Military parade concerns dissolve with acquiescent Pentagon
On May 27, 2025, it was reported that concerns about a military parade are dissolving due to a more acquiescent Pentagon. President Trump is set to host the parade in Washington on June 14, 2025, billed as the “Army’s birthday celebration” to commemorate the Army’s 250th anniversary, which also falls on Mr. Trump’s 79th birthday.