Trump News for Tuesday, December 3, 2024

President-elect Donald Trump should let the Supreme Court rule in the Skrmetti case on puberty blockers for kids. It would then likely OK state bans on them, which would be a huge victory for child welfare.

Transition officials sign agreement after weeks-long delay as teams of investigators ready to process clearances

Bill Maher revealed that he is considering quitting Real Time with Bill Maher, his HBO show that has been on the air since 2003.

A glance at U.S. news highlights Senate Republicans gearing up for Trump’s legislative agenda, a cooling labor market, Texas’s power grid concerns, postal service hearings, and political calls for pardons. Also discussed are a recent election loss, bird flu impacts in California, booming Thanksgiving sales, and Trump’s ongoing legal challenges.

Sean Penn went on an anti-Oscars rant and praised the new Donald Trump biopic while chain-smoking at a press conference.

President-elect Donald Trump's pick for the DEA head, Chad Chronister, has withdrawn his nomination. Chronister, a Florida sheriff, cited the weight of the role as his reason. His decision follows similar withdrawals and was met with criticism over prior actions and perceived lack of experience.

Chad Chronister, President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for DEA leader, has withdrawn from consideration. Chronister, a Florida sheriff, cited the responsibility's gravity as his reason. Trump announced Chronister's nomination to curb fentanyl at the U.S.-Mexico border. Trump's previous Justice Department pick also withdrew, altering the transition process.

During a dinner with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, President-elect Donald Trump jokingly suggested Canada become the 51st US state, causing a stir in trade discussions. Trudeau argues against Trump's proposed tariffs on Canada, and Canadian officials emphasize the minimal impact on drug and migrant flow from Canada to the US.

During a recent dinner, President-elect Donald Trump jokingly suggested to Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau that Canada should become the 51st US state. The quip emerged amid discussions about potential US tariffs on Canadian goods. While some found humor in Trump's jest, the exchange highlighted ongoing trade and border negotiations between the two nations.

Chad Chronister, Donald Trump's pick to run the Drug Enforcement Administration, said Tuesday he was withdrawing his name from consideration.