Trump News for Saturday, May 31, 2025
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Nominee Drama: Jared Isaacman's Abrupt Exit As NASA Administrator Pick
Devdiscourse
The White House withdrew Jared Isaacman, a Musk ally, as its nominee for NASA administrator, with President Trump set to announce a new candidate. Involved in a controversial shift in focus towards Mars, Isaacman's removal left many in the space industry surprised and Musk reportedly disappointed.
May 31, 2025, 11:53 PM
Spike in steel tariffs could imperil Trump promise of lower grocery prices
The Associated Press
President Donald Trump’s doubling of tariffs on foreign steel and aluminum could hit Americans in an unexpected place: grocery aisles.
May 31, 2025, 11:15 PM
Trump Pulls Nomination of NASA Pick
Newser
White House officials said Saturday that President Trump is withdrawing the nomination of tech billionaire Jared Isaacman, a close ally of Elon Musk, to run NASA. Trump made...
May 31, 2025, 10:45 PM
Trump to withdraw nomination of Musk associate Jared Isaacman to lead NASA, AP source says
Toronto Star
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is withdrawing the nomination of tech billionaire Jared Isaacman, an associate of Elon Musk, to lead NASA, a person familiar with the decision said
May 31, 2025, 10:40 PM
Trump says he's withdrawing the nomination of Musk associate Jared Isaacman to lead NASA
Toronto Star
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump announced late Saturday that he is withdrawing the nomination of tech billionaire Jared Isaacman, an associate of Trump adviser Elon Musk, to lead NASA,
May 31, 2025, 10:40 PM
Trump to withdraw billionaire Jared Isaacman's nomination to lead NASA, AP source says
Toronto Star
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is withdrawing the nomination of tech billionaire Jared Isaacman to lead NASA, a person familiar with the administration's personnel decisions said Saturday.
May 31, 2025, 10:40 PM
White House to announce new NASA chief candidate
CP24 Toronto
The White House said Saturday it will announce a replacement candidate to serve as U.S. President Donald Trump’s pick to lead NASA, indicating it will withdraw the nomination of tech billionaire Jared Isaacman.
May 31, 2025, 10:18 PM
Judge Blocks Trump's Move on Venezuelan Work Permits
Devdiscourse
A federal judge in San Francisco stopped the Trump administration from voiding work permits for around 5,000 Venezuelans, challenging an earlier move to terminate their Temporary Protected Status (TPS). The court found that Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem likely overstepped her authority by attempting to invalidate the permits.
May 31, 2025, 10:09 PM
Trump to withdraw Jared Isaacman's nomination as NASA chief
Space.com
The White House is pulling the nomination of Jared Isaacman as NASA administrator, saying that the next agency chief should be "in complete alignment" with President Trump's agenda.
May 31, 2025, 9:55 PM
Bono criticises USAid cuts in lengthy interview with podcaster Joe Rogan
The Irish Times
U2 frontman’s comments rile billionaire former Trump administration official Elon Musk
May 31, 2025, 9:22 PM
Judge blocks Trump administration from revoking protected status for thousands of Venezuelans
NBC News
A federal judge on Friday blocked the Trump administration from revoking the temporary protected status of roughly 5,000 Venezuelans who are in the U.S.
May 31, 2025, 9:11 PM
Musk's Bold Mars Mission: Uncrewed Starship Aiming for 2026
Devdiscourse
Elon Musk plans to send an uncrewed Starship to Mars by the end of 2026. Despite recent test-flight setbacks, SpaceX's timeline remains ambitious. Musk shared these plans in a video presentation, shortly after announcing his departure from a campaign role in the Trump administration.
May 31, 2025, 9:00 PM
50pc steel tariff to start on Wednesday
The Australian Financial Review
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth warns urgency is needed to prepare for a potential Chinese invasion of Taiwan; Trade Minister Don Farrell lashes Donald Trump’s doubling of tariffs on steel. Follow updates live.
May 31, 2025, 8:48 PM
The Threat That Wasn't: Unraveling a Presidential Kill Plot
Devdiscourse
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's claim about an immigrant threatening President Trump is falling apart. Investigations suggest Ramon Morales Reyes is being framed to prevent his testimony in an assault trial. Despite the dubious letter, Morales remains in custody amid ongoing legal proceedings.
May 31, 2025, 8:18 PM
Steel tariffs could hurt Trump's promise of lower grocery prices
Chicago Tribune
President Donald Trump’s doubling of tariffs on foreign steel and aluminum could hit Americans in an unexpected place: grocery aisles.
May 31, 2025, 8:16 PM
Trump doubles steel, aluminium tariffs to 50% from June 4, exporters say ‘complicates trade talks’
The Indian Express
Trump steel tariffs 2025 | US aluminium tariffs news: This fresh tariff hike follows a similar increase earlier this year, when Trump raised tariffs on aluminium and steel to 25 per cent.
May 31, 2025, 8:04 PM
‘Totally unacceptable’: Trump envoy Steve Witkoff rejects Hamas response to US ceasefire proposal
The Indian Express
Hamas said in a statement that under the deal, it will release 10 living hostages and 18 bodies in return for Israel’s release of a number of Palestinian prisoners.
May 31, 2025, 7:59 PM
White House Set to Announce New NASA Administrator Nominee
Devdiscourse
President Donald Trump is expected to announce a new nominee for NASA administrator after withdrawing support for the initial choice, Jared Isaacman. The White House has emphasized the importance of the nominee aligning with President Trump's America First agenda, with further details to follow.
May 31, 2025, 7:48 PM
Hamas Rejects U.S. Ceasefire Proposal Amidst Ongoing Conflict
Devdiscourse
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that Hamas has rejected U.S. President Donald Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff's proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza. Netanyahu emphasized Israel's commitment to ongoing military actions aimed at retrieving hostages and defeating Hamas forces in the region.
May 31, 2025, 7:46 PM
Elon Musk lashes out in Oval Office when asked about report on ketamine use
CBS News
In an Oval Office send-off capping off his role with the Trump administration, Elon Musk did not respond when asked about a New York Times report alleging he's a near-daily user of ketamine.
May 31, 2025, 7:39 PM
German leader Friedrich Merz will meet Trump at the White House next week
The Associated Press
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will travel to Washington next week to meet U.S. President Donald Trump, with the war in Ukraine and trade tensions among the items on the agenda.
May 31, 2025, 7:37 PM
U.S. envoy rejects Hamas ceasefire proposal as 'unacceptable'
NBC News
Hamas leaders said they were reviewing a ceasefire deal proposed by the Trump administration that had already received Israel's stamp of approval.
May 31, 2025, 7:32 PM
Watch: Dem lawmaker's aide handcuffed by Trump agency cops in 'chaotic' moment
Raw Story
Rep. Jerry Nadler (D-NY)'s aide was arrested and video of the "dramatic" and "chaotic" incident was published online. The Gothamist recently reported that U.S. Department of Homeland Security police had handcuffed one of Rep. Jerry Nadler aides in the congressmember's Manhattan office, "which is...
May 31, 2025, 7:26 PM
Revolutionary COVID-19 Vaccine: Moderna's mNexspike Approved
Devdiscourse
The US FDA approved Moderna's next-generation COVID-19 vaccine, mNexspike, for adults 65+ and at-risk individuals aged 12-64. This low-dose option enhances immunity with fewer restrictions compared to previous vaccines. The decision followed a study affirming its safety and effectiveness, despite financial hurdles from the Trump administration.
May 31, 2025, 7:24 PM