Trump News for Saturday, August 16, 2025

Trump posted a photo of me sitting by my tent - then a bulldozer arrived

BBC News

DC's largest homeless encampment was destroyed after the president called for a crackdown. What happened to its residents?

Urban Deployments Raise Questions: What Is Our Military For?

William Hartung, Contributor, William Hartung, Contributor https://www.forbes.com/sites/williamhartung/, Forbes

Deploymenets of troops to Los Angeles and DC raise serious questions about the appropriate use of the military in a democracy.

ESPN will not air Spike Lee's docuseries on Colin Kaepernick, network and filmmaker say

reuters.com, Biztoc.com

What To Watch This Weekend: New Shows And Movies To Stream On Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video, Apple TV And More

Erik Kain, Senior Contributor, Erik Kain, Senior Contributor https://www.forbes.com/sites/erikkain/, Forbes

Everything new to stream this weekend on all your favorite streaming services from Netflix to Apple TV to Hulu and more.

Trump shifts ceasefire stance and urges Ukraine to agree Russia peace deal

BBC News

The US president will meet Zelensky in Washington on Monday in the wake of his Alaska summit with Vladimir Putin on Friday.

State Department halts 'medical-humanitarian' visas for people from Gaza

Rhitu Chatterjee, NPR

The U.S. State Department says it's halting visas for visitors from Gaza as it reviews its process for granting visas for medical evacuees.

This Week In Techdirt History: August 10th – 16th

Leigh Beadon, Techdirt

Five Years Ago This week in 2020, we wrote about how the idea that banning TikTok thwarts Chinese intelligence was ridiculous, and how any real threat probably comes from America’s feebly secured infrastructure. As for failed security, we looked at the incred…

US consumers back in focus as retailers get earnings ready

Bloomberg, The Times of India

Wall Street anticipates key earnings reports from major retailers like Walmart and Target to gauge consumer health amidst Trump's tariffs, weak job growth, and inflation. While retailers have largely protected margins, the full tariff impact looms, potentiall…

US suspends visas for Gaza residents after right-wing social media storm

Al Jazeera, Al Jazeera English

State Department move comes as Israel's war and induced-famine in Gaza reach new extremes, with 61,827 killed so far.

Fed Expected To Cut Interest Rates, Though Inflation May Be Picking Up

Simon Moore, Senior Contributor, Simon Moore, Senior Contributor https://www.forbes.com/sites/simonmoore/, Forbes

The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates in September, but there are signs inflation might be starting to pick up setting up a challenge for policymakers.

He rolled out the red carpet for an indicted war criminal and all Trump got was an invitation to Moscow

Yahoo Entertainment

Details Of Trump’s Alaska Summit With Putin Left In Hotel Printer, Report Says—Including Meeting Times, Locations And Gifts

Ty Roush, Forbes Staff, Ty Roush, Forbes Staff https://www.forbes.com/sites/tylerroush/, Forbes

One of the documents indicated Trump planned to give the Russian president an “American Bald Eagle Desk Statue.”

The Alaska summit was not a ‘new Munich’, but it could be a ‘new Yalta’

Maximilian Hess, Al Jazeera English

Europe and Ukraine have to change their approach towards Trump or risk ceding more ground to Russia.

Election workers fear threats and intimidation without feds' support in 2026

Jessica Lyons, Theregister.com

'Hope for the best, but prepare for the worst,' one tells The Reg Feature Bill Gates, an Arizona election official and former Maricopa County supervisor, says that the death threats started shortly after the 2020 presidential election.…

NVIDIA and AMD will pay 15% for the right to sell to China in Trump's AI chip tax — "America cannot repeat 5G and lose telecommunication leadership"

c.cale.hunt@gmail.com (Cale Hunt) , Cale Hunt, Windows Central

Just a couple of weeks after the US government rescinded the ban on NVIDIA's H20 AI chip sales to China, it was announced that both NVIDIA and AMD will hand over 15% of their revenue from specific AI GPUs in order to receive export licenses.

Putin backs US push for swift resolution in Ukraine

breakingthenews.net, Biztoc.com

Russian President Vladimir Putin said he and United States President Donald Trump talked about the origins of the Ukraine conflict and agreed that addressing its root causes is key to reaching a resol...

China’s Economy Is Struggling. Why the Market Keeps Rising

barrons.com, Biztoc.com

Saturday, August 16. Russia’s War On Ukraine: News And Information From Ukraine

Katya Soldak, Forbes Staff, Katya Soldak, Forbes Staff https://www.forbes.com/sites/katyasoldak/, Forbes

Dispatches from Ukraine. Day 1,270.

With GTA 6, next-gen exclusives, and a console comeback on the horizon, Xbox risks sitting on the sidelines — here's why

jez@windowscentral.com (Jez Corden) , Jez Corden, Windows Central

Hardware definitely isn't Xbox's focus anymore, but with all of its extra-curricular distractions, it could end up missing this easy opportunity to actually sell more Xbox Series X|S consoles than usual.

Trump's ceasefire pivot will have caused dismay in Kyiv and Europe

BBC News

The US president demanded a ceasefire before he met Putin. His change of mind flies in the face of what Europe and Ukraine want.

West Virginia Governor Morrisey Deploys National Guard To DC Amid Trump’s Police Takeover

Ty Roush, Forbes Staff, Ty Roush, Forbes Staff https://www.forbes.com/sites/tylerroush/, Forbes

Morrisey said the deployment includes hundreds of “skilled personnel” at the request of the Trump administration.

We need a populist, pro-democracy movement, not more gerrymandering

Ruth Conniff, Wisconsin Examiner

Voting rights activists continue to be divided over gerrymandering. Here in Wisconsin, members of the Fair Maps Coalition, who just recently succeeded in...

Trump Has No Cards

Anne Applebaum, The Atlantic

Why would Putin need to make a deal with him?

A stealth bomber, a shouting match and an awkward moment for Putin: Everything you missed

Susie Coen, Yahoo Entertainment

Vladimir Putin winced as he realised, at least momentarily, that he was not in control.

Texas Democrats who left the state over redistricting will take part in national demonstration

Shia Kapos, Politico

Before returning to the Lone Star State, they’re set to take the stage in Chicago.

The One Question We Need to Ask to Save Humanity

Mike Brooks Ph.D., Psychology Today

You're not broken. The world is. Four AIs confirmed what you already sense—and converged on one question that shows the path home. Meet us in the Field, beyond tribe and ego.

Trump set to meet Ukraine’s Zelenskyy after ‘successful’ talks with Putin

Al Jazeera, Al Jazeera English

Trump changes his position on Ukraine saying he prefers peace accord as opposed to ceasefire after Alaska talks.

Trump Will Meet Zelensky In D.C. Monday After Alaska Meeting With Putin

Ty Roush, Forbes Staff, Ty Roush, Forbes Staff https://www.forbes.com/sites/tylerroush/, Forbes

Trump said after meeting with Putin in Alaska the “best way” to end Russia’s war with Ukraine is “to go directly to a peace agreement,” and not a “mere ceasefire agreement.”

They’re Powerful Enough to Resist, But Are Caving to Trump

Andrew Perez, Rolling Stone

When fascism reared its head in America, much of civil society chose to debase itself and accommodate it, rather than fight back.

No deal in Alaska: Trump, Putin talk peace, with no resolution

CK Smith, Salon

Trump-Putin Alaska talks conclude with no resolution, Zelenskyy to meet Trump next week

Intel Stock's Biggest Ally: Washington?

Trefis Team, Contributor, Trefis Team, Contributor https://www.forbes.com/sites/greatspeculations/people/trefis/, Forbes

President Trump had urged CEO Lip-Bu Tan to step down over his past ties with China. But the narrative flipped last week after a highly positive White House meeting

These GOP Politicians Are in Too Much 'Dadgum' Danger to Go Outside, Live at Home, or Use a Seatbelt

Lauren Tousignant, Jezebel

Barf Bag: Daddy Trump said D.C. is dangerous, so his MAGA minions quickly fell in line.

Democracy promotion is dead: Good riddance

Francis P. Sempa, TheBlaze

What passes for intellectual heft at the Atlantic is any criticism of President Donald Trump. In the Atlantic’s pages and its digital fare, you can read the now-discredited musings of David Frum, who helped bring us the endless wars in Afghanistan and Iraq; t…

Bitcoin Mining Gets A Major Power Boost. Here’s What Comes Next

Becca Bratcher, Contributor, Becca Bratcher, Contributor https://www.forbes.com/sites/beccabratcher/, Forbes

Block unveiled Proto Rig and Proto Fleet, aiming to improve bitcoin mining efficiency, extend hardware life, and expand industry competition.

'The world is behaving irrationally' - Putin's warm welcome gets cold reaction in Ukraine

BBC News

In the absence of a deal, Ukrainians focused on the optics of Putin's visit to Trump in Alaska.

Zelenskyy to meet Trump on Monday after Putin meeting failed to reach ceasefire deal

CBC News

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he will meet U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington, D.C., on Monday after a Russia-U.S. summit ended without an agreement to stop the fighting in Ukraine after three and a half years.

Senator Launches Investigation Into Meta AI’s Acceptance of ‘Sensual’ Chats With Children

Matt Novak, Gizmodo.com

"It's unacceptable that these policies were advanced in the first place."

Toxic algae season is back — and Trump has cut safeguards

Patrick Wensink, Salon

Climate change and funding cuts are putting our drinking water, ecosystems and lives in danger

Fox News AI Newsletter: Trump admin unveils groundbreaking tool 'supercharging' gov't efficiency in AI

Fox News

Stay up to date on the latest AI technology advancements and learn about the challenges and opportunities AI presents now and for the future.

Trump administration reopens $5B EV charging program after losses in court

Jeff St. John, Canary Media, Canarymedia.com

The Trump administration appears to be backing away from its fiercely contested efforts to freeze a $5 billion federal funding program for electric vehicle chargers. On Monday, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy unveiled revised guidance for states to access…

Vintage photos show how the military has evolved

Shelby Slauer,Kristine Villarroel, Business Insider

From AI-assisted drones to computerized missiles, military technology has advanced greatly from the days of sword-fighting.

Arab, Islamic countries condemn Netanyahu’s ‘Greater Israel’ remark

Al Jazeera, Al Jazeera English

A statement issued by the countries says the Israeli PM's remarks constitutes a direct threat to Arab national security.

India commends Trump, Putin for ‘leadership in pursuit of peace’ after Alaska summit

Express Web Desk, The Indian Express

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also wished the people of Ukraine a future marked by peace and progress, while thanking its president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, for his Independence Day wishes.

Farmers in US midwest squeezed by Trump tariffs and climate crisis

theguardian.com, Biztoc.com

Excess rainfall has fueled disease and pest pressure in Ohio’s soybean fields as a trade war with China puts farmers’ biggest export market in doubt Seventh-generation farmer Brian Harbage grows corn, soybeans and grass, and runs a cattle operation across fi…

The Democrats’ Biggest Senate Recruits Have One Thing in Common

Russell Berman, The Atlantic

They’re old.

Republicans say price report is a boon; Democrats say bust. Who’s right?

Al Jazeera, Al Jazeera English

Republicans highlight the positives, Democrats the negatives in latest US CPI report; experts say the data is mixed.

‘Feeding a narcissist:’ Ukraine reflects on Trump-Putin summit

Mansur Mirovalev, Al Jazeera English

Some wins for Russian president, Ukrainian analysts say - although nothing concrete comes out of the meeting.

Links 8/16/2025

Yves Smith, Nakedcapitalism.com

Our scintillating daily links: demon weed worries, Long Covid. Putin-Trump ho hum, China economy soft, NZ exodus, UK bond wobbles, IDF Gaza green light, Kristi Noem's free house, RIP Schumer? financial repression blowback? Musk, AI tower of Babel, US rich w/ …

Treasury Sec Issues Shock September Fed Prediction After Surprise U.S. Bitcoin Reveal Triggered Wild Price Swings

Billy Bambrough, Senior Contributor, Billy Bambrough, Senior Contributor https://www.forbes.com/sites/billybambrough/, Forbes

Bitcoin’s bearish reversal comes as U.S. Treasury secretary Scott Bessent revealed the U.S. holds far fewer bitcoin than previously thought...

California’s top Democrats aren’t convinced a progressive can win

Russell Payne, Salon

Democrats think they can flip California's 22nd District and take back the House, but they can't agree on how

Russia Is Cracking Down on End-to-End Encrypted Calls

Lily Hay Newman, Wired

Plus: ICE agents accidentally add a random person to a sensitive group chat, Norwegian intelligence blames the Kremlin for hacking a dam, and new facial recognition vans roam the UK.

Trump’s assault on global health is cruel — and it’s making America look weak

William deBuys, Salon

Demolishing USAID is a humanitarian disaster — and will damage America's reputation forever

Government papers found in an Alaskan hotel reveal details of Trump-Putin summit

Chiara Eisner, NPR

Documents with sensitive details about the meeting between President Trump and Russian President Putin were left behind on a public hotel printer.

Teenagers in Washington D.C. say the federal police takeover makes them feel unsafe

Meg Anderson, NPR

When President Trump announced his crackdown on crime in Washington, D.C., the local U.S. Attorney said she wanted to focus on juveniles. But experts say harsher punishments don't deter criminals.

How U.S. Aid To Ukraine and Russia Changed From Biden To Trump

Mark Temnycky, Contributor, Mark Temnycky, Contributor https://www.forbes.com/sites/marktemnycky/, Forbes

U.S. policies toward Ukraine and Russia during the Russo-Ukraine war have differed under President Joe Biden and President Donald Trump.

Trump-Putin summit ends with no ceasefire deal

Al Jazeera English

The anticipated meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin ended without a ceasefire deal in Ukraine.

The Rise of Crypto-Based Wrench Attacks

Emily Peck, Felix Salmon, and Elizabeth Spiers, Slate Magazine

Wealthy crypto holders are being targeted for their digital funds with IRL violence.

CBO Confirms Trump Budget Law Will Trigger Over $500 Billion in Automatic Medicare Cuts

Yves Smith, Nakedcapitalism.com

Tax breaks for billionaires are set to force over half a trillion dollars in Medicare cuts.

“Expectations were low and nothing came out” of Trump-Putin talks

Al Jazeera English

Analyst Melinda Haring says Europe is relieved Trump didn’t cut a land deal with Putin over Ukraine at the Alaska summit

Trump admin backs off Washington, DC police takeover after striking deal

Al Jazeera, Al Jazeera English

US President Donald Trump had placed Washington's police department under federal control earlier this week.

Trump leaves Alaska without a Ukraine peace deal — and Putin gets a win

CBC News

U.S. President Donald Trump set the bar low for the high-stakes meeting with his Russian counterpart in Alaska — and it became apparent why late Friday as things wrapped up with little more than a commitment to meet again.

Stars and Scars -- You Be the Judge

TMZ Staff, TMZ

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce got us buzzing about her music, their relationship and maybe the Super Bowl ... while President Trump unleashed the National Guard again and Cardi B torched Nicki Minaj! So, we gotta ask ...

Trump and Putin leave Alaska with no Ukraine deal

BBC News

The two leaders greeted each other warmly in Anchorage - but a ceasefire agreement fails to materialise.

Uncertainty Isn’t Keeping Americans at Home. Travel Stocks Are Benefiting

barrons.com, Biztoc.com

Backlash in Washington as Trump leaves Putin summit empty-handed

ft.com, Biztoc.com

First meeting since full-scale invasion of Ukraine three years ago attracts criticism from the president’s allies

Why is South Africa’s army chief under fire for backing Iran?

Shola Lawal, Al Jazeera English

General Rudzani Maphwanya's comments in Iran come as South Africa is trying to negotiate tariff relief with Trump.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,269

Al Jazeera, Al Jazeera English

Here are the key events on day 1,269 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

'Next time in Moscow?': Five takeaways after Trump and Putin's Alaska summit

BBC News

With no ceasefire and an invitation to Moscow, the US and Russia's meeting yields more questions than answers.

On day of meeting Putin, Trump repeatedly claims he resolved India-Pakistan conflict

PTI, The Indian Express

New Delhi has been maintaining that India and Pakistan halted their military actions following direct talks between their militaries without any mediation by the US.

Crypto IPOs Are Making Wall Street Go Wild. There Are More in the Pipeline

barrons.com, Biztoc.com

Trump, Putin end short summit without ceasefire deal in Ukraine

Al Jazeera, Al Jazeera English

Warm welcome for Russia's Putin at meeting with US President Donald Trump in Alaska, but no deal on ending Ukraine war.

Trump's aggressive push to take over DC policing may be a template for an approach in other cities

CALVIN WOODWARD, Yahoo Entertainment

The left sees President Donald Trump's attempted takeover of Washington law enforcement as part of a multifront march to autocracy — “vindictive...

Senator Begins Child Safety Investigation Into Meta’s A.I. Bot

nytimes.com, Biztoc.com

‘The meeting was a 10’: Trump lauds Alaska Summit with Putin, despite no deal on Ukraine

Express Web Desk, The Indian Express

Following the talks, Trump described the discussions as “extremely productive,” while acknowledging that “we’re not there yet” on reaching a final deal.

Qfin Holdings (QFIN) Announces Fiscal Q2 2025 Results

Noor Ul Ain Rehman, Yahoo Entertainment

Qfin Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:QFIN) is one of the top cheap stocks that will go to the moon according to Reddit. Qfin Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:QFIN) announced...

Mizuho Securities Lifts PT on Strategy Inc. (MSTR) to $586 From $563

Noor Ul Ain Rehman, Yahoo Entertainment

Strategy Inc. (NASDAQ:MSTR) is one of the top cheap stocks that will go to the moon according to Reddit. Mizuho Securities analyst Dan Dolev raised the...

Jim Cramer Says Sweetgreen Either Needs to Lower Prices or Introduce Lower Priced dishes

Syeda Seirut Javed, Yahoo Entertainment

Sweetgreen, Inc. (NYSE:SG) is one of the stocks Jim Cramer shed light on. Cramer highlighted that the company’s restaurant meals are costly. He said: “Here’s...

Jim Cramer on AGCO: I’m Wondering If it Might Have Even More Upside”

Syeda Seirut Javed, Yahoo Entertainment

AGCO Corporation (NYSE:AGCO) is one of the stocks Jim Cramer shed light on. During the episode, Cramer highlighted the stock’s rebound from April lows. He...

Jim Cramer on International Business Machines: “I Think They Have the Lead in Quantum”

Syeda Seirut Javed, Yahoo Entertainment

International Business Machines Corporation (NYSE:IBM) is one of the stocks Jim Cramer shed light on. A caller asked for Cramer’s thoughts on the company...

Jim Cramer States “Brinker’s Been a Winner in This Environment”

Syeda Seirut Javed, Yahoo Entertainment

Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE:EAT) is one of the stocks stocks Jim Cramer shed light on. Cramer discussed the company’s earnings and said: “You heard...

Jim Cramer Analyzes Bullish’s Market Entry and Investor Interest

Syeda Seirut Javed, Yahoo Entertainment

Bullish (NYSE:BLSH) is one of the stocks Jim Cramer shed light on. During the episode, Cramer discussed the stock after it went public. He commented: “Today,...

Jim Cramer on Cerence: “I Think the Current Version Has Got More Upside”

Syeda Seirut Javed, Yahoo Entertainment

Cerence Inc. (NASDAQ:CRNC) is one of the stocks on Jim Cramer’s radar. Cramer mentioned the stock during the episode and had some positive things to say...

Jim Cramer Says Sportradar “Is Like an Arms Dealer to the Sports Book Operators”

Syeda Seirut Javed, Yahoo Entertainment

Sportradar Group AG (NASDAQ:SRAD) is one of the stocks on Jim Cramer’s radar. During the episode, Cramer mentioned the stock and said that he has “been a big...

We're going to stop 5,000-7,000 people a week from being killed: Trump on Alaska talks with Putin

ANI, The Times of India

Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin met to discuss the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Trump stated the meeting was productive, with both leaders aiming to reduce casualties. They agreed on several points, but some key issues remain unresolved. Trump plans to consult wi…

Trump Says Up to Zelenskiy to Make Deal After Summit With Putin

Hadriana Lowenkron and Annmarie Hordern, Yahoo Entertainment

In an interview with Fox News’ Sean Hannity after the summit Trump said that there were a few sticking points remaining after his discussion with Putin, even...

J.P. Morgan Remains Bullish on The Wendy’s Company (WEN)

Noor Ul Ain Rehman, Yahoo Entertainment

The Wendy’s Company (NASDAQ:WEN) is one of the best small cap low volatility stocks to invest in. On August 11, analyst Rahul Krotthapalli from J.P. Morgan...

TD Cowen Lowers PT on Teradata Corporation (TDC) to $24 From $25, Keeps a Hold Rating

Noor Ul Ain Rehman, Yahoo Entertainment

Teradata Corporation (NYSE:TDC) is one of the best small cap low volatility stocks to invest in. On August 6, TD Cowen analyst Derrick Wood lowered the...

Jefferies Lifts PT on Vistra Corp. (VST) to $241 From $145

Noor Ul Ain Rehman, Yahoo Entertainment

Vistra Corp. (NYSE:VST) is one of the best stocks to invest in for beginners. On August 11, Jefferies analyst Julien Dumoulin-Smith raised the firm’s price...

Jefferies Reiterates a Buy Rating on Boston Scientific Corporation (BSX), Sets a $130 PT

Noor Ul Ain Rehman, Yahoo Entertainment

Boston Scientific Corporation (NYSE:BSX) is one of the best stocks to invest in for beginners. In a report released on August 11, Matthew Taylor from...

Express View on PM Modi’s Independence Day speech: Hope, not fear

Editorial, The Indian Express

PM’s call for reform and self-reliance struck the right note; the spectre of the ‘intruder’ one of disquiet

No ceasefire, no deal. What summit means for Trump, Putin and Ukraine

BBC News

Three BBC correspondents at the meeting in Alaska assess what we learned about the two leaders and what's next for the war.

“We didn’t get there” – Trump and Putin Ukraine meeting falls short

Al Jazeera English

US President Donald Trump says he and Russian President Vladimir Putin made progress during talks in Alaska.

Trump, Putin Share Limo Ride to Alaska Meeting

youtube.com, Biztoc.com

President Donald Trump and Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin began discussions at a highly anticipated summit with the US leader looking to secure an end to the war in Ukraine. #politics #russia #trump #ukraine #worldnews #us #putin #zelensky Trump and Puti…

'I'm Fine!': CNN's Jake Tapper Awkwardly Caught On Hot Mic Amid Trump-Putin Summit

Ben Blanchet, HuffPost

The host noted that he was having "real comms problems" just minutes after the uncomfortable, on-air moment.

Watch: How the Trump-Putin summit unfolded in 82 seconds

BBC News

The meeting concluded with no deal being reached between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin but "great progress" was made in Ukraine talks.

$372K In Lobbying And A Push For Family Rights From An Unlikely Ally

Christine Michel Carter, Senior Contributor, Christine Michel Carter, Senior Contributor https://www.forbes.com/sites/christinecarter/, Forbes

Some companies lobby for profits, not people. This year an unlikely company flipped the script, using its influence to push for family rights over the bottom line.

'Next time in Moscow?' - Putin invites Trump to Russia with rare use of English

BBC News

Russian President Vladimir Putin invited US President Donald Trump to Moscow at the end of their joint press conference in Alaska.