Trump News for Friday, February 6, 2026
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Trump Phone Looks Different, Costs More and Won't Be Made in the US, Report Shows
Corinne Reichert · CNET
The T1 looks different (again), and its specs and pricing have changed, according to a model handset shown in a video call to The Verge.
Donald Trump
Feb 6, 2026, 11:34 PM

Trump Mobile execs showcase the T1 Phone's new design and specs, and say the phones go through "final assembly" in Miami and full assembly in the US is a "goal" (Dominic Preston/The Verge)
Techmeme.com
Dominic Preston / The Verge:
Trump Mobile execs showcase the T1 Phone's new design and specs, and say the phones go through “final assembly” in Miami and full assembly in the US is a “goal” — I spoke to two Trump Mobile executives for an exclusive first loo…
Feb 6, 2026, 11:25 PM

‘Nothing retaliatory’: US seeks deportation of 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos
Al Jazeera · Al Jazeera English
Lawyers for the Ecuadorian asylum seeker have speculated the Trump administration is seeking 'retaliatory' actions.
ImmigrationLegal & JusticeSocial Issues & Culture
Feb 6, 2026, 11:13 PM

Jack White Slams Trump’s Racist Post About the Obamas: ‘Arrest This Man’
Maya Georgi · Rolling Stone
Jack White calls out President Trump after Trump shares racist video about the Obamas
Donald Trump
Feb 6, 2026, 10:47 PM
Palmer Luckey's Erebor becomes the first newly created bank to receive a national charter under the second Trump administration, launching with $635M in capital (Wall Street Journal)
Techmeme.com
Wall Street Journal:
Palmer Luckey's Erebor becomes the first newly created bank to receive a national charter under the second Trump administration, launching with $635M in capital — Erebor founder Palmer Luckey was one of the tech industry's early Trump s…
BankingEconomy & Finance
Feb 6, 2026, 10:45 PM

Judge orders 3 families returned to US after finding DHS used 'lies' to deport them
Laura Romero · ABC News
A judge has ordered the administration to return three immigrant families to the U.S. after finding that immigration agents used "deception and coercion" to remove them.
ICE Controversies & ResistanceImmigrationLawsuitsLegal & JusticeSocial Issues & Culture
Feb 6, 2026, 10:17 PM

Trump’s racist post, briefly explained
Cameron Peters · Vox
This story appeared in The Logoff, a daily newsletter that helps you stay informed about the Trump administration without letting political news take over your life. Subscribe here. Welcome to The Logoff: President Donald Trump’s racism is making his party an…
Donald Trump
Feb 6, 2026, 10:14 PM

DOJ’s Frivolous Boasberg Complaint Dismissed—While Nobody Can Explain How DOJ Got The ‘Evidence’ It Never Provided
Mike Masnick · Techdirt
Back in August, we wrote about the Department of Justice’s unprecedented decision to file a judicial misconduct complaint against D.C. Chief Judge James Boasberg. The complaint, which Attorney General Pam Bondi tweeted about in what was itself likely a violat…
DOJ ActionsFederal AgenciesLegal & Justice
Feb 6, 2026, 9:41 PM

US FCC notice to broadcasters prompts concerns on curtailing free speech
Saumya Roy · Al Jazeera English
Critics say such actions and increasing corporate ownership of media is causing a backsliding in US media freedom.
Free SpeechMedia & Communications
Feb 6, 2026, 9:02 PM

Oil and US oversight: How is Venezuela’s interim government surviving?
Elizabeth Melimopoulos · Al Jazeera English
As Venezuela enters a new political phase, we look at how the government keeps functioning.
EnergyForeign Policy & International
Feb 6, 2026, 8:25 PM

The Lion King Excuse Does Not Make the Racist Donald Trump Post Any Better
Molly Olmstead · Slate Magazine
Sen. Tim Scott, who is Black, called it “the most racist thing I’ve seen out of this White House.”
Civil RightsDonald TrumpSocial Issues & Culture
Feb 6, 2026, 8:12 PM

Mexico promises food support for Cuba as US stifles the island’s fuel supply
Joseph Stepansky · Al Jazeera English
Sheinbaum says she is still negotiating with US after Trump threatens tariffs on countries that ship oil to Havana.
Donald TrumpEnergyForeign Policy & InternationalLatin AmericaSanctions
Feb 6, 2026, 7:57 PM

Anti-ICE protesters rally in Milan before Winter Olympics
Al Jazeera Staff · Al Jazeera English
Students demand ICE agents protecting US delegation leave amid global outrage over Trump's brutal deportation push.
ICE Controversies & ResistanceImmigrationProtestsSocial Issues & Culture
Feb 6, 2026, 7:39 PM

Trump’s Memecoin Down 95% as Democrats Seek Answers on Crypto ‘Corruption’
Kyle Torpey · Gizmodo.com
Tough times for crypto bros whether they're the President or not.
Donald TrumpEconomy & Finance
Feb 6, 2026, 7:20 PM

Dems Channel Kramer in Softening ICE Demands
Ryan Bort · Rolling Stone
Democrats in Congress have released a new list of demands for ICE restrictions, but Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries already seem to be sofening.
CongressDemocratic PartyImmigrationLeadershipPolicy & Legislation
Feb 6, 2026, 7:10 PM

WATCH: Disabled Minneapolis resident dragged, detained by ICE speaks out
ABC News
Aliya Rahman gave her account of what happened during her now-viral account with ICE, where she was dragged out of her car. She also shared what she saw in the detention center.
ICE Controversies & ResistanceImmigrationSocial Issues & Culture
Feb 6, 2026, 7:09 PM
The Evangelicals Who See Trump’s Viciousness As a Virtue
Peter Wehner · The Atlantic
At the National Prayer Breakfast, the president tested his audience’s commitment to Christian ethics.
Donald Trump
Feb 6, 2026, 7:02 PM

Jenin Younes on Threats to Free Speech from the Left and the Right
The New Yorker
A First Amendment lawyer once attacked Democrats for suppressing unpopular opinions; she now sees a vastly greater threat from the Trump Administration.
CensorshipFree SpeechSocial Issues & Culture
Feb 6, 2026, 7:00 PM

Republicans condemn racist Trump video post depicting Obamas as apes
Al Jazeera Staff · Al Jazeera English
Members of Trump's political party called for the removal of the reposted clip, which has since been taken down.
Civil RightsDonald TrumpSocial Issues & CultureSocial Media
Feb 6, 2026, 6:58 PM

Trump Deletes Extremely Racist Meme About Obamas After Backlash From Republicans
Matt Novak · Gizmodo.com
The White House initially defended the post by saying, "Please stop the fake outrage."
Donald TrumpSocial Media
Feb 6, 2026, 6:35 PM

US imposes sanctions on ‘shadow fleet’ accused of transporting Iranian oil
Al Jazeera Staff · Al Jazeera English
The US State Department has said the economic penalties are necessary to 'stem the flow of revenue' to Tehran.
EnergyForeign Policy & InternationalIranMiddle EastSanctions
Feb 6, 2026, 6:11 PM
Amazon is expanding 'Melania' to nearly 300 more theaters after a strong opening weekend
Jason Guerrasio · Business Insider
Amazon MGM's "Melania" documentary scored a 10-year best $7 million at the box office in its opening weekend. Now, it's expanding to more screens.
Feb 6, 2026, 5:55 PM

Trump posts racist meme of the Obamas - then deletes it
Deepa Shivaram · NPR
Trump's racist post came at the end of a minute-long video promoting conspiracy theories about the 2020 election.
Civil RightsDonald TrumpSocial Issues & CultureSocial Media
Feb 6, 2026, 5:46 PM

WATCH: Benghazi attack suspect caught, extradited to US, DOJ says
ABC News
The suspect landed in Andrews Air Force Base, according to Attorney General Pam Bondi.
Criminal CasesDOJ ActionsFederal AgenciesLaw EnforcementSecurity Incidents
Feb 6, 2026, 5:44 PM

Facial Recognition Tech Used To Hunt Migrants Was Deployed Without Required Privacy Paperwork
Tim Cushing · Techdirt
In the grand scheme of things — the wanton cruelty, the routine violations of rights, the actual fucking murders — this may only seem like a blip on the mass deportation continuum. But this report from Dell Cameron for Wired is still important. It not only ex…
Border SecurityCivil RightsImmigrationSocial Issues & CultureTechnology Regulation
Feb 6, 2026, 5:37 PM

Iran, US hold talks in Oman as fears of war hang over region
Maziar Motamedi · Al Jazeera English
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says the indirect talks were “a good start”.
Foreign Policy & InternationalIranMiddle EastNational SecurityUS-Iran War
Feb 6, 2026, 5:20 PM

Trump shares video that includes racist depiction of the Obamas, sparking backlash
Justin Gomez, Isabella Murray · ABC News
President Trump shared a video that includes a racist animation of former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama.
Civil RightsDonald TrumpSocial Issues & Culture
Feb 6, 2026, 4:50 PM

WATCH: Team USA gears up for Milan Cortina opening ceremony
ABC News
Maggie Rulli caught up with Team USA's Freestyle Women's Moguls as they tried on their opening ceremony looks.
Feb 6, 2026, 4:11 PM

WATCH: Urgent search for Nancy Guthrie intensifies
ABC News
The FBI is now jointly investigating the case and offering a $50,000 reward
Law Enforcement
Feb 6, 2026, 4:10 PM

Trump shares video with racist clip depicting Obamas as apes
BBC News
As a black Republican senator calls it "the most racist thing I've seen out of this White House", the administration says "stop the fake outrage".
Civil RightsDonald TrumpSocial Issues & Culture
Feb 6, 2026, 3:58 PM

Jimmy Kimmel Makes Bombshell Accusations About Melania Trump’s “Rigged” Documentary
Karina Babenok · Boredpanda.com
The documentary about the first lady reportedly exceeded box office expectations, earning more than $7 million during its opening weekend.
Feb 6, 2026, 3:26 PM

Congress passes $50 billion foreign aid bill, despite the Trump's cuts in 2025
Fatma Tanis · NPR
Congress allocated $50 billion for initiatives aimed at supporting democracy, scholarship programs, U.S. embassy operations and health and humanitarian programs around the world.
BudgetCongressForeign Policy & International
Feb 6, 2026, 3:19 PM

WATCH: WH offers shifting explanations of why Gabbard was at Georgia election office raid
ABC News
President Donald Trump on Thursday again shifted explanations of why Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard was at a FBI search of a Georgia election office where 2020 ballots were seized.
Donald TrumpElections & PoliticsGovernment & AdministrationLeadership
Feb 6, 2026, 3:18 PM

Stellantis Takes Massive $26.5 Billion Hit On EV Pullback
staff@jalopnik.com (Andy Kalmowitz) · Jalopnik
Stellantis is dealing with a massive $26.5 billion writedown because of EVs, Toyota is replacing its CEO following a massive tariff bill and more.
AutomotiveEconomy & Finance
Feb 6, 2026, 3:06 PM

Trump Admin Doesn’t Want Us to Call the Klansman Who Murdered Medgar Evers a Racist
Danielle Han · Jezebel
Mississippi Today reported that several officials said the National Park Service attempted to remove museum brochures that described Byron De La Beckwith as "a member of the racist and segregationist White Citizens’ Council.”
CensorshipCivil RightsRacial JusticeSocial Issues & Culture
Feb 6, 2026, 3:02 PM

Splinter: Trump Crushed U.S. Tourism
Jacob Weindling · Jezebel
American tourism may be permanently debilitated because Trump and the GOP made everyone else around the world realize that there are plenty of other places they’d rather visit than a country run by the biggest antisocial freaks on the planet.
Donald TrumpTourism
Feb 6, 2026, 2:51 PM

‘Crypto winter’: Why is Bitcoin crashing despite Trump’s support?
Priyanka Shankar · Al Jazeera English
Bitcoin has been on a downward spiral since last October as the 'hype' over crypto wanes.
Economy & Finance
Feb 6, 2026, 1:54 PM

President Trump Shares Racist Video of Michelle, Barack Obama as Apes
TMZ Staff · TMZ
It's no secret President Donald Trump and the Obamas don't get along ... but DT has now taken their bad vibes to a whole new level, posting a short video of Barack and Michelle depicted as apes. Trump uploaded the shocking clip on his Truth Social…
Donald Trump
Feb 6, 2026, 1:52 PM

MAGA Zealots Are Waging War On Affordable Broadband
Karl Bode · Techdirt
The Trump administration keeps demonstrating that it really hates affordable broadband. It particularly hates it when the government tries to make broadband affordable to poor people or rural school kids. In just the last year the Trump administration has: I’…
Donald TrumpPolicy & LegislationPrices and Cost of LivingSocial Issues & Culture
Feb 6, 2026, 1:32 PM

Canada, France to open consulates in Greenland amid ongoing US threats
Al Jazeera · Al Jazeera English
Move comes as Trump insists on securing the semi-autonomous island belonging to Denmark, citing security concerns.
Foreign Policy & InternationalGreenland Acquisition Efforts
Feb 6, 2026, 1:13 PM

Trump wants Penn Station, Dulles Airport named after him in deal, sources say
Jonathan Karl · ABC News
Sources told ABC that Schumer rejected Trump's offer.
Donald Trump
Feb 6, 2026, 1:04 PM

Bitcoin Crashes as Crypto Investors Whine About People Making Fun of Them
Matt Novak · Gizmodo.com
What happened to Trump as crypto's savior?
Economy & Finance
Feb 6, 2026, 12:50 PM
How Melania Trump's style has evolved, from her modeling days to first lady life
Samantha Grindell Pettyjohn · Business Insider
Melania Trump used to walk red carpets in sparkly, sheer outfits. As first lady, she embraces suits, high-fashion designers, and bold accessories.
Feb 6, 2026, 12:42 PM

U.S., Iran to hold nuclear program talks. And, Dems unveil new list of DHS demands
Brittney Melton · NPR
The U.S. and Iran begin high-stakes talks today over Iran's nuclear program. And, Democrats unveil a detailed list of demands to change how DHS immigration enforcement officers operate.
Foreign Policy & InternationalIranMiddle EastNuclear Policy
Feb 6, 2026, 12:22 PM
Trump Posts Video Depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as Apes
Yahoo Entertainment
Donald Trump
Feb 6, 2026, 11:54 AM

Trump’s America First doctrine is remaking global diplomacy
Adolfo Franco · Al Jazeera English
Trump is using military strength and economic pressure to advance US interests.
Donald TrumpForeign Policy & InternationalNational Security
Feb 6, 2026, 11:21 AM

“Terrorist”: How ICE Weaponized 9/11’s Scarlet Letter
The Intercept Briefing · The Intercept
Spencer Ackerman on how the politics of counterterrorism led to ICE and CBP completing their transformation into a death squad — and why the agencies are unreformable.
The post “Terrorist”: How ICE Weaponized 9/11’s Scarlet Letter appeared first on The Interc…
Federal AgenciesICE Controversies & ResistanceImmigrationSocial Issues & CultureTerrorism
Feb 6, 2026, 11:00 AM

These Are the Democrat ICE Reform Demands the GOP Calls 'Impossible'
Jim Vorel · Jezebel
Democrats demand that ICE agents behave as if they might ever have to face consequences for breaking the law. Republicans say "impossible."
ICE Controversies & ResistanceImmigrationSocial Issues & Culture
Feb 6, 2026, 10:59 AM

Just how ‘excellent’ was Trump and Xi Jinping’s phone call, really?
Al Jazeera · Al Jazeera English
US president raved about his 'extremely good' personal relationship with the Chinese leader, but Xi was more muted.
ChinaDonald TrumpForeign Policy & InternationalLeadership
Feb 6, 2026, 10:30 AM

Court records: Chicago immigration raid was about squatters, not Venezuelan gangs
Sergio Martínez-Beltrán · NPR
In the documents the Department of Homeland Security said the raid "was based on intelligence that there were illegal aliens unlawfully occupying apartments in the building." There is no mention of criminal gangs or Tren de Aragua.
Fact-CheckingFederal AgenciesImmigrationLaw EnforcementLegal & Justice
Feb 6, 2026, 10:19 AM

Architects' designs for Donald J Trump Airport
Dezeen staff · Dezeen
In the latest episode of Dezeen Weekly we ask: does Donald Trump approve of modernist buildings if they have his name on them? And are we living through an era of "gentleism"? In this week's podcast, we discuss architects' proposals for an overhaul of Eero Sa…
Feb 6, 2026, 10:00 AM
Minneapolis now has daily deportation flights. One man has been documenting them
Kat Lonsdorf · NPR
A professional airplane enthusiast has been tracking the federally chartered deportation flights out of the Minneapolis airport as DHS sends immigration detainees to other states and, eventually, other countries.
ImmigrationSocial Issues & Culture
Feb 6, 2026, 10:00 AM

Iran and US to reopen nuclear talks in Oman after weeks of tension
Kevin Shalvey · ABC News
The U.S. is seeking "zero nuclear capability" from Iran, the White House said.
Arms ControlIranMiddle EastNational SecurityNuclear Policy
Feb 6, 2026, 9:34 AM

Mexico’s tariffs on India are a double whammy after US tariffs
Gurvinder Singh · Al Jazeera English
The steep hikes by Mexico have devastated several Indian industries already reeling under crushing US tariffs.
Economy & FinanceTariff Economic ImpactTrade
Feb 6, 2026, 8:44 AM

Iran and US set for talks in Oman over nuclear program after Tehran shaken by nationwide protests
The Associated Press · NPR
Iran and the United States could hold negotiations in Oman after a chaotic week that initially saw plans for regional countries to participate in talks held in Turkey
Arms ControlForeign Policy & InternationalIranMiddle EastNuclear Policy
Feb 6, 2026, 7:52 AM

Canada dispatches senior officials to open Greenland consulate
BBC News
It was planned before Trump said he wanted the Arctic island but Canada says the move is a show of solidarity with Greenlanders.
Foreign Policy & International
Feb 6, 2026, 7:50 AM

WATCH: Warren and Bessent get into argument over President Trump's Fed chair nominee
ABC News
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent sparred with Democratic Sen. Elizabeth Warren on Thursday during a Senate hearing that at times grew contentious.
AppointmentsCabinetCongressLeadershipPersonnel
Feb 6, 2026, 7:05 AM

Argentina and US sign a major trade deal to slash tariffs and boost political alliance
The Associated Press · NPR
The deal slashes hundreds of reciprocal tariffs between the two countries.
Economy & FinanceForeign Policy & InternationalTrade
Feb 6, 2026, 7:05 AM

‘STFU’: Mark Ruffalo Slams Kevin O’Leary After He Attacks Billie Eilish’s Anti-ICE Speech
Charisma Madarang · Rolling Stone
Mark Ruffalo hit back at Kevin O’Leary after the Shark Tank reality TV star criticized Billie Eilish's anti-ICE Grammys acceptance speech.
Social Issues & Culture
Feb 6, 2026, 4:56 AM

Trump’s ‘maximalist demands’ for Iran put talks in Oman on uncertain ground
Joseph Stepansky · Al Jazeera English
Analysts say Trump's unclear strategy risks derailing US-Iran talks amid military posturing and protests across Iran.
Donald TrumpForeign Policy & InternationalIranMiddle EastNational Security
Feb 6, 2026, 4:55 AM

US military kills two people in latest attack on vessel in the Pacific
Brian Osgood · Al Jazeera English
US says two people were killed in strike on a vessel in the Pacific Ocean, continuing a campaign denounced as illegal.
Foreign Policy & InternationalNational SecuritySecurity & IntelligenceSecurity Incidents
Feb 6, 2026, 3:30 AM
Trump Is Asked if He'll Commit to Sending $2K Tariff Checks He Promised. His Answer Raises More Questions
Madison E. Goldberg · PEOPLE
Trump addressed the topic in a new interview with NBC News journalist Tom Llamas
Donald TrumpEconomy & FinanceTrade
Feb 6, 2026, 2:25 AM

‘TrumpRx’ website launches in US with promise to lower price of medicine
Al Jazeera · Al Jazeera English
US president has pitched initiative as populist attack on pharmaceutical companies, but analysts question efficacy.
Donald TrumpHealth & ScienceHealthcarePolicy & LegislationPrices and Cost of Living
Feb 6, 2026, 2:15 AM

Virginia Democrats show map to counter Trump redistricting but its future is unclear
Jahd Khalil · NPR
The new map still requires approval from the courts and the voters but, if enacted, it could help Democrats win four more House seats
CongressDemocratic PartyElections & PoliticsRedistrictingRegional & State
Feb 6, 2026, 1:58 AM

HILLARY: LET PUBLIC WATCH MY TESTIMONY!
Scripps News Group · Scrippsnews.com
HILLARY: LET PUBLIC WATCH MY TESTIMONY!
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Trump rejects call from Russia’s Putin to extend cap on nuclear deployments
Al Jazeera · Al Jazeera English
US president says that he wants to negotiate replacement for strategic nuclear deployment treaty that recently expired.
Arms ControlDonald TrumpForeign Policy & InternationalNational SecurityNuclear Policy
Feb 6, 2026, 1:07 AM