The president announced a $12 billion aid package for farmers who have suffered under his own controversial policies.

Once the White House submits its plans this month, the National Capital Planning Commission is expected to consider the proposal early next year.

President Donald Trump is touting the economy and defending boat strikes amid scrutiny. Follow for live updates.

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The Supreme Court will consider whether removal protections for members of the Federal Trade Commission violate the separation of powers.

President Donald Trump is touting the economy and defending boat strikes amid scrutiny. He will head to Pennsylvania to make remarks on cost of living concerns as the administration faces pressure on affordability.

During a White House meeting on Tuesday, surrounded by his Cabinet, President Donald Trump referred to Somali immigrants as “garbage” and said, “We don’t want them in our country.” No one in Trump’s Cabinet stood up to this expression of gutter racism,

In Texas, Democratic candidates Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico have launched their Senate campaigns with contrasting strategies.

The Trump administration announced $12 billion in one-time payments to farmers in the wake of this year's tariff hikes on Monday, primarily targeting farmers who grow crops such as soybeans and corn.