President Donald Trump is hosting Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa at the White House on Monday (November 10, 2025), welcoming the once-pariah state into a US-led global coalition to fight the Islamic State group.


US-Syria Ties: Trump Holds Historic White House Meeting with Syria's Al-Sharaa 

Trump Hosts Syria's Al-Sharaa for First-of-its-kind Meeting at White House 

U.S. President Donald Trump has sent a legal threat to the BBC, raising concerns over editorial practices and content involving him. The letter comes amid ongoing controversies surrounding the broadcaster’s reporting. Stay updated with the latest developments and analysis on this high-profile media dispute.

BBC Receives Letter from Donald Trump Threatening Legal Action 

A Trump-brokered truce in Thailand has been suspended following landmine explosions that injured two soldiers. The incident has heightened tensions in the region and raised concerns over the stability of the ceasefire.


Trump-Brokered Truce Deal Suspended After Landmine Blasts in Thailand, 2 Soldiers Injured

BBC Director-General Tim Davie has resigned following controversy over the airing of a doctored video of US President Donald Trump. The resignation comes amid criticism of editorial judgment and concerns over media accountability.


BBC Boss Tim Davie Resigns After Row Over Trump's Doctored Video

U.S.: Forty days into the federal shutdown, U.S. Senators have reached a material breakthrough. Representatives from both parties said that they have a tentative deal that could end the weeks-long government shutdown. The update comes as pressure is skyrocketing, from air traffic staffing cuts to tens of millions of Americans entering holiday travel weekend mode.


U.S.: Senators Reach a Tentative Framework to Re-Open Government 

Donald Trump became only the third sitting US president to attend a regular season NFL game during his in-person appearance during the Washington Commanders - Detroit Lions game on Sunday (Nov 9) at the Northwest Stadium. The US President, when shown on the big screen during the game, received both cheers and jeers from the crowd. The noise, predominantly, was boos when the announcer introduced the the US President at the half-time when he read oath of service for the new military recruits.<h2>Trump attends Washington Commander game</h2>The US president was a bit late to the game and sat in a private suite with House Speaker Mike Johnson. Have a look at the video of crowd reaction below:

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Trump getting booed at the Commanders game <a href="https://t.co/ZKgoLqvpqz">pic.twitter.com/ZKgoLqvpqz</a>&mdash; Acyn (@Acyn) <a href="https://twitter.com/Acyn/status/1987657490344149222?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 9, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

"I’m a little bit late," Trump told reporters earlier after landing at Joint Base Andrews. "We’re gonna have a good game. Things are going along very well. The country’s doing well. The Democrats have to open it up," he added.Later on, Trump also joined Fox Sports commentators Kenny Albert and Jonathan Vilma for a casual on-air conversation during which he was asked about his football playing days at the New York Military Academy."I played tight end, but it was not quite football like this. It was a little bit easier. It wasn’t so tough," the US president replied. Trump, however, left the game before completion.Before him, only Richard Nixon in 1969 and Jimmy Carter in 1978 attended regular-season NFL games while serving the president. Earlier this year, Trump also became the first sitting US president to attend the Super Bowl. Trump was in attendance during the Philadelphia Eagles vs the Kansas City Chiefs game in February. He supported the Chiefs but it was the Eagles who came out triumphant to win the Lombardy Trophy.

Before him, only Richard Nixon in 1969 and Jimmy Carter in 1978 attended regular-season NFL games while serving the president. Earlier this year, Trump also became the first sitting US president to attend the Super Bowl.

Donald Trump became only the third sitting US president to attend a regular season NFL game during his in-person appearance during the Washington Commanders - Detroit Lions game on Sunday (Nov 9) at the Northwest Stadium. The US President, when shown on the big screen during the game, received both cheers and jeers from the crowd. The noise, predominantly, was boos when the announcer introduced the the US President at the half-time when he read oath of service for the new military recruits. Trump attends Washington Commander game The US president was a bit late to the game and sat in a private suite with House Speaker Mike Johnson. Have a look at the video of crowd reaction below:

Before him, only Richard Nixon in 1969 and Jimmy Carter in 1978 attended regular-season NFL games while serving the president. Earlier this year, Trump also became the first sitting US president to attend the Super Bowl.

WATCH | Crowd cheers and jeers US President Trump during Commanders-Lions NFL game

The UK government on Sunday termed as "incredibly serious" the allegations concerning the BBC's edited clips featuring US President Donald Trump in one of its flagship documentary programmes. Culture, Media and Sport Minister Lisa Nandy said the issue warranted an explanation, as the broadcaster confirmed that its chair, Samir Shah, would appear before a parliamentary committee on Monday, according to a report by the AFP.&nbsp;Several Media outlets, including the BBC, reported on Sunday that Shah's response is expected to include an apology. The development unfolded after the white House press secretary Karoline Leavitt accused the BBC of spreading “fake news” and branded it a “leftist propaganda machine”.&nbsp;Speaking to The Telegraph, Leavitt criticised the broadcaster for being “ purposefully dishonest.” The BBC has come under fire for allegedly misleading viewers by selectively editing a speech delivered by Trump ahead of the 2021 Capitol riots. The version shown in the Panorama programme appeared to suggest Trump told his supporters he would walk with them to the US Capitol and “fight like hell.”&nbsp;However, in the unedited footage, Trump instead urged the crowd to accompany him to “cheer on our brave senators and congressmen and women.” At the time, he was contesting Joe Biden’s victory in the presidential election that ended his first term.&nbsp;"The BBC chairman will provide a full response to the Culture, Media and Sport Committee on Monday," a BBC spokesperson said. The edit was part of a documentary named "Trump: A Second Chance?", which was broadcast the week before last year's presidential election in the US.<h3>A series of allegations against the BBC</h3>Nandy added that the edited video of Trump was one of a number of concerns about editorial standards at the BBC. "It isn't just about the Panorama programme, although that is incredibly serious; there are a series of very serious allegations made, the most serious of which is that there is systemic bias in the way that difficult issues are reported at the BBC," she told BBC television in an interview.&nbsp;She also said that she was concerned about a tendency for editorial standards and the language used in reports found to be "entirely inconsistent" whether it be on "Israel, Gaza... trans people or on this issue about President Trump".&nbsp;Earlier this year, the BBC issued several apologies for "serious flaws" in the making of another documentary, "Gaza: How To Survive A Warzone", which was broadcast in February. In October, it was also sanctioned by the UK media watchdog for the "materially misleading" programme whose child narrator was later disclosed to be the son of the former deputy minister of agriculture of Hamas.

Culture, Media and Sport Minister Lisa Nandy said the issue warranted an explanation, as the broadcaster confirmed that its chair, Samir Shah, would appear before a parliamentary committee on Monday.

The UK government on Sunday termed as "incredibly serious" the allegations concerning the BBC's edited clips featuring US President Donald Trump in one of its flagship documentary programmes. Culture, Media and Sport Minister Lisa Nandy said the issue warranted an explanation, as the broadcaster confirmed that its chair, Samir Shah, would appear before a parliamentary committee on Monday, according to a report by the AFP. Several Media outlets, including the BBC, reported on Sunday that Shah's response is expected to include an apology. The development unfolded after the white House press secretary Karoline Leavitt accused the BBC of spreading “fake news” and branded it a “leftist propaganda machine”. Speaking to The Telegraph, Leavitt criticised the broadcaster for being “ purposefully dishonest.” The BBC has come under fire for allegedly misleading viewers by selectively editing a speech delivered by Trump ahead of the 2021 Capitol riots. The version shown in the Panorama programme appeared to suggest Trump told his supporters he would walk with them to the US Capitol and “fight like hell.” However, in the unedited footage, Trump instead urged the crowd to accompany him to “cheer on our brave senators and congressmen and women.” At the time, he was contesting Joe Biden’s victory in the presidential election that ended his first term. "The BBC chairman will provide a full response to the Culture, Media and Sport Committee on Monday," a BBC spokesperson said. The edit was part of a documentary named "Trump: A Second Chance?", which was broadcast the week before last year's presidential election in the US. A series of allegations against the BBC Nandy added that the edited video of Trump was one of a number of concerns about editorial standards at the BBC. "It isn't just about the Panorama programme, although that is incredibly serious; there are a series of very serious allegations made, the most serious of which is that there is systemic bias in the way that difficult issues are reported at the BBC," she told BBC television in an interview. She also said that she was concerned about a tendency for editorial standards and the language used in reports found to be "entirely inconsistent" whether it be on "Israel, Gaza... trans people or on this issue about President Trump". Earlier this year, the BBC issued several apologies for "serious flaws" in the making of another documentary, "Gaza: How To Survive A Warzone", which was broadcast in February. In October, it was also sanctioned by the UK media watchdog for the "materially misleading" programme whose child narrator was later disclosed to be the son of the former deputy minister of agriculture of Hamas.

Culture, Media and Sport Minister Lisa Nandy said the issue warranted an explanation, as the broadcaster confirmed that its chair, Samir Shah, would appear before a parliamentary committee on Monday.

‘Leftist propaganda’: White House slams BBC over fake news against Trump, UK govt said THIS

&nbsp;United States President Donald Trump could have a stadium named after him and that’s not according to us, but according to a recent White House post. Trump, who is just the second US President in history to serve non-consecutive terms, could be in attendance for an NFL match on Sunday (Nov 9). However, according to an ESPN report, an intermediary has told the Washington Commanders' ownership group that Trump wants the stadium to bear his name.<h2>Trump to have a stadium named after him?</h2>Trump could deliver a message in person on Sunday when he is expected to watch the Commanders play the Detroit Lions at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Maryland. American veterans are scheduled to be honored at halftime during the NFL contest.&nbsp;"That would surely be a beautiful name, as it was President Trump who made the rebuilding of the new stadium possible," said Karoline Leavitt, press secretary for the Republican president.&nbsp;A spokesperson for the Washington Commanders told The Associated Press in a text message that the team had no comment on the report. The office of the city's mayor, Democrat Muriel Bowser, declined comment.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a>&nbsp;Earlier, a deal was announced in April between the Washington Commanders and the District of Columbia; the team will return to the nation's capital in a new stadium expected to cost nearly $4 billion. It will be built on the site of the RFK Stadium, where the team played for more than three decades when it won three Super Bowls in the 1980s and 1990s. The team moved to Landover in 1997.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a>&nbsp;Trump, who has been a feature in multiple sports events this year, could leave a lasting impression if he has a stadium named after him. The US President was in attendance at the Super Bowl in February, followed by the Club World Cup final and then the US Open men’s singles final.

Donald Trump could deliver a message in person on Sunday when he is expected to watch the Commanders play the Detroit Lions at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Maryland. 

United States President Donald Trump could have a stadium named after him and that’s not according to us, but according to a recent White House post. Trump, who is just the second US President in history to serve non-consecutive terms, could be in attendance for an NFL match on Sunday (Nov 9). However, according to an ESPN report, an intermediary has told the Washington Commanders' ownership group that Trump wants the stadium to bear his name. Trump to have a stadium named after him? Trump could deliver a message in person on Sunday when he is expected to watch the Commanders play the Detroit Lions at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Maryland. American veterans are scheduled to be honored at halftime during the NFL contest. "That would surely be a beautiful name, as it was President Trump who made the rebuilding of the new stadium possible," said Karoline Leavitt, press secretary for the Republican president. A spokesperson for the Washington Commanders told The Associated Press in a text message that the team had no comment on the report. The office of the city's mayor, Democrat Muriel Bowser, declined comment. ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes Earlier, a deal was announced in April between the Washington Commanders and the District of Columbia; the team will return to the nation's capital in a new stadium expected to cost nearly $4 billion. It will be built on the site of the RFK Stadium, where the team played for more than three decades when it won three Super Bowls in the 1980s and 1990s. The team moved to Landover in 1997. ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes Trump, who has been a feature in multiple sports events this year, could leave a lasting impression if he has a stadium named after him. The US President was in attendance at the Super Bowl in February, followed by the Club World Cup final and then the US Open men’s singles final.

Donald Trump could deliver a message in person on Sunday when he is expected to watch the Commanders play the Detroit Lions at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Maryland.&nbsp;

Trump to have stadium named after him? Here's what White House said ahead of Commanders vs Detroit NFL tie

US President Donald Trump on Friday (Nov 7) formally endorsed Indian-origin Vivek Ramaswamy in the Ohio Governor's race, calling him "something special." Acknowledging that he competed against Ramaswamy as a Republican Presidential candidate, Trump said that he will be a “GREAT Governor of Ohio.” Stating that he is totally and completely endorsing Ramaswamy, Trump also expressed confidence that Ramaswamy will never let him down. Trump's big endorsement comes even as some from his MAGA group wants Vivek to lose.&nbsp;&nbsp;In a post on Truth Social, Trump praised Ramaswamy's intelligence, strength, and commitment to conservative values. He described the Indian-origin politician as someone who “truly loves our country.” “Vivek Ramaswamy is running for Governor of the Great State of Ohio, a place I love and won big three times, in 2016, 2020, and 2024…will be a GREAT Governor of Ohio, and has my Complete and Total Endorsement – HE WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN!” Trump wrote in the post.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20251108/image-1762583544530.png"></figure>&nbsp;Ramaswamy, born in 1985 to Indian immigrant parents, is an American entrepreneur, author, and politician. He ran for the Republican presidential nomination in 2024, campaigning on a platform of nationalism, anti-“woke” politics, and limited government. However, he later pulled out of the race and Ramaswamy endorsed Donald Trump and positioned himself as a strong supporter of him. He’s also the author of books such as “Woke, Inc.” and “Nation of Victims,” which critique corporate activism and identity politics.<h2>MAGA wants Ramaswamy to lose?</h2>After Republican Party's crushing defeat in New York City, New Jersey and Virginia polls, MAGA supporters wants Ramaswamy out of the race in Ohio. The demands were made on social media, more strongly, after an outlier poll claimed that Democrat candidate Amy Acton is ahead of Republican candidate Ramaswamy in the Ohio Governor election. Slamming Ramaswamy for stating that the GOP must “shun identity politics if they don't want to lose voters," MAGA supporters stated that they have nothing in common with this person. "Vivek must lose. If Republicans don't want to lose, they should run someone else right now. This race is not Republican vs Democrat, but a referendum on whether being an American is just a piece of paper. It's a line in the sand," one wrote on social media.

Trump formally endorsed Vivek Ramaswamy for Ohio Governor, calling him “something special” and a “great governor.” Despite MAGA backlash and polls favoring Democrat Amy Acton, Trump praised Ramaswamy’s intelligence and loyalty, giving his “complete and total endorsement.”

US President Donald Trump on Friday (Nov 7) formally endorsed Indian-origin Vivek Ramaswamy in the Ohio Governor's race, calling him "something special." Acknowledging that he competed against Ramaswamy as a Republican Presidential candidate, Trump said that he will be a “GREAT Governor of Ohio.” Stating that he is totally and completely endorsing Ramaswamy, Trump also expressed confidence that Ramaswamy will never let him down. Trump's big endorsement comes even as some from his MAGA group wants Vivek to lose. In a post on Truth Social, Trump praised Ramaswamy's intelligence, strength, and commitment to conservative values. He described the Indian-origin politician as someone who “truly loves our country.” “Vivek Ramaswamy is running for Governor of the Great State of Ohio, a place I love and won big three times, in 2016, 2020, and 2024…will be a GREAT Governor of Ohio, and has my Complete and Total Endorsement – HE WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN!” Trump wrote in the post. Ramaswamy, born in 1985 to Indian immigrant parents, is an American entrepreneur, author, and politician. He ran for the Republican presidential nomination in 2024, campaigning on a platform of nationalism, anti-“woke” politics, and limited government. However, he later pulled out of the race and Ramaswamy endorsed Donald Trump and positioned himself as a strong supporter of him. He’s also the author of books such as “Woke, Inc.” and “Nation of Victims,” which critique corporate activism and identity politics. MAGA wants Ramaswamy to lose? After Republican Party's crushing defeat in New York City, New Jersey and Virginia polls, MAGA supporters wants Ramaswamy out of the race in Ohio. The demands were made on social media, more strongly, after an outlier poll claimed that Democrat candidate Amy Acton is ahead of Republican candidate Ramaswamy in the Ohio Governor election. Slamming Ramaswamy for stating that the GOP must “shun identity politics if they don't want to lose voters," MAGA supporters stated that they have nothing in common with this person. "Vivek must lose. If Republicans don't want to lose, they should run someone else right now. This race is not Republican vs Democrat, but a referendum on whether being an American is just a piece of paper. It's a line in the sand," one wrote on social media.

Trump formally endorsed Vivek Ramaswamy for Ohio Governor, calling him “something special” and a “great governor.” Despite MAGA backlash and polls favoring Democrat Amy Acton, Trump praised Ramaswamy’s intelligence and loyalty, giving his “complete and total endorsement.”

Trump vs MAGA? US president endorses Indian-origin Vivek Ramaswamy in Ohio Governor race despite supporters' 'he must lose' vow

During the meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, Hungary is expected to push for a sanctions waiver on Russian oil imports. The talks come amid rising global energy tensions and Hungary’s efforts to secure its energy needs while maintaining close ties with both Washington and Moscow.


Trump-Orban Meet: US President Grants Hungary Exemption From Russian Oil Sanctions 

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An elderly pharmaceutical executive collapsed at the White House during a press event on Thursday. The man is Gordon Findlay executive of Novo Nordisk. He collapsed as US President Donald Trump was announcing obesity drug price cuts. The man had reportedly visited the White House for the event. President Donald Trump and other dignitaries present at the White House quickly helped him.&nbsp;White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt later informed, “During the Most Favoured Nations Oval Office Announcement, a representative with one of the companies fainted. The White House Medical Unit quickly jumped into action, and the gentleman is okay. The Press Conference will resume shortly."

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Here&#39;s the moment a pharmaceutical executive collapsed in the Oval Office minutes ago. Reporters in the room identified him as Novo Nordisk executive Gordon Findlay, but the White House has not released a name. <a href="https://t.co/sXGwOI7asC">pic.twitter.com/sXGwOI7asC</a>&mdash; Anders Hagstrom (@Hagstrom_Anders) <a href="https://twitter.com/Hagstrom_Anders/status/1986499103228895477?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 6, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The event featured top pharmaceutical executives and administration officials. Pharmaceutical company Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk announced a deal containing the GLP-1 weight loss drug. Both companies will offer their weight-loss drug at a significant lower price.&nbsp;

Novo Nordisk executive Gordon Findlay collapsed during President Trump’s obesity drug price cut event at the White House. He is now stable.

An elderly pharmaceutical executive collapsed at the White House during a press event on Thursday. The man is Gordon Findlay executive of Novo Nordisk. He collapsed as US President Donald Trump was announcing obesity drug price cuts. The man had reportedly visited the White House for the event. President Donald Trump and other dignitaries present at the White House quickly helped him. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt later informed, “During the Most Favoured Nations Oval Office Announcement, a representative with one of the companies fainted. The White House Medical Unit quickly jumped into action, and the gentleman is okay. The Press Conference will resume shortly."

Novo Nordisk executive Gordon Findlay collapsed during President Trump’s obesity drug price cut event at the White House. He is now stable.

WATCH| Shocking moment as man collapses in front of Trump in the White House obesity-drug event

U.S.: The Republican Party is sharply divided following significant electoral losses in the 2025 off-year elections. While former President Trump blames the losses on factors like his absence from the ballot and government shutdowns, others in the party urge a new economic message and reducing internal conflicts. 


U.S.: GOP Split Over 2025 Election Losses and Future Strategy

The United States conducted a test launch of Minuteman III Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) on Wednesday. The launch took place days after President Donald Trump directed the military to restart nuclear weapons testing for the first time in over 30 years. The test of an unarmed nuclear-capable missile was conducted by the Air Force Global Strike Command from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California.&nbsp;According to a report by the New York Post, officials confirmed that the codename of the test was GT 254, which went off successfully. They added that the missile travelled several miles before landing near the Army’s Ronald Reagan Ballistic Missile Defence Test Site in the Marshall Islands.&nbsp;The official of the US Air Force also confirmed that the launch had been scheduled months in advance, but it was delayed after President Donald Trump directed the Pentagon last week to prepare for renewed nuclear weapons tests.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Trump's announcement on his Truth social for restarting the nuclear weapons testing was not immediately clear whether he was referring to nuclear-explosive testing, which would be carried out by the National Nuclear Security Administration, or flight testing of nuclear-capable missiles, according to a report in the news agency Reuters.&nbsp;In fact, other than North Korea, most recently in 2017, no nuclear power country has carried out explosive nuclear testing in over 25 years. Given the directive of &nbsp;President Trump to resume broader testing, including potentially underground or explosive nuclear tests, this missile launch may signal the beginning of a shift toward a more assertive nuclear posture.<h3>What does this mean militarily and strategically?</h3>At first, the continuation of nuclear tests reinforced the US commitment to its nuclear delivery systems (land-based ICBMs, submarine-launched missiles, and air-launched weapons). The Minuteman system, Intercontinental Ballistic Missile, remains the land-leg, often the most provocative leg for adversaries, as its activation is quite visible and quick to launch.&nbsp;Second, the broader policy change suggested by the Trump administration could prompt a new arms-race dynamic. If Russia or China view the US as abandoning its 1992 test moratorium, they may feel compelled to respond in kind — undermining decades of non-proliferation efforts.&nbsp;Reacting to the announcement, the head of the Vienna-based Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organisation, Robert Floyd, expressed alarm. In addition, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has also continuously stated that the risks related to the nuclear test are already alarmingly high and urged countries to avoid all actions that miscalculate or escalate with "catastrophic" consequences, said deputy UN spokesperson Farhan Haq, Reuters reported.&nbsp;"As he has said, we must never forget the disastrous legacy of over 2,000 nuclear weapons tests carried out over the last 80 years, and that nuclear testing can never be permitted under any circumstances," said added.<h3>What are the international and diplomatic repercussions?</h3>Resuming this nuclear test can strain relations with allies committed to disarmament and dilute US moral leadership on arms control. It could also hamper several treaties like the Treaty on the Non‑Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) less effective, as opponents of proliferation argue that leading powers must refrain from testing themselves.&nbsp;On the diplomatic front, if the US continue to do so, it will give reasons to several other nations like China, Russia and possibly North Korea to conduct or continue their nuclear test, creating a threat to their neighbours.&nbsp;While the Minuteman III launch was reported as a routine launch, the context surrounding it and recent presidential statements have heightened its significance. However, this could make a return to an era of great-power nuclear rivalry, signalling that the US intends to refresh its nuclear posture.&nbsp;However, the United States Space Force said in a post on X that the “purpose of this test launch program is to validate and verify the safety, security, effectiveness and readiness of the weapon system.”

The test of an unarmed nuclear-capable missile was conducted by the Air Force Global Strike Command from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. The codemane of the test was GT 254, which went off successfully. 

The United States conducted a test launch of Minuteman III Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) on Wednesday. The launch took place days after President Donald Trump directed the military to restart nuclear weapons testing for the first time in over 30 years. The test of an unarmed nuclear-capable missile was conducted by the Air Force Global Strike Command from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. According to a report by the New York Post, officials confirmed that the codename of the test was GT 254, which went off successfully. They added that the missile travelled several miles before landing near the Army’s Ronald Reagan Ballistic Missile Defence Test Site in the Marshall Islands. The official of the US Air Force also confirmed that the launch had been scheduled months in advance, but it was delayed after President Donald Trump directed the Pentagon last week to prepare for renewed nuclear weapons tests. Meanwhile, Trump's announcement on his Truth social for restarting the nuclear weapons testing was not immediately clear whether he was referring to nuclear-explosive testing, which would be carried out by the National Nuclear Security Administration, or flight testing of nuclear-capable missiles, according to a report in the news agency Reuters. In fact, other than North Korea, most recently in 2017, no nuclear power country has carried out explosive nuclear testing in over 25 years. Given the directive of President Trump to resume broader testing, including potentially underground or explosive nuclear tests, this missile launch may signal the beginning of a shift toward a more assertive nuclear posture. What does this mean militarily and strategically? At first, the continuation of nuclear tests reinforced the US commitment to its nuclear delivery systems (land-based ICBMs, submarine-launched missiles, and air-launched weapons). The Minuteman system, Intercontinental Ballistic Missile, remains the land-leg, often the most provocative leg for adversaries, as its activation is quite visible and quick to launch. Second, the broader policy change suggested by the Trump administration could prompt a new arms-race dynamic. If Russia or China view the US as abandoning its 1992 test moratorium, they may feel compelled to respond in kind — undermining decades of non-proliferation efforts. Reacting to the announcement, the head of the Vienna-based Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organisation, Robert Floyd, expressed alarm. In addition, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has also continuously stated that the risks related to the nuclear test are already alarmingly high and urged countries to avoid all actions that miscalculate or escalate with "catastrophic" consequences, said deputy UN spokesperson Farhan Haq, Reuters reported. "As he has said, we must never forget the disastrous legacy of over 2,000 nuclear weapons tests carried out over the last 80 years, and that nuclear testing can never be permitted under any circumstances," said added. What are the international and diplomatic repercussions? Resuming this nuclear test can strain relations with allies committed to disarmament and dilute US moral leadership on arms control. It could also hamper several treaties like the Treaty on the Non‑Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) less effective, as opponents of proliferation argue that leading powers must refrain from testing themselves. On the diplomatic front, if the US continue to do so, it will give reasons to several other nations like China, Russia and possibly North Korea to conduct or continue their nuclear test, creating a threat to their neighbours. While the Minuteman III launch was reported as a routine launch, the context surrounding it and recent presidential statements have heightened its significance. However, this could make a return to an era of great-power nuclear rivalry, signalling that the US intends to refresh its nuclear posture. However, the United States Space Force said in a post on X that the “purpose of this test launch program is to validate and verify the safety, security, effectiveness and readiness of the weapon system.”

The test of an unarmed nuclear-capable missile was conducted by the Air Force Global Strike Command from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. The codemane of the test was GT 254, which went off successfully.&nbsp;

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Reacting to the first address by New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, US President Donald Trump said that it was a very “angry speech.” Speaking to Fox News in an interview, Trump said that Mamdani's speech showed his anger towards the US president. He also advised Mamdani to be good to him. Trump had earlier warned that he would restrict federal funding “other than the very minimum as required” if Mamdani emerged victorious. The POTUS claimed that Mamdani is off to a “bad start.” In his speech in Miami, Trump even hinted at helping Mamdani because he wants New York to do good. Trump's reaction came after Mamdani directly addressed him in his speech. “So, Donald Trump, since I know you’re watching, I have four words for you: turn the volume up,” Mamdani had said.&nbsp;<blockquote>“I thought it was a very angry speech, certainly angry towards me. And I think he should be very nice to me. You know, I’m the one that sort of has to approve a lot of things coming to him. So he’s off to a bad start," said Trump.</blockquote>Read More |<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/zohran-mamdani-sends-four-word-message-to-trump-in-first-speech-after-winning-ny-mayoral-polls-1762319097303">&nbsp;</a><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-we-lost-sovereignty-will-help-them-trump-confused-after-mamdani-s-win-slams-communist-mayor-of-nyc-then-breaks-into-dance-moves-1762393395348">'We lost sovereignty... will help them’: Trump confused after Mamdani’s win, slams ‘communist mayor of NYC,’ then breaks into dance moves</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, in his first reaction, Trump slammed Democrats for a “disaster,” then changed his tunes and claimed that he would probably help Mamdani. He even broke into crazy dance moves and then declared that America lost “a bit of sovereignty” after Zohran Mamdani's win. “Their party installed a communist as the mayor of the largest city in the nation. Remember, I used to say we’ll never have a socialist elected to any post in our country? Well, we skipped the socialists, we put in the communists instead," the US President said. “Now let's see how a communist does in New York. We're going to see how that works out. And we'll help them. We'll help them," he also said.&nbsp;Read More |<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/zohran-mamdani-sends-four-word-message-to-trump-in-first-speech-after-winning-ny-mayoral-polls-1762319097303"> 'I know your are...': Zohran Mamdani's four-word message for Trump in first speech after winning NY mayoral polls</a><h2>Zohran Mamdani's speech&nbsp;</h2>After winning NYC Mayoral polls, Mamdani addressed his enthusiastic supporters and said that New York will be the light in in political darkness of the US. From first Indian Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru to Bollywood, Mamdani's speech encapsulated what his campaign showed for so long - he is in New York for immigrants and he is not the one to run away from his identity. Amid loud cheers as he finished his speech, Bollywood song ‘Dhoom Macchale’ played in background!&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/from-srk-s-pose-to-dhoom-macchale-how-zohran-mamdani-used-bollywood-and-south-asian-language-culture-to-win-big-in-new-york-city-1762335898756">From SRK's pose to 'Dhoom macchale': How Zohran Mamdani used Bollywood and South Asian language, culture to win big in New York City</a>&nbsp;Thanking the voters for the mandate, Mamdani said that New York will be a city of immigrants. “New York will remain the city of immigrants, a city built by immigrants, powered by immigrants, and as of tonight, clearly led by an immigrant," he said. Quoting Nehru, Mamdani said, “Standing before you, I’m reminded of Jawaharlal Nehru’s words. A moment comes but rarely in history when we step out from the old to the new, when an age ends and when the soul of a nation long suppressed finds utterance. Tonight, New York has done just that. This new era demands clarity, courage, and vision — not excuses. It will be defined by bold leadership and the most ambitious plan yet to confront our city’s cost-of-living crisis.”

Trump called Zohran Mamdani’s victory speech “very angry” and warned him to “be nice” as he controls key approvals. Earlier, Trump mocked Democrats, called Mamdani a “communist,” then said he’d “help him.” Mamdani’s speech celebrated immigrants and quoted Nehru, ending with “Dhoom Machale.”

Reacting to the first address by New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, US President Donald Trump said that it was a very “angry speech.” Speaking to Fox News in an interview, Trump said that Mamdani's speech showed his anger towards the US president. He also advised Mamdani to be good to him. Trump had earlier warned that he would restrict federal funding “other than the very minimum as required” if Mamdani emerged victorious. The POTUS claimed that Mamdani is off to a “bad start.” In his speech in Miami, Trump even hinted at helping Mamdani because he wants New York to do good. Trump's reaction came after Mamdani directly addressed him in his speech. “So, Donald Trump, since I know you’re watching, I have four words for you: turn the volume up,” Mamdani had said. “I thought it was a very angry speech, certainly angry towards me. And I think he should be very nice to me. You know, I’m the one that sort of has to approve a lot of things coming to him. So he’s off to a bad start," said Trump. Read More | 'We lost sovereignty... will help them’: Trump confused after Mamdani’s win, slams ‘communist mayor of NYC,’ then breaks into dance moves Meanwhile, in his first reaction, Trump slammed Democrats for a “disaster,” then changed his tunes and claimed that he would probably help Mamdani. He even broke into crazy dance moves and then declared that America lost “a bit of sovereignty” after Zohran Mamdani's win. “Their party installed a communist as the mayor of the largest city in the nation. Remember, I used to say we’ll never have a socialist elected to any post in our country? Well, we skipped the socialists, we put in the communists instead," the US President said. “Now let's see how a communist does in New York. We're going to see how that works out. And we'll help them. We'll help them," he also said. Read More | 'I know your are...': Zohran Mamdani's four-word message for Trump in first speech after winning NY mayoral polls Zohran Mamdani's speech After winning NYC Mayoral polls, Mamdani addressed his enthusiastic supporters and said that New York will be the light in in political darkness of the US. From first Indian Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru to Bollywood, Mamdani's speech encapsulated what his campaign showed for so long - he is in New York for immigrants and he is not the one to run away from his identity. Amid loud cheers as he finished his speech, Bollywood song ‘Dhoom Macchale’ played in background! Read More | From SRK's pose to 'Dhoom macchale': How Zohran Mamdani used Bollywood and South Asian language, culture to win big in New York City Thanking the voters for the mandate, Mamdani said that New York will be a city of immigrants. “New York will remain the city of immigrants, a city built by immigrants, powered by immigrants, and as of tonight, clearly led by an immigrant," he said. Quoting Nehru, Mamdani said, “Standing before you, I’m reminded of Jawaharlal Nehru’s words. A moment comes but rarely in history when we step out from the old to the new, when an age ends and when the soul of a nation long suppressed finds utterance. Tonight, New York has done just that. This new era demands clarity, courage, and vision — not excuses. It will be defined by bold leadership and the most ambitious plan yet to confront our city’s cost-of-living crisis.”

Trump called Zohran Mamdani’s victory speech “very angry” and warned him to “be nice” as he controls key approvals. Earlier, Trump mocked Democrats, called Mamdani a “communist,” then said he’d “help him.” Mamdani’s speech celebrated immigrants and quoted Nehru, ending with “Dhoom Machale.”

'I am the one to approve...': Trump has an advice for 'angry' Zohran Mamdani after his 'turn the volume up' dare

US President Donald Trump recounted his bilateral meeting with Chinese Premier Xi Jinping and said that he wants his cabinet to be like that of the Chinese. Imitating the way in which Chinese officials stood in front of Xi Jinping, Trump said that he was surprised to see everyone in “attention.” Naming US Vice President JD Vance, Trump seemed to be lamenting that his cabinet including the vice president does not behave in the manner in which the Chinese behaved around their president. Trump and Jinping met in Busan, South Korea, last month on the sidelines of the APEC summit and reached an agreement regarding rare earth minerals.&nbsp;&nbsp;In a closed-door meeting with Republican senators at a White House breakfast on Wednesday (Nov 5), Trump described how there were six officials on either side of Xi, and all of them were standing straight. "And every one of those people were standing like this," Trump showed, with his arms behind his back and his chin up. "They were at attention," he added. Praising Jinping, Trump called him a tough and smart man. "I've never seen men so scared in their lives," Trump added. "I said, 'Are you gonna answer me?' I got no response. And President Xi didn't let him have any", adding, "I want my Cabinet to behave like that."&nbsp;Looking immensely impressed, Trump turned to Vance and asked why he doesn't behave in a similar fashion. "Why don't you behave like that? JD doesn't behave like that. JD budges into conversations! I want that for at least a couple of days, OK, JD?" The senators in the room bursts into laughter.&nbsp;

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After the meeting between Trump and XI, both sides expressed their desire for a stable relationship between the two countries. Jinping said that the US and China should not fall into a “vicious cycle of retaliation or revenge.” Jinping said that China's development vision goes hand in hand with Trump's ‘Make America Great Again’ agenda. Xi said that both countries should ensure the steady sailing forward of the “giant ship of China-US relations.” Trump called Jinping a “tough negotiator” and quipped ‘that’s not good.' The Chinese president highlighted that the US and China do not always “see eye to eye”, but they should strive to be “partners and friends.”

Trump, recounting his meeting with Xi Jinping, praised the discipline of Chinese officials and joked that he wants his cabinet to act like Xi’s. He mimicked their posture, calling Xi “tough and smart,” and teased Vice President JD Vance for not showing similar obedience

US President Donald Trump recounted his bilateral meeting with Chinese Premier Xi Jinping and said that he wants his cabinet to be like that of the Chinese. Imitating the way in which Chinese officials stood in front of Xi Jinping, Trump said that he was surprised to see everyone in “attention.” Naming US Vice President JD Vance, Trump seemed to be lamenting that his cabinet including the vice president does not behave in the manner in which the Chinese behaved around their president. Trump and Jinping met in Busan, South Korea, last month on the sidelines of the APEC summit and reached an agreement regarding rare earth minerals. In a closed-door meeting with Republican senators at a White House breakfast on Wednesday (Nov 5), Trump described how there were six officials on either side of Xi, and all of them were standing straight. "And every one of those people were standing like this," Trump showed, with his arms behind his back and his chin up. "They were at attention," he added. Praising Jinping, Trump called him a tough and smart man. "I've never seen men so scared in their lives," Trump added. "I said, 'Are you gonna answer me?' I got no response. And President Xi didn't let him have any", adding, "I want my Cabinet to behave like that." Looking immensely impressed, Trump turned to Vance and asked why he doesn't behave in a similar fashion. "Why don't you behave like that? JD doesn't behave like that. JD budges into conversations! I want that for at least a couple of days, OK, JD?" The senators in the room bursts into laughter.

Trump, recounting his meeting with Xi Jinping, praised the discipline of Chinese officials and joked that he wants his cabinet to act like Xi’s. He mimicked their posture, calling Xi “tough and smart,” and teased Vice President JD Vance for not showing similar obedience

‘Never seen men so scared’: Trump praises Xi Jinping’s disciplined officials, then laments, ‘JD doesn't behave like that’

US President Donald Trump, after the results of the elections in New York, said that the US shutdown played a big role in the success of democrats. Talking at a breakfast with Republican Senators, Trump said, “Don't think Democrats will act soon on shutdown , don't think it'll be sorted soon.”&nbsp;&nbsp;“It was not expected to be a victory. Very Democrat areas. But I don’t think it was good for Republicans, or good for anybody. We learned a lot," Trump said in his speech.&nbsp;“We should start tonight with ‘the country’s open, congratulations,’ then we should pass voter ID, we should pass no mail in voting… you go to a grocery store, you have to give ID," he told the GOP senators.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-we-got-our-a-es-handed-to-us-vivek-ramaswamy-thinks-republicans-need-to-learn-2-things-after-mamdani-s-win-1762348114786">‘We got our a**es handed to us’: Vivek Ramaswamy thinks Republicans need to learn 2 things after Mamdani’s win</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, Ohio Governor candidate and Donald Trump's ally, Vivek Ramaswamy, reacted to Zohran Mamdani's win as New York mayor. He said that his Republican Party needs to learn two things from the election results: Focus on affordability, and cut out identity politics.&nbsp;Taking to X, Ramaswamy said in a video, "We got our a**es handed to us. In New Jersey, Virginia and New York City. Democrats swept all three. There are two key lessons for Republicans. Listen carefully."&nbsp;"Number one: our side needs to focus on affordability. Make the American Dream affordable. Bring down costs, electric costs, grocery costs, healthcare costs and housing costs. And lay out how we're gonna do it," the Indian-origin politician said.&nbsp;"And number two, cut out the identity politics. It doesn't suit Republicans. It's not for us. That's the woke Left's game, not ours. We don't care about the color of your skin or your religion. We care about the content of your character. That's what who we are," he added.

US shutdown a BIG FACTOR in Democrats win: Trump on Zohran Mamdani victory

US President Donald Trump, after the results of the elections in New York, said that the US shutdown played a big role in the success of democrats. Talking at a breakfast with Republican Senators, Trump said, “Don't think Democrats will act soon on shutdown , don't think it'll be sorted soon.” “It was not expected to be a victory. Very Democrat areas. But I don’t think it was good for Republicans, or good for anybody. We learned a lot," Trump said in his speech. “We should start tonight with ‘the country’s open, congratulations,’ then we should pass voter ID, we should pass no mail in voting… you go to a grocery store, you have to give ID," he told the GOP senators. Also read: ‘We got our a**es handed to us’: Vivek Ramaswamy thinks Republicans need to learn 2 things after Mamdani’s win Meanwhile, Ohio Governor candidate and Donald Trump's ally, Vivek Ramaswamy, reacted to Zohran Mamdani's win as New York mayor. He said that his Republican Party needs to learn two things from the election results: Focus on affordability, and cut out identity politics. Taking to X, Ramaswamy said in a video, "We got our a**es handed to us. In New Jersey, Virginia and New York City. Democrats swept all three. There are two key lessons for Republicans. Listen carefully." "Number one: our side needs to focus on affordability. Make the American Dream affordable. Bring down costs, electric costs, grocery costs, healthcare costs and housing costs. And lay out how we're gonna do it," the Indian-origin politician said. "And number two, cut out the identity politics. It doesn't suit Republicans. It's not for us. That's the woke Left's game, not ours. We don't care about the color of your skin or your religion. We care about the content of your character. That's what who we are," he added.

US shutdown a BIG FACTOR in Democrats' win: Trump on Zohran Mamdani's victory

US shutdown a BIG FACTOR in Democrats' win: Trump on Zohran Mamdani's victory

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Former US Speaker of the House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi while speaking to the CNN attacked US President Donald Trump. In an interview with CNN's Elex Michaelson in San Francisco, ahead of California's Proposition 50 vote, she said, "He's just a vile creature. The worst thing on the face of the Earth. But anyway."When pressed to clear her views she said that, Donald Trump being the President of the United States doesn't respect the constitution, overturned the power of House of Representatives and infiltrated the Supreme Court and the Judiciary. He has silenced the press and scared the people who are living in the country legally. These remarks emerge just after the President Trump threw a Gatsbyesque party as the US Government Shutdown continue and SNAP beneficiaries saw the cut off in aid. Pelosi's comment also comes just ahead of the voting for proposition 50, in California.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>What is the Proposition 50?</h2>Proposition-50 is a proposed constitutional ammendment in the state of California which allows the state legislature to draw new congressional district ahead of the 2026 mid terms.As of now California has 52 seats in House of Representatives and 2 seats in Senate. Among the House of Representatives seats 43 belongs to Democrats and 9 belongs to Republicans. The two Senators both are Democrat.&nbsp;Pelosi supports redistricting of California but Trump opposes it. He called it a “Democrat power grab” while supporting the proposition 50 in Texas. Nancy Pelosi and Gavin Newsom are used the argument of whataboutery to defend the redistricting in California. They argue that proposition-50 significantly strengthened Republican stronghold Texas, and Republican called it self-defence and now when Democrats are doing the same they are calling it power grab.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Nancy Pelosi attacks Donald Trump in a CNN interview ahead of California’s Proposition 50 vote, defending redistricting as a counter to GOP gerrymanders.

Former US Speaker of the House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi while speaking to the CNN attacked US President Donald Trump. In an interview with CNN's Elex Michaelson in San Francisco, ahead of California's Proposition 50 vote, she said, "He's just a vile creature. The worst thing on the face of the Earth. But anyway." When pressed to clear her views she said that, Donald Trump being the President of the United States doesn't respect the constitution, overturned the power of House of Representatives and infiltrated the Supreme Court and the Judiciary. He has silenced the press and scared the people who are living in the country legally. These remarks emerge just after the President Trump threw a Gatsbyesque party as the US Government Shutdown continue and SNAP beneficiaries saw the cut off in aid. Pelosi's comment also comes just ahead of the voting for proposition 50, in California. What is the Proposition 50? Proposition-50 is a proposed constitutional ammendment in the state of California which allows the state legislature to draw new congressional district ahead of the 2026 mid terms. As of now California has 52 seats in House of Representatives and 2 seats in Senate. Among the House of Representatives seats 43 belongs to Democrats and 9 belongs to Republicans. The two Senators both are Democrat. Pelosi supports redistricting of California but Trump opposes it. He called it a “Democrat power grab” while supporting the proposition 50 in Texas. Nancy Pelosi and Gavin Newsom are used the argument of whataboutery to defend the redistricting in California. They argue that proposition-50 significantly strengthened Republican stronghold Texas, and Republican called it self-defence and now when Democrats are doing the same they are calling it power grab.

Nancy Pelosi attacks Donald Trump in a CNN interview ahead of California’s Proposition 50 vote, defending redistricting as a counter to GOP gerrymanders.

Nancy Pelosi slams Trump as ‘vile creature’ amid debate over California’s proposition 50 redistricting measure

Donald Trump waded deeper into New York City politics on Monday (Nov 3), throwing his support behind New York Governor Andrew Cuomo in a move that stunned both parties. The endorsement came with a warning — if Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani wins Tuesday’s mayoral race, Trump said he might withhold federal funds from his native city. "Whether you personally like Andrew Cuomo or not, you really have no choice," Trump wrote on Truth Social. "You must vote for him, and hope he does a fantastic job. He is capable of it, Mamdani is not!"Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-a-fascist-s-worst-nightmare-zohran-mamdani-vows-to-take-us-president-to-court-if-elected-new-york-mayor-1761558969172">Zohran Mamdani vows to take Trump to court if elected New York mayor</a><h2>Mamdani vs Trump</h2>The POTUS's backing of Cuomo, a lifelong Democrat running as an independent, marks an unusual political twist. It puts Trump at odds not only with Mamdani, a progressive Democrat, but also with the Republican nominee, Curtis Sliwa, who has struggled to gain traction in the heavily Democratic city. Trump argued that a vote for Sliwa would only split the anti-Mamdani vote and hand victory to what he called the "communist candidate.""If Communist Candidate Zohran Mamdani wins the Election for Mayor of New York City, it is highly unlikely that I will be contributing Federal Funds, other than the very minimum as required, to my beloved first home, because of the fact that, as a Communist, this once great City has ZERO chance of success, or even survival!," said the US President. He claimed that “It can only get worse with a Communist at the helm, and I don’t want to send, as President, good money after bad.”

<h2>Mamdani slams Trump's endorsement of Cuomo</h2>Mamdani brushed off Trump’s intervention, calling it proof that Cuomo represents the old political class. Speaking at an event, the New York mayoral candidate said that "The MAGA movement's embrace of Andrew Cuomo is reflective of Donald Trump's understanding that this would be the best mayor for him.""They (Trump and Cuomo) share the same donors, they share the same small vision, they share the same sense of impunity," he noted.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/trump-loses-it-over-seth-meyers-skit-calls-late-night-host-a-truly-deranged-lunatic-watch-video-here-1762071812196">'Illegal' to make fun of Trump? POTUS loses it over Seth Meyers skit, calls late-night host ‘a truly deranged lunatic’. Watch video here!</a><h2>What money is Trump talking about?</h2>The federal government provides more than $7 billion to New York City annually — money that supports housing, healthcare, and public transit. Trump suggested he would reduce that funding “to the bare minimum required by law” if Mamdani wins.It’s not the first time Trump has used federal dollars as leverage. Throughout his second term, he’s clashed with state and local governments over climate policies, transgender protections, and pro-Palestinian demonstrations.<h2> &nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;

Donald Trump has endorsed Andrew Cuomo for New York City mayor, warning he’d cut federal funds if Zohran Mamdani wins. Calling Mamdani a “communist candidate,” Trump said he’d limit NYC’s $7 billion in federal aid. Mamdani hit back, calling Cuomo “Trump’s ideal mayor.”

Donald Trump waded deeper into New York City politics on Monday (Nov 3), throwing his support behind New York Governor Andrew Cuomo in a move that stunned both parties. The endorsement came with a warning — if Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani wins Tuesday’s mayoral race, Trump said he might withhold federal funds from his native city. "Whether you personally like Andrew Cuomo or not, you really have no choice," Trump wrote on Truth Social. "You must vote for him, and hope he does a fantastic job. He is capable of it, Mamdani is not!" Also read | Zohran Mamdani vows to take Trump to court if elected New York mayor Mamdani vs Trump The POTUS's backing of Cuomo, a lifelong Democrat running as an independent, marks an unusual political twist. It puts Trump at odds not only with Mamdani, a progressive Democrat, but also with the Republican nominee, Curtis Sliwa, who has struggled to gain traction in the heavily Democratic city. Trump argued that a vote for Sliwa would only split the anti-Mamdani vote and hand victory to what he called the "communist candidate." "If Communist Candidate Zohran Mamdani wins the Election for Mayor of New York City, it is highly unlikely that I will be contributing Federal Funds, other than the very minimum as required, to my beloved first home, because of the fact that, as a Communist, this once great City has ZERO chance of success, or even survival!," said the US President. He claimed that “It can only get worse with a Communist at the helm, and I don’t want to send, as President, good money after bad.”

Donald Trump has endorsed Andrew Cuomo for New York City mayor, warning he’d cut federal funds if Zohran Mamdani wins. Calling Mamdani a “communist candidate,” Trump said he’d limit NYC’s $7 billion in federal aid. Mamdani hit back, calling Cuomo “Trump’s ideal mayor.”

Trump’s 'best NYC mayor'? POTUS endorses Cuomo, says will stop federal funding if 'Communist Candidate Zohran Mamdani' wins

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U.S. Mayoral Race: US President Donald Trump has issued a strong warning ahead of New York City’s mayoral election, threatening to withhold federal funds if left-wing candidate Zohran Mamdani wins. Trump labeled Mamdani a "communist" and criticized his leadership ability, backing former governor Andrew Cuomo as the better choice to lead the city. 

U.S. Mayoral Race: Trump Threatens to Cut Federal Funds if ‘Communist’ Mamdani Wins 

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The White House on Monday (Nov 3) told a judge that it would only send half the usual food stamp payments to more than 42 million Americans this month. This comes as the government shutdown stretches toward record length, crippling public services nationwide. According to court filings, the Agriculture Department — which manages the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) — told a federal judge Monday that only "50 per cent of eligible households' current allotments" would be disbursed for November. Last week, two federal courts ruled that the Donald Trump administration must use a $4.65 billion emergency fund towards funding the estimated $9 billion cost for November's payments before cutting off SNAP food aid.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/judges-order-trump-to-keep-food-aid-running-amid-shutdown-don-t-want-americans-to-go-hungry-1761963474050">Trump says 'do NOT want Americans to go hungry’ as judges order him to keep food aid running amid shutdown</a><h2>What did the Trump admin say?</h2>According to AFP, officials said they would use a $4.65 billion emergency fund, as ordered by two federal courts, but would not draw from other sources to cover the remaining shortfall in the program's $9 billion funding requirement.The partial payments come as the shutdown, now entering its 36th day, threatens to surpass the longest in US history. SNAP, which provides an average of $356 a month to low-income families, lapsed on Saturday, leaving one in eight Americans uncertain about how to buy food.Senate Democrat Patty Murray condemned the administration’s move to fund only half of SNAP’s needs. "The letter of the law is as plain as day. Trump should have paid SNAP benefits all along," she said. "Just now paying the bare minimum to partially fund SNAP is not enough, and it is not acceptable."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/trump-loses-it-over-seth-meyers-skit-calls-late-night-host-a-truly-deranged-lunatic-watch-video-here-1762071812196">'Illegal' to make fun of Trump? POTUS loses it over Seth Meyers skit, calls late-night host ‘a truly deranged lunatic’. Watch video here!</a><h2>What's causing the US shutdown to be extended?</h2>The deadlock stems from a bitter stand-off over healthcare subsidies under the Affordable Care Act, aka Obamacare. Democrats have refused to pass a stopgap spending bill unless Republicans agree to extend those subsidies, which help more than 20 million Americans afford insurance. The GOP, led by President Donald Trump, insists the government must reopen before any negotiations take place.Federal judges in Rhode Island and Massachusetts last week ordered the White House to use emergency funds to keep food assistance flowing, following lawsuits filed by charities and advocacy groups. Democrats had long argued that the administration could legally tap into emergency cash to prevent hunger during the shutdown — a position the White House initially rejected saying it was meant for natural disasters.Other social programs are also being hit hard. WIC, the nutrition aid program for mothers and infants, is reportedly days away from running out of money, and "Head Start" centers that serve 65,000 children have begun closing their doors on Saturday (Nov 1).<h2>Trump asks lawyers how to fund SNAP</h2>In a Truth Social post on Friday (Oct 31), Trump appeared to issue a lifeline for those in need of the benefits, saying that he didn’t want Americans to “go hungry.” He said he had directed government lawyers to "clarify how we can legally fund SNAP as soon as possible." But Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told CNN Sunday that payments could still be delayed, saying, "There's a process that has to be followed."&nbsp;

The White House said it will send only half the usual SNAP food stamp payments to 42 million Americans this month, citing a $4.65 billion shortfall as the government shutdown enters day 36. Democrats slammed the move, calling it unacceptable.

The White House on Monday (Nov 3) told a judge that it would only send half the usual food stamp payments to more than 42 million Americans this month. This comes as the government shutdown stretches toward record length, crippling public services nationwide. According to court filings, the Agriculture Department — which manages the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) — told a federal judge Monday that only "50 per cent of eligible households' current allotments" would be disbursed for November. Last week, two federal courts ruled that the Donald Trump administration must use a $4.65 billion emergency fund towards funding the estimated $9 billion cost for November's payments before cutting off SNAP food aid. Also read | Trump says 'do NOT want Americans to go hungry’ as judges order him to keep food aid running amid shutdown What did the Trump admin say? According to AFP, officials said they would use a $4.65 billion emergency fund, as ordered by two federal courts, but would not draw from other sources to cover the remaining shortfall in the program's $9 billion funding requirement. The partial payments come as the shutdown, now entering its 36th day, threatens to surpass the longest in US history. SNAP, which provides an average of $356 a month to low-income families, lapsed on Saturday, leaving one in eight Americans uncertain about how to buy food. Senate Democrat Patty Murray condemned the administration’s move to fund only half of SNAP’s needs. "The letter of the law is as plain as day. Trump should have paid SNAP benefits all along," she said. "Just now paying the bare minimum to partially fund SNAP is not enough, and it is not acceptable." Also read | 'Illegal' to make fun of Trump? POTUS loses it over Seth Meyers skit, calls late-night host ‘a truly deranged lunatic’. Watch video here! What's causing the US shutdown to be extended? The deadlock stems from a bitter stand-off over healthcare subsidies under the Affordable Care Act, aka Obamacare. Democrats have refused to pass a stopgap spending bill unless Republicans agree to extend those subsidies, which help more than 20 million Americans afford insurance. The GOP, led by President Donald Trump, insists the government must reopen before any negotiations take place. Federal judges in Rhode Island and Massachusetts last week ordered the White House to use emergency funds to keep food assistance flowing, following lawsuits filed by charities and advocacy groups. Democrats had long argued that the administration could legally tap into emergency cash to prevent hunger during the shutdown — a position the White House initially rejected saying it was meant for natural disasters. Other social programs are also being hit hard. WIC, the nutrition aid program for mothers and infants, is reportedly days away from running out of money, and "Head Start" centers that serve 65,000 children have begun closing their doors on Saturday (Nov 1). Trump asks lawyers how to fund SNAP In a Truth Social post on Friday (Oct 31), Trump appeared to issue a lifeline for those in need of the benefits, saying that he didn’t want Americans to “go hungry.” He said he had directed government lawyers to "clarify how we can legally fund SNAP as soon as possible." But Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told CNN Sunday that payments could still be delayed, saying, "There's a process that has to be followed."

The White House said it will send only half the usual SNAP food stamp payments to 42 million Americans this month, citing a $4.65 billion shortfall as the government shutdown enters day 36. Democrats slammed the move, calling it unacceptable.

42 million Americans to receive half their food aid amid record US shutdown, White House tells judge '

US President Donald Trump said China and Russia have conducted secret underground nuclear weapons tests. Additionally, North Korea and Pakistan, which possess nuclear weapons, have also been testing. Let's find out which other countries have conducted nuclear tests till now.

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After several accidents involving truck drivers in the US, over 7,000 truckers have been placed "out of service". US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said that the Trump administration has put them out of service. Duffy said that the step has been taken to make American roads safe again. The US had earlier stopped issuing visas for truck drivers. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that the Trump administration has paused all issuance of worker visas for commercial truck drivers. "The increasing number of foreign drivers operating large tractor-trailer trucks on US roads is endangering American lives and undercutting the livelihoods of American truckers," he had added.&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/another-punjabi-driver-involved-in-fatal-crash-in-us-was-he-illegal-immigrant-high-on-drugs-1761206439173">Another Punjabi driver involved in fatal crash in US: Was he illegal immigrant high on drugs?</a>&nbsp;In a post on X, Duffy said, "7,248 drivers placed out of service for failing to meet Trump’s English language proficiency standards as of October 2025. US Department of Transportation requires commercial truck drivers to speak and understand English to operate a big rig, or they will be taken out of service. This is about Donald Trump and his administration making America’s roads SAFE again!"&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indian-trucker-harjinder-singh-s-family-calls-florida-crash-mistake-not-crime-over-1mn-sign-petition-for-his-release-what-we-know-1756008835251">'Mistake, not crime': Indian trucker Harjinder Singh stays in US jail amid 1M signatures demanding release - What is the case against him</a>&nbsp;According to the executive order signed by Trump in April, proficiency in English should be a “non-negotiable safety requirement” for professional drivers. “They should be able to read and understand traffic signs, communicate with traffic safety, border patrol, agricultural checkpoints, and cargo weight-limit station officers. Drivers need to provide feedback to their employers and customers and receive related directions in English,” Trump had said in the order.&nbsp;A fatal crash involving a semitruck and an SUV took place on the 10 Freeway in California's Ontario on Oct 22, leading to death of three people. The truck driver was identified as a 21-year-old Punjabi truck driver named Jashanpreet Singh. Preeviously, Indian-origin driver Harjinder Singh was accused of making an illegal U-turn on the Florida Turnpike that resulted in three deaths.&nbsp;&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-distressing-images-row-erupts-after-punjabi-driver-involved-in-fatal-crash-in-us-brought-to-courtroom-without-turban-1761714271643">'Distressing images...': Row erupts after Punjabi driver involved in fatal crash in US brought to courtroom without turban</a>

Over 7,000 US truck drivers were taken off the road under Trump’s order enforcing English proficiency for safety. Transport Secretary Sean Duffy said it aims to make roads safer. The move follows deadly crashes involving foreign drivers; visa issuance for truckers has also been paused.

After several accidents involving truck drivers in the US, over 7,000 truckers have been placed "out of service". US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said that the Trump administration has put them out of service. Duffy said that the step has been taken to make American roads safe again. The US had earlier stopped issuing visas for truck drivers. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that the Trump administration has paused all issuance of worker visas for commercial truck drivers. "The increasing number of foreign drivers operating large tractor-trailer trucks on US roads is endangering American lives and undercutting the livelihoods of American truckers," he had added. Read More | Another Punjabi driver involved in fatal crash in US: Was he illegal immigrant high on drugs? In a post on X, Duffy said, "7,248 drivers placed out of service for failing to meet Trump’s English language proficiency standards as of October 2025. US Department of Transportation requires commercial truck drivers to speak and understand English to operate a big rig, or they will be taken out of service. This is about Donald Trump and his administration making America’s roads SAFE again!" Read More | 'Mistake, not crime': Indian trucker Harjinder Singh stays in US jail amid 1M signatures demanding release - What is the case against him According to the executive order signed by Trump in April, proficiency in English should be a “non-negotiable safety requirement” for professional drivers. “They should be able to read and understand traffic signs, communicate with traffic safety, border patrol, agricultural checkpoints, and cargo weight-limit station officers. Drivers need to provide feedback to their employers and customers and receive related directions in English,” Trump had said in the order. A fatal crash involving a semitruck and an SUV took place on the 10 Freeway in California's Ontario on Oct 22, leading to death of three people. The truck driver was identified as a 21-year-old Punjabi truck driver named Jashanpreet Singh. Preeviously, Indian-origin driver Harjinder Singh was accused of making an illegal U-turn on the Florida Turnpike that resulted in three deaths. Read More | 'Distressing images...': Row erupts after Punjabi driver involved in fatal crash in US brought to courtroom without turban

Over 7,000 US truck drivers were taken off the road under Trump’s order enforcing English proficiency for safety. Transport Secretary Sean Duffy said it aims to make roads safer. The move follows deadly crashes involving foreign drivers; visa issuance for truckers has also been paused.

'Making America’s roads SAFE again': US places over 7,000 US truck drivers 'out of service' for failing English proficiency test

While responding to the potential supply of Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine, US President Donald Trump has also claimed that Vladimir Putin has "lost a lot of soldiers, maybe a million," in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. His statement followed after he was asked while speaking to journalists on Air Force One about the "final straw" in Russian leader Vladimir Putin's refusal to end the conflict.&nbsp;“There’s no final straw. Sometimes you gotta let it fight out, it’s been a tough war for Putin, he’s lost a lot of soldiers, maybe a lot of million. It’s been tough on Ukraine, tough on both. Sometimes you have to let it get fought out,” Trump replied, the news agency Reuters reported.<h3>Donald Trump praises Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping</h3>Meanwhile, in a separate development on Sunday, US President Donald Trump offered rare praise of his Chinese and Russian counterparts. Speaking to CBS News, Trump described Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin a "smart, tough, serious" leadersadding that he viewed them as equally formidable figures on the global stage.&nbsp;"Both tough. Both smart. They're both very strong leaders. These are people not to be toyed with. These are people you have to take very seriously. They're not walking in saying, Oh, isn't it a beautiful day? Look how beautiful. The sun is shining, it's so nice. These are serious people. These are people that are tough, smart leaders," said Trump, the CBC reported.&nbsp;Describing his meeting with Xi Jinping in South Korea, the US President Donald Trump stated that he got along well with his Chinese counterpart. "We get along great, and we always really have. He is a powerful man, a strong man and a very powerful leader," he added.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-pakistan-s-been-testing-trump-makes-big-nuclear-weapons-test-revelation-repeats-india-pak-nuke-war-claims-1762141536694">'Pakistan's been testing...': Trump makes BIG nuclear weapons test revelation, repeats 'India-Pak nuke war' claims</a>&nbsp;

US President Donald Trump's statement followed after he was asked while speaking to journalists on Air Force One about the "final straw" in Russian leader Vladimir Putin's refusal to end the conflict.

While responding to the potential supply of Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine, US President Donald Trump has also claimed that Vladimir Putin has "lost a lot of soldiers, maybe a million," in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. His statement followed after he was asked while speaking to journalists on Air Force One about the "final straw" in Russian leader Vladimir Putin's refusal to end the conflict. “There’s no final straw. Sometimes you gotta let it fight out, it’s been a tough war for Putin, he’s lost a lot of soldiers, maybe a lot of million. It’s been tough on Ukraine, tough on both. Sometimes you have to let it get fought out,” Trump replied, the news agency Reuters reported. Donald Trump praises Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping Meanwhile, in a separate development on Sunday, US President Donald Trump offered rare praise of his Chinese and Russian counterparts. Speaking to CBS News, Trump described Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin a "smart, tough, serious" leadersadding that he viewed them as equally formidable figures on the global stage. "Both tough. Both smart. They're both very strong leaders. These are people not to be toyed with. These are people you have to take very seriously. They're not walking in saying, Oh, isn't it a beautiful day? Look how beautiful. The sun is shining, it's so nice. These are serious people. These are people that are tough, smart leaders," said Trump, the CBC reported. Describing his meeting with Xi Jinping in South Korea, the US President Donald Trump stated that he got along well with his Chinese counterpart. "We get along great, and we always really have. He is a powerful man, a strong man and a very powerful leader," he added. Also read: 'Pakistan's been testing...': Trump makes BIG nuclear weapons test revelation, repeats 'India-Pak nuke war' claims

US President Donald Trump's statement followed after he was asked while speaking to journalists on Air Force One about the "final straw" in Russian leader Vladimir Putin's refusal to end the conflict.

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China on Monday (Nov 3) denied testing nuclear weapons after US President Donald Trump alleged that the country was among those to have conducted secret tests away from the public eye. In a statement, Beijing's foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said, “China has always adhered to the path of peaceful development, pursued a policy of no first use of nuclear weapons, upheld a self-defence nuclear strategy and abided by its commitment to suspend nuclear testing.”Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-they-test-underground-where-no-one-knows-trump-accuses-russia-china-of-secret-nuclear-testing-1762141529429">‘They test underground where no one knows’: Trump accuses Russia, China of secret nuclear testing</a><h2>What did Trump say about China?</h2>Earlier, Trump, during an interview with CBS’s 60 Minutes, the US president claimed that Russia and China were secretly conducting underground nuclear tests. He said this while defending his surprise decision to resume nuclear testing in the US after more than three decades. He claimed that while the United States has been holding back, other nations have been carrying out nuclear testing. "Russia's testing, and China's testing, but they don’t talk about it."&nbsp;He alleged that "They test way under-- underground where people don't know exactly what's happening with the test," he alleged. The comments came days after Trump ordered the US military to prepare for new nuclear weapons tests, the first since 1992. He argued that the move was necessary to ensure America’s arsenal remains reliable and to match what he described as covert testing by rival powers.

China fires back after Trump accuses it of secret nuclear testing, says 'always adhered to the path of peaceful development'

China on Monday (Nov 3) denied testing nuclear weapons after US President Donald Trump alleged that the country was among those to have conducted secret tests away from the public eye. In a statement, Beijing's foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said, “China has always adhered to the path of peaceful development, pursued a policy of no first use of nuclear weapons, upheld a self-defence nuclear strategy and abided by its commitment to suspend nuclear testing.” Also read | ‘They test underground where no one knows’: Trump accuses Russia, China of secret nuclear testing What did Trump say about China? Earlier, Trump, during an interview with CBS’s 60 Minutes, the US president claimed that Russia and China were secretly conducting underground nuclear tests. He said this while defending his surprise decision to resume nuclear testing in the US after more than three decades. He claimed that while the United States has been holding back, other nations have been carrying out nuclear testing. "Russia's testing, and China's testing, but they don’t talk about it." He alleged that "They test way under-- underground where people don't know exactly what's happening with the test," he alleged. The comments came days after Trump ordered the US military to prepare for new nuclear weapons tests, the first since 1992. He argued that the move was necessary to ensure America’s arsenal remains reliable and to match what he described as covert testing by rival powers.

China fires back after Trump accuses it of secret nuclear testing, says 'always adhered to the path of peaceful development'

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