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Trump called a sudden, urgent press conference. What followed was a fever dream

ANALYSIS: With big Florida retiree energy, Trump shouted over the sound of drills and power saws about the construction of his new ballroom for over an hour as the Middle East crisis deepened and his approval hit rock bottom, writes Holly Baxter

The Independent UK

Trump endorses scandal-ridden Ken Paxton in dagger to Cornyn’s Texas reelection bid over longstanding grudge

Trump’s endorsement of Paxton marks second move against sitting GOP senators in 2026 midterms cycle

The Independent UK

AAP Rolling News Bulletin May 20, 0330

AAP Rolling News Bulletin for May 20 at 0330

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Todd Blanche says he would not recommend a pardon for Ghislaine Maxwell

Acting US attorney general made comments about the Epstein associate at a Senate hearing over budget requests

The Guardian - US

Billionaire Trump donor in line to make millions from Thames Water bid

Paul Singer is founder of a leading creditor in the hedge fund consortium locked in talks with the UK government

The Guardian - UK

Trump endorses attorney general Ken Paxton in Texas Senate primary

US president calls Paxton an ‘America First Patriot’ and ‘MAGA Warrior’ ahead of runoff against John Cornyn

The Guardian - US

Gulf states talk Trump out of Iran strikes in a show of regional influence

Trump said he suspended imminent US military strikes on Iran “for two or three days” after the Gulf states intervened to gain more time due to ongoing negotiations and concerns over Iranian retaliation, with Qatar stating that Gulf leaders are united in trying to avoid a resumption of the war.

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Ketanji Brown Jackson warns US supreme court it risks losing public trust

Liberal justice warned court could be seen as political after recent decisions backed by conservative supermajority

The Guardian - US

‘Redraft. Refine. Resubmit.’: Senate GOP is desperately trying to find a way to dodge Dona Trump’s biggest priority

No points for guessing who is probably not happy.

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The Thucydides trap – how the Greek historian’s meaning was lost in translation

Letters: Tim Rood and Phil Coughlin on Xi Jinping’s reference to the Thucydides trap in a meeting with Donald Trump

The Guardian - UK

NATO's top officer doesn't expect more American drawdowns beyond the 5,000 troops Trump announced

NATO’s top military officer says he doesn’t expect any more drawdowns of American troops from Europe — at least not anytime soon — beyond the 5,000 that U.S. President Donald Trump announced would leave the continent

The Independent UK

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AAP Rolling News Bulletin for May 20 at 0300

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Is Donald Trump government corrupt? Well, they just dropped fraud charges against a billionaire, and get this – he isn’t even American

It just took $10 billion.

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Eli Lilly shares bought on Trump’s behalf as his policies benefited drug firm

Filings reveal $220m to $750m in trades on US president’s behalf in first quarter of 2026, including securities linked to largest US companies

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The Texas Tribune

Trump endorses Ken Paxton in Senate GOP runoff

The development, coming partway through early voting, is a searing blow for John Cornyn, who finished first in the March runoff but was unable to convince Trump to endorse him.

The Independent UK

Iranian family detained for relative's key role in 1979 US Embassy hostage crisis seeks release

An Iranian family that’s lived in the United States for a decade is demanding their release from immigration detention after they were arrested due to a relative’s role in the 1979 U.S. Embassy hostage crisis

The Economic Times

Putin lands in China for trip that aims to show unshakeable ties after Trump pomp

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Beijing late on Tuesday for talks with his Chinese counterpart and "long-time good friend" Xi Jinping, intending to show their ties are unshakeable days after a visit by Donald Trump. - 'Dear, old friends' - Xi welcomed Putin with open arms as an "old…

The Economic Times

Top commander says 'thinking' about NATO role in Strait of Hormuz

NATO's top commander is considering how the alliance could assist in the Strait of Hormuz, though no formal planning has commenced. European nations, led by Britain and France, are exploring options to keep the crucial waterway open following its closure.

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The Mary Sue

Trump’s Approval Rating Just Tanked to 37% After He Admitted He Doesn’t Care About Your Wallet

The question now is whether Trump can pivot.

The Mary Sue

Trump’s Latest White House Project Isn’t a Ballroom. It’s a Helipad to Save the Lawn From His New Helicopter

The idea isn’t exactly new.

AAP

Iran threatens war 'beyond the region' if US attacks

President Donald Trump claims he came within an hour of restarting the US war with Iran, prompting Tehran to threaten a wider war if it's attacked again.

Reason

Trump Settles His Own Lawsuit Against the IRS for $1.8 Billion of Your Money

The government says the money will go to a fund for those "who suffered weaponization and lawfare," but it's more likely a slush fund for Trump and his cronies.

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‘Absolutely magnificent’: Donald Trump’s dream ballroom hit a Senate rule, and his response was to pressure John Thune into firing someone

By hook or by crook.

Latin Times

Trump Defends Using Taxpayer Money for January 6 Defendants, Says Rioters Were 'Horribly Treated'

The DOJ formally announced the fund as part of a settlement agreement in a lawsuit brought by Trump, his sons and the Trump Organization against the IRS over the leak of the president's tax returns

The Independent UK

Sebastian Stan criticises Cannes audience for laughing at Trump role

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