Dec 01 U.S. backs G20 statement, except on climate change By Catherine Lucey, Associated Press The U.S. supported the language on reforming the World Trade Organization, but did not sign on to a commitment to support the Paris Climate Accord, which Trump is exiting. Continue reading
Dec 01 Trump scraps news conference ‘out of respect’ for Bushes By Associated Press President Donald Trump is cancelling a planned news conference at the Group of 20 summit in Argentina Saturday, “out of respect for the Bush Family” after death of former President George H.W. Bush. Continue reading
Dec 01 Trump aides caught in web of deception over Russia contacts By Eric Tucker, Associated Press One lied about his knowledge of Russian-hacked emails, another about a Russian real estate deal, a third about dialogue over sanctions with a Russian ambassador. Continue reading
Dec 01 Presidents, others praise former President George H.W. Bush By Associated Press He “was a man of the highest character. The entire Bush family is deeply grateful for 41′s life and love, for the compassion of those who have cared and prayed for Dad.” — Former President George W. Bush… Continue reading
Nov 30 Watch 7:02 At the G-20, leaders discover ‘how difficult’ consensus has become At the G-20, the world's most powerful leaders are discussing global governance, but in an era of populism and protectionism, forging multilateral agreement is a challenge. Plus, Russian aggression toward Ukraine and Saudi Arabia’s role in a high-profile murder set… Continue watching
Nov 30 Could the Trump-Xi meeting be a turning point for trade? By Gretchen Frazee President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping will meet Saturday amid an ongoing trade battle between the two nations. Continue reading
Nov 30 President Trump does not appear to acknowledge Putin, Saudi prince at G-20 summit By Associated Press Trump canceled a formal sit-down with Putin at the summit over Moscow's seizure of Ukrainian vessels. Continue reading
Nov 30 Trump signs new trade pact with Canada, Mexico leaders By Zeke Miller, Catherine Lucey, Associated Press The U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement is meant to replace the 24-year-old North American Free Trade Agreement. Continue reading
Nov 29 How Trump’s long quest for a Moscow tower led to Cohen’s guilty plea By Stephen Braun, Bernard Condon, Associated Press Donald Trump for decades dreamed of building a Trump Tower in the heart of Moscow, a plan that flared and fizzled several times over the years, most recently when his presidential campaign was gaining momentum. Continue reading
Nov 29 Watch 7:20 How Trump’s unconventional diplomacy will affect the G-20 President Trump has traveled to Argentina for the two-day G-20 summit, where he’ll meet with American allies and adversaries alike. A lot is at stake for his talks with China’s president, Xi Jinping, as Trump is expected to boost tariffs… Continue watching