Trump nears 100 days in office: Trump says ‘I think a deal is going to be made’ after Iran talks

As US President Donald Trump approaches the 100-day mark of his second term on April 29, 2025, his administration has implemented sweeping changes across domestic and foreign policies, marked by an aggressive "America First" agenda and extensive executive actions.

Executive Actions & Domestic Policy

Immigration: Resumption of the U.S.-Mexico border wall, crackdown on sanctuary cities, and efforts to end birthright citizenship.

Government Efficiency: Creation of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) under Elon Musk to reduce bureaucracy.

Social Policies: Reversal of diversity and inclusion programs, termination of gender-affirming care protections, and redefining gender in federal policies.

Pardons: Clemency for 1,500 individuals linked to the January 6 Capitol attack.

Foreign Policy & International Relations

Global Alliances: Criticism of NATO, reduction of foreign aid, and openness to annexing territories like Greenland.

International Agreements: Withdrawal from the Paris Climate Agreement and WHO.

Trade Policies: Implementation of tariffs, straining relations with allies and raising concerns about economic stability.

Trump’s first 100 days have seen rapid changes, with supporters seeing them as necessary, while critics worry about their impact on democratic institutions and global stability.

Trump jabs Taylor Swift while honoring Philadelphia Eagles at White House

Donald Trump hosted the Philadelphia Eagles at the White House to celebrate their Super Bowl victory over the Kansas City Chiefs. During the event, Trump mocked Taylor Swift, saying, “I was there along with Taylor Swift. How did that work out?” in reference to the Chiefs’ loss. Taylor Swift, who is dating Chiefs player Travis Kelce, endorsed Kamala Harris for president in 2024.

Rep. Shri Thanedar introduces impeachment articles against Trump

Rep. Thanedar, D-Mich., has filed articles of impeachment against President Trump. The articles accuse Trump of “abuse of trade powers and international aggression” and “violation of First Amendment rights.”

Thanedar calls Trump "unfit" to serve as president and a "clear and present danger" to the Constitution and democracy.

The impeachment articles claim Trump’s actions have undermined the justice system, violated the separation of powers, and prioritized personal power over public service. It is unlikely that the impeachment articles will receive a vote in the House or Senate. Thanedar has not indicated whether he will attempt to force a vote on the matter.

Trump, Iran optimistic after nuclear talks in Oman

US and Iranian officials held a third round of negotiations in Oman over the weekend. Talks centered on imposing controls on Iran’s nuclear program in exchange for lifting economic sanctions. Iran's foreign minister described the talks as "more serious" compared to previous rounds. US President Donald Trump said, “I think a deal is going to be made,” signaling confidence in a potential agreement. (NBC News)

Leavitt says anyone blocking immigration efforts "at risk" of prosecution

When asked whether the Trump administration would seek to arrest federal judges or even Supreme Court justices who resist its immigration policies, spokesperson Karoline Leavitt said anyone obstructing federal law enforcement "is at risk of being prosecuted."

Her comments came after the FBI last week arrested a county judge in Milwaukee accused of interfering with a federal immigration operation.

"Anyone who is breaking the law or obstructing federal law enforcement officials from doing their jobs is putting ourselves at risk of being prosecuted. Absolutely," Leavitt said. On whether higher-level judges could be targeted, Leavitt declined to give a definitive answer, calling it "a hypothetical question."

Trump shrugs off deportation concerns: "Nothing will ever be perfect"

US President Donald Trump in an interview with The Atlantic downplays concerns over the potential deportation of legal residents or US citizens in the effort to remove undocumented immigrants.

Trump responds to the question about mistakes in deportation, suggesting imperfection is inevitable in such a complex process. When asked about mistaken deportations, Trump states that he is not directly involved in the process and relies on a team of people for execution.

Trump describes the individuals targeted for deportation as "extremely tough" and "dangerous," emphasizing their illegal entry into the country. Trump avoids acknowledging any errors by focusing on the legality of the immigrants' entry, asserting that they came to the country illegally.

Trump to sign two Executive Orders on immigration today, White House announces

Trump will sign two executive orders on immigration today, according to the White House. The first order focuses on immigration enforcement. The second order directs the attorney general and homeland security secretary to publish a list of sanctuary cities. The administration claims these sanctuary cities “obstruct the enforcement of federal immigration laws.” White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed the details of the executive orders.

Trump weighs in on Hegseth's struggles: "I think he’s going to get it together"

Donald Trump expressed confidence that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will recover from recent issues at the Pentagon, stating to The Atlantic, "I think he's going to get it together." Trump shared that he had a "positive talk" with Hegseth regarding the turmoil. Hegseth was revealed to have shared details of a US military operation in Yemen on Signal with high-ranking officials, which led to controversy. (NBC News)

Trump dismisses polls showing low approval at 100-day mark as 'fake'

President Donald Trump has dismissed three polls showing his approval ratings at the 100-day mark of his second term. In a Truth Social post, Trump called the polls "FAKE POLLS FROM FAKE NEWS ORGANIZATIONS" and claimed they were driven by "Trump Derangement Syndrome." He argued that the media, which he criticised for focusing on negative stories, was the "enemy of the people," despite his success at the border, calling it "the BEST NUMBER EVER!"

These posts came after the ABC News/Washington Post/Ipsos poll revealed Trump's lowest 100-day approval rating in 80 years, with 55% disapproval and just 30% approval. Two other polls, from the New York Times and Fox News, also showed his approval rating below water.

Tariff focus criticised, Economic approval slips, deportation program backed

A CBS News poll finds a growing belief that the Trump administration is overly focused on tariffs rather than addressing rising prices.

This perception has contributed to a decline in Trump's approval ratings on the economy and inflation.

Despite economic concerns, Trump continues to receive majority approval for his deportation policies.

More Americans are prioritising the economy over immigration when evaluating Trump's performance.

Trump's economic disapproval is especially high among those who believe he has focused too much on tariffs instead of lowering costs.