President Donald Trump continued the long-standing White House tradition of pardoning two turkeys ahead of Thanksgiving, granting clemency to birds named Waddle and Gobble during a ceremony marked by humour and political barbs.
President Trump also announced that he would host the Chinese leader for a state visit in the United States later in 2026.
He said that the US' relationship with China is "extremely strong" and that that he has accepted an invitation by Xi to visit Beijing in April 2026.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt emphasised that President Donald Trump is committed to protecting American jobs while encouraging foreign investment in the United States.
Mamdani met President Trump at the White House in a cordial meeting but said he still believes Trump is a "fascist" and "despot". Both called the talks "productive" and discussed affordability, public safety and working together despite past clashes during the campaign.
Even when all seemed well after last Trump-Zelenskyy meet, including clothes and assistance in war, the new hurling is a grim reminder of volatility in the White House.
Trump and New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani held a surprisingly warm meeting at the White House, where both highlighted shared goals on crime, housing and affordability. Trump said he was "surprised" by their agreement, while Mamdani called the discussion "productive," signalling a sh
US President Donald Trump again claimed he helped resolve the India-Pakistan conflict while meeting New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani. India denies any mediation, saying Operation Sindoor led to the ceasefire.
US President Donald Trump and NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani met at the White House for a cooperative discussion focused on affordability and housing. Despite past clashes, both struck a friendly tone, with Trump defending Mamdani from tough questions and praising their shared ideas.
When a reporter asked Mamdani whether he still stood by that characterisation, the mayor-elect began, "I've spoken about it...," but Trump quickly interjected.
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani says he will push affordability issues in his White House meeting with President Trump, stressing he'll work with anyone to help New Yorkers. He plans to highlight cost-of-living concerns while maintaining he'll oppose any agenda that harms the city.
Earlier on Wednesday (local time), US President Donald Trump announced that New York City's mayor-elect, Zohran "Kwame" Mamdani, is scheduled to meet him at the Oval Office on Friday.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Thursday (local time) said that the United States is not participating in the official talks at the G20 in South Africa.