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Trump Backs Vance in Iran Talks Amid Approval Struggles

4/17/2026

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Trump Oversees Iran Negotiations

U.S. President Donald Trump is overseeing Vice President JD Vance's negotiations to end the Iran war.
Trump expresses confidence in Vance and jokes he would blame him if negotiations fail.
A Pew Research survey shows Americans' favorability toward China has risen.
Trump's approval ratings remain low as voters blame rising gas prices and inflation, and midterm elections approach.

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Trump Criticizes Judge

The federal judge ruled aboveground work on the White House ballroom must stop until Congress approves the project, citing national security concerns.
The ruling allows some underground work to continue while the administration seeks Supreme Court review.
U.S. President Donald Trump criticized the judge, claiming the ballroom is essential for future presidential operations and crucial for secure gatherings despite ongoing disputes.

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Trump Oversees Iran Negotiations

U.S. President Donald Trump is overseeing Vice President JD Vance's negotiations to end the Iran war.
Trump expresses confidence in Vance and jokes he would blame him if negotiations fail.
A Pew Research survey shows Americans' favorability toward China has risen.
Trump's approval ratings remain low as voters blame rising gas prices and inflation, and midterm elections approach.

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