White House says Kennedy Center board has voted to rename after Trump

The board of the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., has voted to proceed with a proposal to rename the institution after former President Donald Trump, potentially calling it the Trump-Kennedy Center. This decision has raised legal questions regarding its validity, as expressed by Joe Kennedy III, a descendant of President John F. Kennedy.

New plaques installed in the White House's 'Presidential Walk of Fame' disparage former Presidents Joe Biden, Barack Obama, and George W. Bush, with labels such as 'sleepy' for Biden and 'divisive' for Obama. This action by President Donald Trump has drawn significant attention and criticism.

The White House has accused South Africa of harassing U.S. government staff, escalating tensions between the two nations. This accusation comes amid ongoing disputes related to former President Donald Trump's claims of persecution against white Afrikaners in South Africa, which have been widely criticized as unfounded.

US President Donald Trump addressed the nation from the White House, highlighting his first year in office as a success while downplaying economic concerns and offering limited new policy insights as he prepares for the 2026 midterm elections.

In a prime-time address from the White House, President Donald Trump sought to alleviate public concerns regarding the US economy, asserting that it is recovering despite challenges such as rising inflation and slowing job growth ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a blockade on all sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela, escalating pressure on President Nicolás Maduro's government. This decision follows the recent seizure of an oil tanker by U.S. forces off the Venezuelan coast, which Maduro condemned as an act of piracy.

In a live address from the White House, President Donald Trump attempted to address concerns regarding high inflation and the economy, attributing these issues to his predecessor, Joe Biden. Surrounded by Christmas decorations, Trump emphasized his administration's efforts to stabilize the economy amidst rising living costs.