Donald Trump-related activity tracking.
2026
Apr15
According to a White House memo, U.S. President Donald Trump has authorized the Bakken Pipeline Company to construct and maintain pipeline facilities in North Dakota for transporting crude oil and petroleum products between the U.S. and Canada. This action aligns with the administration's support for cross-border energy infrastructure to increase crude supply from Canada. The move comes as Trump's threats against Iranian energy assets have contributed to rising oil prices and a shift by global buyers toward U.S. crude.
U.S. President Donald Trump is considering revising the tariff agreement with the UK, stating that the trade deal "can be revised at any time." This follows his recent criticism of the UK for refusing to participate in U.S. military operations against Iran. The potential revision introduces uncertainty into the trade relationship, which had previously granted the UK relatively favorable terms, such as lower tariffs on pharmaceuticals compared to other nations.
Apr13
As part of his campaign efforts, President Trump promoted a "no tax on tips" law by ordering McDonald's delivery to the Oval Office. The law, included in a recent tax and spending bill, is intended to provide financial benefits to workers in tipped jobs. The move was praised by DoorDash's Global Head of Public Policy, who stated the initiative has already saved their drivers millions of dollars. Both Trump and VP Harris have promised to eliminate taxes on tips to appeal to service and hospitality workers.
Following the announcement of a blockade on the Strait of Hormuz, Donald Trump stated that many empty oil tankers are now heading to the United States to load up on oil and transport it globally, bypassing the strait. He framed this as a result of US energy production, claiming the US now has more oil than Russia and Saudi Arabia combined and is becoming a key supplier for the world.
Apr12
Following the failure of US-Iran negotiations, President Trump announced a blockade of all vessels entering or leaving the Strait of Hormuz. The move triggered a sharp sell-off in U.S. stock futures, with the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq futures all falling over 1%. Concurrently, crude oil prices surged 7% due to concerns over global supply disruptions, while crypto markets also experienced significant declines.
President Trump is scheduled for an interview in the White House Oval Office on Wednesday from 6 PM to 8 PM ET to address economic issues. This follows a period of intense activity, including ongoing tensions with Iran where he has threatened its energy assets, efforts to secure funding for border enforcement, and public feuds with conservative media figures over his foreign policy. The interview also comes after the White House recently dispelled rumors about the President's health.
Following the breakdown of negotiations with Iran, President Trump announced a blockade on ships in the Strait of Hormuz and is dispatching more traditional minesweepers to the region. This move comes just days after a two-week ceasefire was declared on April 8 and follows a tense incident on April 11 where US destroyers transited the strait to clear potential mines, leading to a standoff with Iranian forces. The situation has escalated rapidly, with Iran previously attempting to levy tolls in cryptocurrency for passage and warning against any military vessels forcing their way through the strait.
Following the failure of US-Iran negotiations, President Trump signaled an imminent "lockdown" by reposting an article on Truth Social on April 12, 2026, titled "If Iran does not compromise, the president holds the 'Trump card': a naval blockade" . This move comes after a two-week ceasefire was declared on April 7-8 and Iran's own blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, which drastically reduced ship traffic . Trump's post is interpreted as a threat to escalate the conflict, potentially by implementing a full US naval blockade if Iran rejects a final deal . This has already caused market volatility, with oil prices rising and stocks falling in response to his social media activity .
Apr10
On Friday, President Trump announced he has submitted plans to build a new "Arc de Triomphe" in Washington D.C. The proposed design features a large, winged statue with a torch and crown, flanked by eagles and guarded by gilded lions. This initiative is part of a broader series of commemorative projects planned since Trump's return to the White House in 2025, aimed at creating a lasting political legacy. The project follows a similar grand concept for his presidential library in Miami, which also aims to be a tribute funded by donations.
Reports on Donald Trump's "Peace Committee" reveal it functions as a power club with no funding limits, where a permanent seat can be secured for a $1 billion fee. Trump reportedly has sole control over the collected funds and all final decisions. The committee's stated goal is to resolve global conflicts, starting with Gaza, but it has been criticized as a political show and has reportedly stalled after becoming involved in the conflict with Iran. In February, member nations pledged over $16 billion, with accounts opened at the World Bank and JPMorgan Chase.
White House economic advisor Kevin Hassett predicted the Strait of Hormuz could reopen within two months, citing ongoing negotiations with Iran and a backup plan . He stated that once passage is restored from its current level of just 10% of normal traffic, energy prices will fall rapidly . This statement comes as US and Iranian officials are set to meet amid a fragile ceasefire , and severe supply disruptions have caused a significant oil market deficit, particularly in Q2 . The closure has prompted companies like Mazda to halt regional exports and Europe to warn of a potential jet fuel crisis .
A crypto project linked to the Trump family, World Liberty Financial (WLFI), transferred over $40 million in stablecoins to Coinbase Prime. The funds were part of a ~$75 million stablecoin loan that WLFI secured from the DeFi protocol Dolomite by collateralizing approximately 5 billion of its own WLFI tokens. This action has reportedly pushed the utilization of the USD1 pool on Dolomite to around 93%.
Donald Trump is scheduled to attend a meeting for his Super PAC, MAGA Inc., on Friday evening. This follows a series of recent activities and associations linking him and his family to the cryptocurrency sector, including hosting a luncheon for memecoin holders which some senators suspect is a revenue-generating event, and having the CEO of Tether speak at a Mar-a-Lago event. His family is also involved in crypto-related ventures like American Bitcoin Corp. and World Liberty Financial. This engagement comes amid reports of some internal friction within the Republican party and the MAGA movement itself.
Apr08
The White House announced that President Trump has adjusted the automatic spending reduction levels for fiscal year 2027. The proposal seeks to cut non-defense discretionary spending by 10% while significantly increasing funds for defense, immigration, and technology. The budget plan includes a record $1.5 trillion for defense and redirects resources toward law enforcement and border security, while making substantial cuts to social and education programs.
Following his announcement of a two-week ceasefire with Iran, contingent on the full opening of the Strait of Hormuz , President Trump stated that the U.S. is preparing various materials and is on standby to ensure matters proceed smoothly . This comes after a period of escalating rhetoric, including threats to destroy Iran's energy assets and warnings of catastrophic consequences if a deal was not reached by his deadline . The "materials" have been previously linked to ensuring the free passage of oil and other goods through the Strait . Trump has also expressed a desire to end the conflict, which he sees as a distraction from other priorities .
Following a period of heightened threats and a self-imposed deadline, U.S. President Trump now asserts that a "solid framework" exists for a long-term peace agreement with Iran. This follows his announcement of a two-week ceasefire contingent on Iran opening the Strait of Hormuz, and his claim that a 10-point Iranian proposal provides a workable basis for talks. Previously, Trump had warned of "catastrophic consequences" if a deal wasn't reached by his April 7 deadline, and threatened to destroy Iranian infrastructure. The foundation for any deal has been stated to include Iran's complete abandonment of its nuclear program.
Following a period of escalating rhetoric, including a warning of "catastrophic consequences" on April 7th, Donald Trump stated on April 8th that a 15-point deal with Iran has been mostly agreed upon and he is now in a "wait and see" phase. This follows weeks of market volatility where Trump's announcements of potential de-escalation, including a five-day pause on strikes and a proposed 15-point peace plan, caused oil prices to drop and equities to rally. However, investor skepticism has been high due to the lack of specific details, Iran's previous denials of negotiations, and Trump's own contradictory threats.
In fiscal year 2025, the SEC reported a significant increase in enforcement collections, totaling $17.9 billion in fines and investor relief, largely driven by the Biden administration's policies. This amount consists of $7.2 billion in civil penalties and $10.8 billion in disgorgement of illegal profits. However, the current SEC Chairman, a Trump appointee, has signaled a strategic shift away from high-volume penalties to focus more on combating fraud and market manipulation, with enforcement actions already declining under the new leadership.
Apr07
U.S. stock index futures declined on Tuesday as a deadline set by President Trump for Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz approaches at 8 p.m. ET. Trump has threatened to strike Iranian infrastructure if his demands are not met, increasing market tension over potential impacts on oil supply and global markets. This follows a pattern of ultimatums and deadline extensions related to the conflict, which have previously caused volatility in stocks, oil, and cryptocurrencies. Investors have grown skeptical of these moves, viewing them as potential attempts to influence oil prices and stabilize the stock market, but uncertainty and concerns about escalation persist.
Donald Trump announced he will deliver a live speech tonight, April 7th. The speech coincides with a deadline he imposed on Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz by Tuesday or face an attack. While Trump has issued severe threats, including destroying Iran's infrastructure or the entire country overnight if his demands are not met, he has also suggested that Iran is interested in reaching a deal and that talks are ongoing, calling a previous offer a "major development." The speech is anticipated to provide updates on the Iran situation.
