An Unprecedented Archive of a Presidency

Eli Lilly shares bought on Trump’s behalf as his policies benefited drug firm. Filings reveal $220m to $750m in trades on US president’s behalf in first quarter of 2026, including securities linked to largest US companies This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

JD Vance says US remains ‘locked and loaded’ to restart military campaign as Iran warns of ‘new fronts’ – as it happened. US vice-president says Iran must agree to never have a nuclear weapon; Tehran warns US against resuming hostilities This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Jon Stewart on Trump’s visit with Xi: ‘All you came back with was his Instagram?’. Late-night hosts discussed the president’s trip to China and his latest bizarre social media posting spree This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Six US states hold primaries as Trump urges Kentucky voters to oust Massie. Republican critic of president faces challenge from Ed Gallrein, while Georgia and Pennsylvania hold key contests This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

The Thucydides trap – how the Greek historian’s words were lost in translation | Letter. Letters: Tim Rood and Phil Coughlin on Xi Jinping’s reference to the Thucydides trap in a meeting with Donald Trump This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Trump dismisses $10bn suit against IRS and creates $1.7bn ‘anti-weaponization’ fund. Democrats criticize deal as a slush fund that ‘funnels taxpayer dollars’ to president’s political allies This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Trump endorses attorney general Ken Paxton in Texas Senate primary. US president calls Paxton an ‘America First Patriot’ and ‘MAGA Warrior’ ahead of runoff against John Cornyn This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Trump news at a glance: president says scheduled attack on Iran has been postponed – for now. President says he has instructed US military to be ready for ‘a full, large scale assault of Iran, on a moment’s notice’ – key US politics stories from Monday 18 May This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Trump threatens ‘a big hit’ if Tehran does not make deal soon. Renewed threat comes after US president said he was ‘an hour away’ from ordering a strike before pulling back This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Trump turns to Middle East allies as deal to end Iran war proves elusive. President claims planned Tehran attack postponed to allow talks to continue – but no indication peace plan is imminent This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Trump’s shifting remarks on Taiwan are perfect for China to exploit. President’s remarks about Taiwan arms deals being a ‘negotiating chip’ with Beijing have been seized on by Chinese state media This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

UAE restores power to Barakah nuclear plant after drone strike, says IAEA – as it happened. This blog is now closed This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

US Senate votes to advance resolution to curb Trump’s Iran war powers. Chamber advances bill for first time as four Republicans join all but one of Senate’s Democrats in favor This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

US claims ‘emergency refugee situation’ as it admits 10,000 more white South Africans. Trump has repeatedly made false claims that white Afrikaners facing genocide with costs of resettling them at $100m This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

US justice department ‘forever’ bars IRS from auditing Trump’s past tax returns. Addendum quietly slipped into widely criticized agreement creating a $1.7bn fund to compensate president’s allies This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Unai Emery the Europa League king could be Aston Villa’s final trump card. Players hope their workaholic manager will let his hair down if he wins competition for fifth time in Istanbul This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Why more US women are moving abroad: ‘It’s because of Trump, right? Yes and no’. As many as 40% of young women say they want to migrate, citing better work life balance to Trump’s politics This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

‘Many billionaires are not happy people’: Michelle Obama talks politics and going ‘a little low’ in first Australian event. Former first lady delivers veiled but sharp remarks on US politics during speaking tour that begins in Melbourne This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Contributor: Trump has left himself only bad options on Iran. The president's missteps led to Iran's current stockpile of nuclear material and Tehran's control of the Strait of Hormuz. This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

EU agrees to implement US trade deal struck last summer. MEPs had twice frozen ratification process in protest at Trump’s threats to increase tariffs and take control of Greenland This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Europe’s nul-point politicians: inside the 22 May Guardian Weekly. Starmer, Merz and Macron all at sea. Plus: Trump’s empty Chinese takeaway This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Eva v Goliath: the 20-year-old climate activist taking on Trump and the fossil fuel industry. Young Americans are suing the president for violating rights with executive orders that fuel the climate crisis This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

First Thing: Trump critic Thomas Massie defeated in Kentucky Republican House primary. Seven-term incumbent had spoken out against Iran war, government spending and Jeffrey Epstein files. Plus, Trump’s ‘board of peace’ receives just $23m to rebuild Gaza This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

January 6 officers sue Trump over $1.8bn fund, alleging ‘presidential corruption’. Retired Capitol police officer and DC officer allege Trump’s $1.8bn fund unlawfully rewards January 6 rioters and allies This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Jimmy Kimmel on Trump’s IRS settlement: ‘Most brazenly corrupt move by any president ever’. Late-night hosts discussed the president’s lawsuit against his own government and his latest ballroom updates This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massie charted his own way, until toppled by Trump. Thomas Massie, a Republican congressman from Kentucky, has lost his primary bid for reelection This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Outrage grows over treatment of Gaza flotilla activists; US boards Iranian oil tanker – Middle East crisis as it happened. US ambassador to Israel criticizes Ben-Gvir’s ‘despicable actions’ in video shared online as countries condemn treatment of activists; tanker was accused of violating blockade before being released This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Pedro Almodóvar says film-makers have a ‘moral duty’ to speak out against the far right. ‘Europe must never be subjected to Trump’ says Spanish film-maker at a Cannes press conference for his new film, Bitter Christmas This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Republicans mull dropping $1 billion security money request for the White House and Trump's ballroom. Republican senators are considering dropping a proposal for $1 billion in security money for the White House complex and President Donald Trump’s ballroom after it has failed to win enough party support on Capitol Hill This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Same but different: how Xi and China welcomed Trump and Putin. Choreography of back-to-back visits appeared deliberately mirrored but China made sure the differences were noticed This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Eli Lilly shares bought on Trump’s behalf as his policies benefited drug firm. Filings reveal $220m to $750m in trades on US president’s behalf in first quarter of 2026, including securities linked to largest US companies This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

JD Vance says US remains ‘locked and loaded’ to restart military campaign as Iran warns of ‘new fronts’ – as it happened. US vice-president says Iran must agree to never have a nuclear weapon; Tehran warns US against resuming hostilities This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Jon Stewart on Trump’s visit with Xi: ‘All you came back with was his Instagram?’. Late-night hosts discussed the president’s trip to China and his latest bizarre social media posting spree This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Six US states hold primaries as Trump urges Kentucky voters to oust Massie. Republican critic of president faces challenge from Ed Gallrein, while Georgia and Pennsylvania hold key contests This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

The Thucydides trap – how the Greek historian’s words were lost in translation | Letter. Letters: Tim Rood and Phil Coughlin on Xi Jinping’s reference to the Thucydides trap in a meeting with Donald Trump This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Trump dismisses $10bn suit against IRS and creates $1.7bn ‘anti-weaponization’ fund. Democrats criticize deal as a slush fund that ‘funnels taxpayer dollars’ to president’s political allies This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Trump endorses attorney general Ken Paxton in Texas Senate primary. US president calls Paxton an ‘America First Patriot’ and ‘MAGA Warrior’ ahead of runoff against John Cornyn This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Trump news at a glance: president says scheduled attack on Iran has been postponed – for now. President says he has instructed US military to be ready for ‘a full, large scale assault of Iran, on a moment’s notice’ – key US politics stories from Monday 18 May This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Trump threatens ‘a big hit’ if Tehran does not make deal soon. Renewed threat comes after US president said he was ‘an hour away’ from ordering a strike before pulling back This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Trump turns to Middle East allies as deal to end Iran war proves elusive. President claims planned Tehran attack postponed to allow talks to continue – but no indication peace plan is imminent This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Trump’s shifting remarks on Taiwan are perfect for China to exploit. President’s remarks about Taiwan arms deals being a ‘negotiating chip’ with Beijing have been seized on by Chinese state media This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

UAE restores power to Barakah nuclear plant after drone strike, says IAEA – as it happened. This blog is now closed This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

US Senate votes to advance resolution to curb Trump’s Iran war powers. Chamber advances bill for first time as four Republicans join all but one of Senate’s Democrats in favor This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

US claims ‘emergency refugee situation’ as it admits 10,000 more white South Africans. Trump has repeatedly made false claims that white Afrikaners facing genocide with costs of resettling them at $100m This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

US justice department ‘forever’ bars IRS from auditing Trump’s past tax returns. Addendum quietly slipped into widely criticized agreement creating a $1.7bn fund to compensate president’s allies This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Unai Emery the Europa League king could be Aston Villa’s final trump card. Players hope their workaholic manager will let his hair down if he wins competition for fifth time in Istanbul This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Why more US women are moving abroad: ‘It’s because of Trump, right? Yes and no’. As many as 40% of young women say they want to migrate, citing better work life balance to Trump’s politics This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

‘Many billionaires are not happy people’: Michelle Obama talks politics and going ‘a little low’ in first Australian event. Former first lady delivers veiled but sharp remarks on US politics during speaking tour that begins in Melbourne This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Contributor: Trump has left himself only bad options on Iran. The president's missteps led to Iran's current stockpile of nuclear material and Tehran's control of the Strait of Hormuz. This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

EU agrees to implement US trade deal struck last summer. MEPs had twice frozen ratification process in protest at Trump’s threats to increase tariffs and take control of Greenland This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Europe’s nul-point politicians: inside the 22 May Guardian Weekly. Starmer, Merz and Macron all at sea. Plus: Trump’s empty Chinese takeaway This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Eva v Goliath: the 20-year-old climate activist taking on Trump and the fossil fuel industry. Young Americans are suing the president for violating rights with executive orders that fuel the climate crisis This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

First Thing: Trump critic Thomas Massie defeated in Kentucky Republican House primary. Seven-term incumbent had spoken out against Iran war, government spending and Jeffrey Epstein files. Plus, Trump’s ‘board of peace’ receives just $23m to rebuild Gaza This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

January 6 officers sue Trump over $1.8bn fund, alleging ‘presidential corruption’. Retired Capitol police officer and DC officer allege Trump’s $1.8bn fund unlawfully rewards January 6 rioters and allies This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Jimmy Kimmel on Trump’s IRS settlement: ‘Most brazenly corrupt move by any president ever’. Late-night hosts discussed the president’s lawsuit against his own government and his latest ballroom updates This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massie charted his own way, until toppled by Trump. Thomas Massie, a Republican congressman from Kentucky, has lost his primary bid for reelection This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Outrage grows over treatment of Gaza flotilla activists; US boards Iranian oil tanker – Middle East crisis as it happened. US ambassador to Israel criticizes Ben-Gvir’s ‘despicable actions’ in video shared online as countries condemn treatment of activists; tanker was accused of violating blockade before being released This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Pedro Almodóvar says film-makers have a ‘moral duty’ to speak out against the far right. ‘Europe must never be subjected to Trump’ says Spanish film-maker at a Cannes press conference for his new film, Bitter Christmas This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Republicans mull dropping $1 billion security money request for the White House and Trump's ballroom. Republican senators are considering dropping a proposal for $1 billion in security money for the White House complex and President Donald Trump’s ballroom after it has failed to win enough party support on Capitol Hill This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.

Same but different: how Xi and China welcomed Trump and Putin. Choreography of back-to-back visits appeared deliberately mirrored but China made sure the differences were noticed This entry is cataloged as a standalone event because it captures a concrete action, public statement, legal development, documented relationship, or policy consequence linked directly or indirectly to Trump. The downstream effects include institutional stress, public-trust erosion, and accountability pressure across affected systems.