California’s top lawmakers and city mayors quickly lined up tin fury, portraying Trump’s comments as an extraordinary threat against millions of Americans.

At the same time Jared Kushner has negotiated in the war in Gaza, his company has held the largest stake in a firm backing businesses involved in Israel’s military campaigns.

"A board loaded with defense contractors and one draft-dodging war hawk will decide the future of the US military," said one observer. "What could possibly go wrong?"

U.S. President Donald Trump sat for an exclusive interview ahead of the midterm elections. Here’s a check of the claims he made.

A charge against David Hearn was dismissed “with prejudice” because of President Trump’s attempts to influence the case.