NewsNewsDonald TrumpA quick guide to Donald TrumpThe Republican makes an historic return to the White House - here's what you need to know about him.UK state visit 2025Sarah Smith: Trump visit showed UK's warm relations - and limited influenceThe good-natured state visit demonstrated strong relations, but no ally is likely to change the US president's mind.Trump diverted and forced to swap helicopters on way to StanstedMarine One was diverted while ferrying Donald Trump from Chequers to Stansted Airport.Key takeaways from the PM and President's news conferenceThe US and UK leaders fielded questions on Ukraine, migration, free speech and Mandelson among other issues.In pictures: Chequers, scout groups and a dolls' house - day two of Trump's state visitDay two of US President Donald Trump's second state visitAnalysisNo ceasefire, no deal: What summit means for Trump, Putin and UkraineThree BBC correspondents at the meeting in Alaska assess what we learned about the two leaders and what's next for the war.Is crime in Washington DC 'out of control', as Trump claims?President Trump says he will deploy hundreds of troops to Washington DC to address crime there.How Trump's drive to his golf course shaped homeless crackdownWhat the president sees on his journey out of Washington DC helps explain this week's push to clean up the capital.How Trump is using the courts to get what he wants - and changing the shape of presidential powerTrump's confrontations with the courts are unique in their scale and fury, compared with those of past presidentsTrump's teamTrump's pick to lead economic data agency floats ending monthly jobs reportEJ Antoni's comment raised new alarm about the future of an agency that tracks how the economy of the world's richest country is faring.Trump's ex-lawyer Emil Bove confirmed as appeals court judgeAllegations by three whistleblowers were not enough to halt the appointment of from clearing the Senate.A quick guide to JD VanceThe Ohio senator was known for a popular memoir before becoming the 50th vice-president.RFK Jr sworn in as US Health and Human Services chiefKennedy will oversee the US health industry including food safety, pharmaceuticals and vaccinations.Who is on Trump's top team?Trump's inner circle includes the world's richest man, a former NFL player, and a Wall Street financer.Melania TrumpMelania Trump, enigmatic first lady who might do it differently this timeDescribed by some as an "enigma", Mrs Trump is expected to return to her White House duties "on her own terms".Melania Trump threatens to sue Hunter Biden for $1bn over Epstein claimThe first lady's lawyer has demanded that Joe Biden's son retract claims he made about how she met her husband.Decoding Melania Trump's new official portrait We asked two experts for their take on the image, which was shot in the White House a day after the inauguration.What lies ahead for Trump family now?Catch up on where the various relatives are heading as Donald Trump prepares to return to power.In videoTracking President Trump's love for charts over the yearsFrom policy announcements, to campaign promises and jabs at political opponents - we look at the president’s use of visual aids.The UK and US fallout from Trump's tariffs... in 70secsThe UK and US fallout from Trump's tariffs... in 70secsWhat is a tariff?How the US tariffs will affect youTrump tariffsWhat tariffs has Trump announced and why?Trump's volatile trade policy has thrown the world economy into chaos, and put some US prices up. Worst week for US stocks since Covid crash as China hits back on tariffs The US president, who has vowed to remake the global trade order, dismissed concerns, noting the US jobs market is strong.The British winners and losers from Trump tariffsSome UK exporters to the US see a chance to grow their firms, even as others fear a drop in sales.How does it affect me if share prices fall?Changes in the FTSE 100 and other indexes are not just for financial experts, they can affect our lives.What Trump has done - and why it mattersWe dig into what the US president has said, what it could mean, and why it is happening now.Latest newsTrump signs bill to end shutdown but another budget cliff looms over ICE fundingThe deal extends funding for the Department of Homeland Security for less than two weeks.Trump says Republicans 'should take over the voting' and 'nationalise' US electionsAmerican elections are primarily run by state law, and voting is administered by local officials across the country. Judge temporarily blocks axing deportation protections for Haitian migrantsThe judge said the Department of Homeland Security Secretary did not have facts or law on her side.Trump lawyers call BBC's Panorama defence 'untenable'The US president's legal team file new court papers in the ongoing case over a Panorama documentary.Iran's president says it is ready to negotiate with the USMasoud Pezeshkian said Iran would pursue "fair and equitable" talks, as the US builds up forces in the region. Trump seeks $1bn in damages from HarvardThe announcement is the latest development in the White House's ongoing feud with the Ivy League institution.Hope and uncertainty as India and US strike long-delayed trade dealIndian industry has welcomed lower tariffs, but experts caution against celebration until details are clearer.Takeaways from the millions of newly released Epstein files Three million new documents include hundreds of mentions of Trump and emails between Epstein and a person called "The Duke".Partial US government shutdown enters third day as funding standoff continuesDemocrats want changes in funding to the Department of Homeland Security in light of the fatal shootings of two US citizens during immigration raids.US and India reach trade deal, Trump says after Modi callTariffs will drop from 50% to 18% on Indian goods, while India has agreed to stop buying Russian oil.Texas loss delivers stark warning to Republicans in critical election yearAn election for a state Senate seat has unnerved Republicans, after the Democratic candidate delivered a surprise win.What have we learned from the latest Epstein documents?The BBC's Nomia Iqbal looks at the key points from the latest revelations about Jeffrey Epstein.Latest updates7 hrs agoTrump signs bill to end shutdown but another budget cliff looms over ICE fundingThe deal extends funding for the Department of Homeland Security for less than two weeks.7 hrs ago9 hrs agoTrump says Republicans 'should take over the voting' and 'nationalise' US electionsAmerican elections are primarily run by state law, and voting is administered by local officials across the country. 9 hrs ago9 hrs agoJudge temporarily blocks axing deportation protections for Haitian migrantsThe judge said the Department of Homeland Security Secretary did not have facts or law on her side.9 hrs ago11 hrs agoTrump lawyers call BBC's Panorama defence 'untenable'The US president's legal team file new court papers in the ongoing case over a Panorama documentary.11 hrs ago12 hrs agoIran's president says it is ready to negotiate with the USMasoud Pezeshkian said Iran would pursue "fair and equitable" talks, as the US builds up forces in the region. 12 hrs ago22 hrs agoTrump seeks $1bn in damages from HarvardThe announcement is the latest development in the White House's ongoing feud with the Ivy League institution.22 hrs ago23 hrs agoHope and uncertainty as India and US strike long-delayed trade dealIndian industry has welcomed lower tariffs, but experts caution against celebration until details are clearer.23 hrs ago1 day agoTakeaways from the millions of newly released Epstein files Three million new documents include hundreds of mentions of Trump and emails between Epstein and a person called "The Duke".1 day ago1 day agoPartial US government shutdown enters third day as funding standoff continuesDemocrats want changes in funding to the Department of Homeland Security in light of the fatal shootings of two US citizens during immigration raids.1 day ago...