Here's Donald Trump's marriage advice to France's Emmanuel Macron

President Donald Trump on Friday gave marital advice to French President Emmanuel Macron in the wake of video footage released this week that showed the moment Macron's wife, Brigitte, shoved him in the face.

The incident occurred as the Macrons landed in Vietnam on Sunday, the first stop on a weeklong tour of Southeast Asia.

The French president said he's in the region at a "key crossroads of global trade" and to show that "France is present and acting with its partners" amid escalating trade tensions between the U.S. and China.

"Do you have any world leader to world leader marital advice to Macron?" Fox News' Peter Doocy asked Trump in the Oval Office on Friday, prompting laughter from some people in the room.

Trump, who has been married three times, smirked at Doocy's question and responded: "Make sure the door remains closed. That was not good." The president's answer drew more laughs and he added: "No, I spoke to him and he's fine."

Read the full story by Sonam Sheth and Gabe Whisnant on Newsweek.

PBS sues Trump over funding cuts, citing unconstitutional retaliation

PBS filed a lawsuit Friday against Trump and top administration officials, challenging his decision to strip federal funding from the public television network. The move follows a similar suit filed by NPR earlier this week.

In its complaint, PBS argues that the order violates the Constitution by engaging in "viewpoint discrimination" based on the president's claim that the network's news coverage is biased against conservatives.

"PBS disputes those charged assertions in the strongest possible terms," attorney Z.W. Julius Chen wrote in the filing. "Our Constitution and laws forbid the president from serving as the arbiter of the content of PBS's programming."

Trump says he's 'surprised' and 'disappointed' by Russian strikes in Ukraine

Trump said Friday he was "surprised" and "disappointed" by Russia's recent attacks on Ukrainian cities but stopped short of condemning President Vladimir Putin directly.

In the Oval Office, Trump expressed frustration over the renewed violence, saying the strikes had upended plans for progress. When asked whether he viewed Putin as a "bad guy," Trump deflected, instead commenting on the difficulty of dealing with both Putin and Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky.

Trump noted he had spoken to Putin last week, during which the Russian president reportedly agreed to send a peace proposal. However, according to U.S. officials, no such document has been delivered. The White House is now considering further sanctions on Moscow as tensions remain high.

U.S. reaffirms Ukraine's right to self-defense at U.N. meeting

A U.S. diplomat at the United Nations on Friday defended Ukraine's right to defend itself against Russia's invasion, pushing back on claims from Moscow that European military aid is hampering peace efforts.

Political adviser Anton Jongeneel said Russia had called the U.N. Security Council meeting to argue that European support for Ukraine undermines peace. "That is not the case," Jongeneel said. "Ukraine, as a sovereign country, has the right to defend itself from aggression."

He added that Ukraine is open to a ceasefire, but "Russia is the obstacle." Jongeneel also expressed concern that Moscow may be uninterested in peace and instead be aiming for a military victory.

He called on China, North Korea, and others to stop supplying weapons or personnel that could prolong the war.

Donald Trump weighs in on whether he'll pardon Diddy

Responding to a reporter, President Donald Trump on Friday addressed whether he would consider a pardon for Sean "Diddy" Combs, who is on trial in New York City on federal charges of sex trafficking, racketeering conspiracy and transportation to engage in prostitution.

When asked by Fox News' Peter Doocy if he would pardon Diddy, the president responded in part: "Well, nobody's asked. You had to be the one to ask, Peter. I know people are thinking about it. First of all, I'd look at what's happening.

"I haven't spoken to him in years. He really liked me a lot."

Read the full story by Dan Gooding and Gabe Whisnant on Newsweek.

Trump comments on viral Macron video: 'That was not good'

On Friday, Trump weighed in on a video that appeared to show French President Emmanuel Macron's wife, Brigitte, pushing his face as he stepped off a plane in Hanoi, Vietnam.

Asked if he had marital advice for Macron, Trump replied after a pause, "Make sure the door remains closed." He also indicated he had spoken with Macron after the moment, calling the incident "not good."

"I spoke to him and he's fine, they're fine, they're two really good people," Trump said of the French president and first lady. "I don't know what that was all about, but I know them well—they're fine."

Macron dismissed the speculation, telling reporters the clip was being blown out of proportion. "There's a video showing me joking and teasing my wife and somehow that becomes a sort of geo-planetary catastrophe," he said.

Trump says Gaza and Iran deals may be near

Trump said Friday that the U.S. is nearing major diplomatic breakthroughs in the Middle East, citing progress on potential agreements with both Hamas and Iran.

Speaking to reporters, Trump said a cease-fire deal between Israel and Hamas could be finalized soon. "They're very close to an agreement on Gaza," he said, adding that an update may come later in the day or by tomorrow.

Trump also claimed talks with Iran are advancing. "I think we have a chance of making a deal with Iran," he said. "They don't want to be blown up... I think that could happen in the not too distant future."

Trump gives Musk a gold-colored key for government efficiency work

During the press conference, Trump presented Elon Musk with a gold key and thanked him for his leadership in founding the Department of Government Efficiency.

"This is a presentation from our country," Trump said, noting he only gives the key to "very special people."

Trump says Musk will remain a 'friend and advisor' after DOGE exit

Trump said Musk's departure from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) won't be a full goodbye. "Elon's really not leaving, he's going to be back and forth, I think," Trump told reporters, noting that many DOGE staffers will remain in their roles.

"I have a feeling it's, it's his baby and I think he's going to be doing a lot of things," the president added.

Musk echoed that sentiment, calling the event "not the end of DOGE, but really the beginning." He said he plans to continue working with Trump and "be a friend and advisor to the president."

Trump opens Oval Office event with praise for Elon Musk

"Today it's about a man named Elon," Trump said at the start of the conference, lauding Musk's "very great talents" and his role in carrying out "the most sweeping and consequential" government downsizing efforts.

Trump credited Musk with significant cuts to the federal workforce and said, "We'll remember you," while promising that more reductions are coming. Still, he noted the pace of change has been slow, adding, "Sadly, it takes a long time."

The US is the 'hottest country in the world'

In his remarks, Trump said that the "United States is the hottest country in the world right now."

'Our government is a little nasty on occasion'

Trump opened an Oval Office event by praising Elon Musk for doing a "fantastic job" in leading the Department of Government Efficiency.

The two exchanged brief remarks, with Trump noting, "Our government is a little nasty on occasion," to which Musk replied, "Yeah, at times."

Elon Musk is 'all about the USA'

Trump said Elon Musk "loves our country" and is "all about the USA."

He added that Musk endured "abuse" and slander" from the American people during his tenure.

Trump praises Musk at start of press conference

The press conference began with Trump praising Musk for his work in DOGE.

"DOGE ha installed geniuses with engineering mindsets," Trump said, after saying the Department of Government Efficiency has found many "stupid" issues within the government.

HAPPENING NOW: Trump and Musk appear together in Oval Office on Musk's final day in administration

Trump and Elon Musk are set to appear together in the Oval Office, marking what Trump called Musk's "last day" in his administration.

The Tesla CEO had led the Department of Government Efficiency, where he spearheaded sweeping cuts to the federal workforce to reduce government spending.

Trump says he is firing National Portrait Gallery director Kim Sajet

Trump announced on Truth Social Friday that he is "terminating the employment" of Kim Sajet as director of the National Portrait Gallery. He criticized Sajet as "highly partisan" and a "strong supporter of DEI," which he called inappropriate for her role.

He added that he would be announcing a replacement "shortly."

China urges US to stop 'discriminatory' export controls after Trump post

The Chinese embassy in Washington responded Friday to a post by President Donald Trump, saying both countries have kept in touch on trade issues since their high-level meeting in Geneva. According to the embassy, discussions have occurred across several levels and forums.

However, the embassy criticized the U.S. for the "abuse of export control measures" in the semiconductor sector. It said Beijing had repeatedly raised the issue and urged Washington to end what it described as discriminatory practices.

The embassy said, "China once again urges the US to immediately correct its erroneous actions," calling on the two sides to respect the Geneva consensus.

Elon Musk and Trump to appear in press conference

Trump is set to host Elon Musk at the White House at 1:30 p.m., days after the Tesla and SpaceX CEO announced his departure from the administration. Musk was a special government employee leading the Department of Government Efficiency.

Later, Trump will travel to Pennsylvania to promote a new partnership between U.S. Steel and Japan-based Nippon Steel. He has said the agreement will ensure U.S. Steel keeps its headquarters in Pittsburgh, a key political and industrial hub.

Republican Senator to Medicaid cuts protesters —'we're all going to die'

During a tense exchange with protesters at a town hall, Republican Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa responded to concerns over potential Medicaid cuts by declaring, "Well, we are all going to die."

The remark came as demonstrators pressed her on the impact that proposed reductions could have on vulnerable populations, particularly the elderly and disabled. The comment quickly drew attention, with critics calling it dismissive and insensitive given the stakes of the health care debate.

Ernst's office later clarified to news outlets that the senator was attempting to make a broader philosophical point about mortality, not the specifics of Medicaid policy.

Read the full story by Dan Gooding and Gabe Whisnant on Newsweek.

Trump administration says New York discriminated against school over Native mascot

President Donald Trump's education secretary, Linda McMahon, said Friday that New York is violating federal civil rights law by pressuring a Long Island school district to retire its Native American mascot.

Speaking at Massapequa High School, McMahon said the state's actions against the district amount to discrimination. Her department has concluded a weeks-long investigation and plans to ask the state to issue a formal apology and allow districts to keep their mascots. McMahon said the case may be referred to the Justice Department if New York refuses.

The state has long pushed schools to remove Native American imagery. Massapequa, named after a local Indigenous tribe, has refused, calling the mascot part of the community's identity. But critics say the imagery is inaccurate and offensive, particularly given the region's violent colonial history.

Trump called for a federal investigation last month and claimed the push to retire the mascot is "an affront to our great Indian population." State officials have not commented.

Biden honors Beau and fallen soldiers in first remarks since cancer diagnosis

Former President Joe Biden used his first public remarks since revealing his prostate cancer diagnosis to honor his late son, Beau, and fallen military service members.

Speaking at a Memorial Day event in New Castle, Delaware, Biden addressed the crowd with a steady voice, reflecting on the 10th anniversary of Beau Biden's death. "To be honest, it's a hard day," he said. "Being with all of you, quite frankly, makes things a little bit easier, it really does."

Biden called on attendees to remember the sacrifices of those lost in battle and emphasized a duty to uphold the values they fought for. "They're not asking us to do their jobs," he said. "They're asking us to do our job... to defend democracy, be part of something bigger than ourselves."

The event marked Biden's first public appearance since disclosing an aggressive form of prostate cancer.

Trump could be sending Afghan Christians to their death, group warns

One of Donald Trump's latest immigration moves could be sending Afghan Christians to die at the hands of the Taliban, an anti-Christian persecution group has warned.

Trump's administration took steps to remove protections for thousands of Afghan refugees earlier this month, asking them to self-deport and officially terminating their Temporary Protected Status (TPS) amid an ongoing immigration crackdown.

International Christian Concern (ICC), a non-profit that supports Christians facing discrimination for their faith around the world, is worried that this will force Afghan Christians to return to the Taliban, where their lives could be in danger.

ICC President Jeff King told Newsweek how, after the Taliban took power in 2021, it "conducted door-to-door searches, checking phones for Christian materials, and offered bounties for the betrayal of Christians so they could be executed or tortured for apostasy."

"It's unlikely that President Trump has fully considered the specific plight of these converts, given the broader focus of his administration on vital immigration enforcement and border security priorities," he said.

When Newsweek put this warning to the White House and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), it was told that "any Afghan who fears persecution is able to request asylum."

Read the full story by Jordan King on Newsweek.

Elon Musk says he doesn't entirely agree with Trump administration

Elon Musk said he has "differences of opinion" with the Trump administration and doesn't "entirely agree" with all of its actions, days after announcing his departure from his government role.

"It's not like I agree with everything the administration does," Musk told CBS Sunday Morning in an interview clip released ahead of its full airing. "We have differences of opinion."

Musk said he hesitated to publicly criticize the administration, explaining, "I don't want to speak up against the administration, but I don't want to take responsibility for everything the administration's doing either."

The billionaire confirmed Wednesday that his tenure leading the Department of Government Efficiency had ended. During his tenure, the agency enacted deep cuts to the federal workforce in a push to trim government spending.

Musk also expressed concern about Trump's recent tax and spending cuts, warning that they could worsen the deficit and undercut DOGE's goals.

Kennedy updates COVID vaccine guidance for kids ahead of CDC review

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced a change to COVID-19 vaccine guidance for children this week before federal health experts could weigh in.

Kennedy shared the update in a 58-second video Tuesday on X, saying children ages 6 months to 17 years without serious immune issues may receive the shot if parents do so in consultation with a doctor. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention updated its website Thursday to reflect the new "shared decision-making" approach.

The CDC's advisory panel is scheduled to meet in June to make recommendations about the fall COVID-19 shots. Kennedy, a longtime vaccine skeptic before becoming health secretary, decided not to wait.

The CDC directed inquiries to Kennedy and the Department of Health and Human Services. Under the new guidance, insurers must still cover the shots, but experts say uptake tends to fall under shared-decision policies. CDC data shows only 13% of children and 23% of adults have received the 2024–25 vaccine.

Former president Joe Biden says he's 'feeling great' during visit to Connecticut

Former President Joe Biden said on Friday that he was "feeling great" as he arrived at Bradley International Airport. These brief remarks were his first public comments since revealing on Sunday that he has been diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer.

Biden said he was in Connecticut to attend his grandson's graduation. On Thursday evening, he dined at The Woodland restaurant in Lakeville, where staff and diners shared photos of the visit on social media. According to the restaurant owner, Biden ordered a well-done burger with extra tomatoes and spoke briefly with those around him.

His arrival at Bradley airport drew surprise and applause from travelers, who said it was their first time seeing a president in person. Biden was accompanied by his wife, former first lady Jill Biden, and Secret Service and state police.

Biden's health announcement and visit come amid renewed public discussion of his time in office, especially following a new book that raised questions about his mental acuity during his presidency. Biden has denied reports of cognitive decline, calling them "wrong" during a recent appearance on "The View."

Those who spoke with Biden during his visit said he appeared well and in good spirits.

Savannah Chrisley speaks

"My number one priority was getting my parents home," Savannah Chrisley said.

She also spoke about how there is "more work" to be done to resolve similar "injustices" similar to that of her parents'.

Five-minute warning for presser start

The Chrisleys' press conference is due to begin in about five minutes.

Alex Little, the attorney for Todd and Julie Chrisley, will be first up on the podium to answer questions.

A Q&A with Todd and his daughter, Savannah, will follow this.

According to a spokesperson, Todd asked for the presser to be put to an end if any disrespectful questions are asked.

WATCH: Chrisleys set to speak momentarily after Trump pardon

Reality stars Todd and Julie Chrisley, along with their family, will address the media momentarily following Trump's pardon.

The stars, best known for their reality show "Chrisley Knows Best," were released from prison on Wednesday after being convicted of fraud, tax evasion, and conspiracy to defraud the U.S following their conviction in 2022.

Watch here and follow along for updates.

US inflation gauge slows as Trump tariffs have yet to push prices higher

A key measure of inflation in the US showed signs of easing in April, with consumer prices rising more slowly despite Trump's tariffs on imports. The Commerce Department reported that overall prices increased 2.1% compared to a year earlier, down from 2.3% in March, marking the lowest inflation rate since September.

Core inflation, which excludes food and energy, rose 2.5% year-over-year, also down from 2.7% in March and the smallest increase in over four years. Monthly price gains were modest, with overall and core prices up just 0.1% from March to April.

While prices for durable goods rose 0.5%, consumers slowed their spending on these items, possibly anticipating higher costs from tariffs. Overall consumer spending increased only 0.2% in April, a drop from 0.7% in March, signaling caution amid rising prices.

Despite these trends, economists warn inflation may rise again later this year as businesses pass on the costs of tariffs to consumers. Retailers like Walmart and Best Buy have announced upcoming price increases linked to the duties, and companies such as E.L.F. Beauty and Costco have also raised prices or absorbed costs selectively.

A recent court ruling declared most of Trump's tariffs unlawful, but they remain in place during appeals, creating uncertainty about the future impact on prices. Meanwhile, incomes rose 0.8% in April, partly due to higher Social Security benefits for some retirees.

Federal Reserve officials say inflation remains above their 2% target and monitor the effects of tariffs and economic conditions as they decide on future interest rate moves.

Supreme Court clears way for Trump to end legal protections for migrants

The Supreme Court on Friday allowed the Trump administration to revoke temporary legal protections for hundreds of thousands of migrants, potentially exposing nearly one million people to deportation.

The decision lifts a lower-court order that had preserved humanitarian parole for more than 500,000 migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela. In a separate case, the court also cleared the way for ending protections for 350,000 Venezuelans.

Trump has promised mass deportations and has moved to roll back Biden-era immigration policies. His administration appealed to the high court after a federal judge blocked the effort to cancel the program.

In a dissent, Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson said the ruling would "have the lives of half a million migrants unravel all around us." The case returns to the 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for further review.

Xi Jinping's daughter faces call to be deported from US

Chinese President Xi Jinping's daughter is facing calls to be deported by far-right conservative commentator Laura Loomer.

Xi Jinping's daughter, Xi Mingze, graduated from Harvard University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology in 2014.

Loomer said that Xi Mingze still resides in Massachusetts as a foreign student. However, there is no publicly available evidence that she remains in the U.S. The New Yorker reported in 2015 that after graduating from Harvard University Xi Mingze returned to China and has maintained a low profile since.

"DEPORT XI JINPING'S DAUGHTER!" Loomer said in a post to X, formerly Twitter.

"She lives in Massachusetts and went to Harvard! Sources tell me PLA guards from the CCP provide her with private security on US soil in Massachusetts!"

Loomer tagged key figures in the current U.S. administration, including President Donald Trump. She did not provide evidence for these claims or say what her sources were.

Newsweek has contacted Harvard University, the Chinese Embassy in Washington DC, and Loomer for comment.

Read the full story by Billal Rahman on Newsweek.

Duffy says Newark airport delays will improve, Doocy pushes back

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said he's working to improve delays at Newark Liberty International Airport, telling Fox News he had to drive instead of fly due to issues at the busy hub.

"I was gonna fly up, but we had a little delay at Newark, like a lot of people have," Duffy said. "So I actually jumped in the Suburban and drove up. But we're working on Newark. It's gonna get a lot better. Improvements are coming."

Host Steve Doocy pressed him, responding, "That's what you say." Then, Duffy replied, "You don't believe me?"

Todd and Julie Chrisley to speak publicly after Trump pardon

Todd and Julie Chrisley will speak publicly on Friday for the first time since Trump has granted them full pardons. The former reality TV stars, known for "Chrisley Knows Best," were released from federal prison this week and have returned home to Nashville.

The couple was convicted in 2022 of bank fraud and tax evasion. Prosecutors accused them of faking documents to secure over $30 million in loans and evading taxes while flaunting a lavish lifestyle. Todd was sentenced to 12 years, and Julie to seven. Both have denied wrongdoing.

Their daughter, Savannah, had lobbied for clemency, which Trump granted in May. The Chrisleys will address the media Friday morning at a Nashville hotel. A new TV project about the family's legal battle is reportedly underway.

Half the world faced extra month of extreme heat due to climate change

A new analysis estimates that nearly half the global population endured at least one extra month of extreme heat over the past year due to climate change linked to human activity, per the Associated Press.

The report covers May 2024 to May 2025 and highlights regions like Puerto Rico as among the hardest hit by prolonged high temperatures.

The findings arrive as the Trump administration continues to expand fossil fuel development and dismantle federal climate regulations, further distancing the U.S. from previous environmental policies.

Hegseth says US aims to deter Chinese invasion of Taiwan

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told reporters before flying to Singapore that Washington's policies focus on deterring a Chinese invasion of Taiwan.

"We seek no conflict with anybody, including the Communist Chinese," Hegseth said. "We will stay strong for our interests. And that's a big part of what this trip is all about."

The Trump administration has threatened China with steep tariffs, but questions remain about how firmly the US is committed to defending Taiwan. The island also faces possible 32% American tariffs.

China claims Taiwan as its own, and President Xi Jinping has not ruled out using force. China regularly sends military aircraft, ships, and spy balloons near Taiwan and maintains an aircraft carrier in nearby waters.

Macron warns US against abandoning Ukraine amid China tensions

French President Emmanuel Macron cautioned the US and Indo-Pacific nations Friday against risking a dangerous double standard by focusing on China while potentially abandoning Ukraine. Speaking at a security forum in Singapore, Macron said sidelining Ukraine could weaken US credibility in deterring conflict with China, especially over Taiwan.

Macron emphasized that a firm Indo-Pacific strategy depends on how the West addresses other global challenges, including climate change and the conflict in Gaza. He criticized being told what to do by any one leader, a subtle dig at both Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping.

The forum, marked by heightened US-China tensions, included US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's first appearance and highlighted concerns over China's assertiveness and Russia's war in Ukraine. China sent a lower-level delegation, underscoring diplomatic strains.

Macron stressed France's commitment to a rules-based order in the Indo-Pacific, where it maintains strong ties through overseas territories. After meeting Singapore's prime minister, he said the region should not be forced to choose between the US and China but instead pursue cooperation for shared prosperity and stability.

The conference also addressed ongoing regional conflicts and humanitarian crises, including violence on the Thai-Cambodian border and recent clashes between nuclear-armed India and Pakistan.

Soldier pardoned by Trump shares 'Plandemic' conspiracy image

A soldier pardoned by President Donald Trump shared an image associated with COVID conspiracy theories on his social media when thanking the president for his pardon.

Former 1st Lieutenant Mark Bashaw was discharged from the Army in 2023 after being found guilty of refusing to obey orders around COVID-19 prevention in 2022. His official offense was listed as "violation of lawful orders," and although he was convicted, he was not sent to prison.

Bashaw has been contacted for comment via email to his cryptocurrency company.

The Trump administration, which oversaw the initial response to COVID-19 in the U.S, including the rapid research and development of vaccines in 2020, has been working to reinstate military members who refused the COVID-19 vaccine, while firing transgender military personnel.

The COVID-19 pandemic has killed 1.2 million Americans since 2020 according to the World Health Organization, and approximately 300 Americans are still dying every week from COVID infections due in part to low vaccine rates and difficulties accessing medication.

Read the full story by Sophia Clark on Newsweek.

Trump says China violated trade deal he made to 'save' its economy

Trump said on Truth Social that China has "totally violated" a trade agreement he brokered to stabilize its economy after U.S. tariffs caused what he described as "civil unrest."

Liberty Justice Center senior counsel defends challenge to Trump tariffs in CNN interview

Today on CNN, anchor Rahel Solomon interviewed Reilly Stephens, senior counsel at the Liberty Justice Center, the nonprofit litigation firm representing small businesses challenging Trump's Liberation Day tariffs.

Stephens responded to a recent appeals court decision allowing the tariffs to remain in place while litigation continues, calling it a procedural delay. "We still think that the Court of International Trade's decision was incredibly strong," he said.

He argued that trade deficits do not qualify as a national emergency under the 1977 law the administration invoked, calling them "perfectly ordinary." Stephens also expressed hope the Supreme Court would reject what he called a vague and expansive interpretation of presidential power over tariffs.

Trump touts Nippon Steel investment in U.S. Steel at Pennsylvania rally

Trump is holding a rally in Pennsylvania on Friday to promote a deal that will keep U.S. Steel under American control, despite the Japanese firm Nippon Steel's planned investment.

While Trump once vowed to block Nippon's $14.9 billion bid to buy the Pittsburgh-based company, he now supports what he described as a "partial ownership" arrangement. Details remain unclear; neither U.S. Steel nor Nippon has confirmed a finalized deal.

Trump said the agreement would preserve U.S. jobs and ensure American oversight, a priority for his administration as it pushes to protect domestic manufacturing. Reports suggest the arrangement would include a board led mainly by Americans and a "golden share" allowing the U.S. government to veto decisions.

Still, the United Steelworkers union and some lawmakers have voiced skepticism, questioning whether the revised plan differs meaningfully from the original proposal.

Despite the uncertainty, Trump presents the potential partnership as a win for national security and workers in key states like Pennsylvania, where the steel industry remains politically and economically significant.

Mike Pence accuses Donald Trump of ignoring Constitution

Former Vice President Mike Pence has accused President Donald Trump of supplanting Congress' constitutional authority over trade and commerce, following a federal court ruling that sought to void the majority of his tariffs.

"The Constitution gives Congress the power to levy taxes and tariffs," Pence wrote on X, formerly Twitter. "Article 1, Section 8 provides that the Congress 'shall have Power To lay and collect Taxes, Duties, Imposts and Excises.'"

"The president has no authority in the Constitution to unilaterally impose tariffs without an act of Congress," he added.

Newsweek has contacted the White House for comment outside regular hours.

Read the full story by Hugh Cameron on Newsweek.

Trump to host Musk at White House as DOGE tenure ends

President Donald Trump will appear alongside Elon Musk at a White House event Friday afternoon, marking the end of Musk's role as a "special government employee" leading the Department of Government Efficiency.

Trump announced the 1:30 p.m. ET media event on Truth Social, praising Musk as "terrific" and saying, "he will, always, be with us, helping all the way."

Musk's 130-day term, the maximum allowed for such appointments within a calendar year, formally ended Wednesday. The Tesla and SpaceX CEO confirmed his departure in a post on X, expressing frustration over a new domestic spending package backed by Trump.