Tom Howell Jr.
Articles by Tom Howell Jr.
Trump dismisses report on 120K-troop Iran plan: ‘Fake news’
President Trump attacked as "fake news" a report Tuesday saying the Defense Department revised plans for sending up to 120,000 troops to the Middle East, should Iran attack American forces or speed up its work on nuclear weapons. Published May 14, 2019
Donald Trump: U.S. in a ‘little squabble’ with China
President Trump showed no signs of backing down Tuesday from his trade dispute with China, saying America will "always win" and that he's seriously considering additional tariffs on $325 billion worth of imports. Published May 14, 2019
Donald Trump prepares more tariffs as China retaliates
Stocks plunged in trading Monday after China announced retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods and as prospects for a deal to avert a trade war seemed more remote. Published May 13, 2019
Donald Trump heaps praise on Viktor Orban of Hungary during White House visit
President Trump praised visiting Hungarian leader Viktor Orban for his tough stance on immigration and defense of Christianity in the first White House visit by a Hungarian prime minister in 14 years. Published May 13, 2019
Jimmy Carter resting ‘comfortably’ after breaking hip in fall
Former President Jimmy Carter is recovering "comfortably" from surgery after he fell and broke his hip at his Georgia home, his nonprofit said Monday. Published May 13, 2019
Donald Trump commends Viktor Orban, Hungary’s PM: ‘You’ve kept your country safe’
President Trump praised Hungary's leader, Viktor Orban, for his tough stance on immigration in the first White House visit by a Hungarian prime minister in 14 years. Published May 13, 2019
Trump to hold MAGA rally in Pa. next week
President Trump will hold a campaign rally next week in Pennsylvania, a state critical to his reelection hopes. Published May 13, 2019
China hits back in escalating trade war, announces tariffs on $60B of U.S. goods
China struck back Monday in its escalating trade war with the U.S., saying it intends to raise tariffs on $60 billion worth of American products starting June 1. Published May 13, 2019
Mike Pence tells Christian students to resist ‘secular left’
Vice President Mike Pence on Saturday elevated President Trump as a defender of religious freedom and told Liberty University graduates to muscle through criticism from the "secular left" as they live out their Christian faith, saying they'll "be blessed" for it. Published May 11, 2019
Donald Trump hikes tariffs on Chinese imports, as ‘congenial’ talks resume
President Trump said he's in no rush to reach a trade deal with China as he raised tariffs on $200 billion of its imports Friday, reanimating a trade war that appeared to be waning and unnerving lawmakers and retailers who say the change in tack will harm American consumers. Published May 10, 2019
America First Action super PAC waiting for right time to battle against 2020 Democratic field
America First Action is embracing its role as President Trump's chief wingman, saying it plans to boost his policies such as a rewrite of the North American Free Trade Agreement while keeping its powder dry on attacks against the 2020 Democratic field. Published May 9, 2019
Donald Trump fetes ‘unstoppable’ Red Sox at White House
President Trump celebrated the 2018 World Series champions, the Boston Red Sox, at the White House in a jovial ceremony overshadowed in part by the racial divide among those who decided to show up. Published May 9, 2019
Patrick Shanahan to be nominated as defense secretary
President Trump intends to nominate Patrick M. Shanahan as his permanent defense secretary, elevating him from an acting role, the White House said Wednesday. Published May 9, 2019
Donald Trump urges Congress to end ‘surprise billing’ of hospital, ER patients
President Trump wants Congress to thwart "surprise" medical bills that slam patients who seek the nearest ER in an emergency or carefully select a hospital, only to confront an out-of-network doctor who demands huge amounts for their services. Published May 9, 2019
Donald Trump sets sights on 2020 at Panama City Beach, Florida, rally
President Trump had his eye cast clearly on 2020 at his rally Wednesday in Panama City Beach, Florida, dissecting Democrats' large field of candidates and pleading with them to settle on a nominee quickly. Published May 8, 2019
Trump tells Panama City Beach, Florida rally: ‘You’re getting your money’
President Trump said Wednesday he saved a storm-ravaged military base in Florida and plans to help the panhandle fully recover from Hurricane Michael, though accused Capitol Hill Democrats and "unfair" Puerto Rican leaders of holding up additional aid. Published May 8, 2019
Trump, Argentine President Macri discuss economy, regional issues
President Trump and Argentine President Mauricio Macri discussed economic reform and "regional challenges" by phone on Wednesday, the White House said. Published May 8, 2019
White House hits Iran with new round of sanctions
The White House on Wednesday marked the one-year anniversary of President Trump's withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal by imposing sanctions on the Islamic Republic's industrial metals, a vital economic sector beyond its rich oil resources. Published May 8, 2019
China says it will hit back if Donald Trump raises tariffs
Chinese officials said Wednesday they are prepared to retaliate if President Trump carries out his threat to increase tariffs on $200 billion worth of Beijing's exports to the U.S. Published May 8, 2019
Mick Mulvaney: Balance of federal power is ‘out of whack’
The balance of power between the legislative and the executive branches is "out of whack," White House Chief of Staff Mick Mulvaney said Wednesday, with lawmakers ceding power to bureaucrats where they shouldn't and stomping on the president's turf when they should butt out. Published May 8, 2019
