Trump, Donald J

• Venezuela Announces the Release of Political Prisoners - The release, which was expected to happen later on Thursday, offers the first gesture of conciliation under an interim government, even as arrests and crackdowns continue.
• An Oval Office Viewing - During an interview with our reporters, President Trump discussed a video of an ICE agent fatally shooting a woman in Minneapolis.
• We Pressed Trump on His Conclusion About the ICE Shooting in Minneapolis. Here’s What He Said. - The exchange was a glimpse into the president’s reflexive defense of his federal crackdown on immigration.
• The Smithsonian Faces New Pressure to Submit to Trump’s Will - The institution, long regarded as independent, is facing a White House deadline to hand over records about its content and will see turnover that could reshape its governing board.
• U.S. Trade Deficit Fell to Lowest Level Since 2009 in October, Data Show - The monthly trade deficit continued to shrink after President Trump imposed sweeping tariffs on foreign imports.
• Colombia’s President Feared a U.S. Attack. Then Trump Called. - The conversation appeared to defuse a crisis that erupted after President Trump said military action against Colombia “sounds good.” President Gustavo Petro spoke to The New York Times just before the call.
• The Latest on the ICE Killing in Minneapolis, and a Shadow Fleet of Oil Tankers - Plus, President Trump sits down with The Times.
• Trump Says U.S. Oversight of Venezuela Could Last For Years - In a wide-ranging interview with The New York Times on Wednesday, President Trump said “only time will tell” when it comes to how long the United States aims to control the country.
• When It Comes to Russia, Trump Navigates Conflicting Goals - President Trump’s efforts to court President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia are rife with contradictions about stability and displays of American power.
• Steny Hoyer, Longest-Serving House Democrat, to Retire From Congress - The Maryland congressman, who served as one of his party’s top leaders, plans to depart after nearly half a century in Congress, as his party looks toward generational change.