First Thing: Trump doubles down on rift with Germany, Italy and Spain amid war on Iran
Donald Trump criticized Germany, Italy, and Spain for not supporting his administration's actions against Iran, threatening to withdraw U.S. troops from the latter two countries. The remarks came during an Oval Office event amid broader tensions with NATO allies over military involvement in the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, domestic developments included a foiled assassination attempt at the White House dinner and internal conflicts at CBS News over editorial decisions.
- ▪Donald Trump threatened to withdraw U.S. troops from Italy and Spain due to their lack of support in the conflict with Iran.
- ▪German Chancellor Friedrich Merz criticized the U.S. for being 'humiliated' by Iran, prompting Trump's backlash.
- ▪A Senate Democrat accused Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth of exaggerating the success of the war effort in Iran.
- ▪Federal prosecutors released security footage showing suspect Cole Tomas Allen attempting to enter the White House dinner with a weapon.
- ▪60 Minutes journalist Sharyn Alfonsi raised concerns about corporate interference at CBS News after her Venezuela segment was delayed.
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Doanld Trump speaking to reporters in the Oval Office on Thursday. Photograph: Andrew Harnik/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenDoanld Trump speaking to reporters in the Oval Office on Thursday. Photograph: Andrew Harnik/Getty ImagesFirst Thing newsletterUS newsFirst Thing: Trump doubles down on rift with Germany, Italy and Spain amid war on IranThe US president has criticised Germany’s chancellor, Friedrich Merz, and raised the prospect of pulling US troops from Italy and Spain.
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