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Trump did what today?

4/17/2026

House extends surveillance powers for 10 days

  • The House voted to extend a surveillance program until April 30.
  • Republicans had wanted longer extensions, but those failed.
  • This program allows the government to monitor foreign communications.
  • There are concerns about privacy for Americans interacting with targeted foreigners.
  • Debate continues over needing court approval to access Americans' data.

Families left reeling after hospitals in blue states drop transgender care for youth

  • Families are upset as some hospitals stop offering care for transgender youth.
  • A mother moved her family to a more supportive environment in Massachusetts.
  • They faced challenges getting necessary gender-affirming treatment.
  • New policies from the Trump administration caused hospitals to drop care.
  • Families are looking for alternative clinics that still provide support.

Trump nominates former Coast Guard doctor as CDC chief

  • President Trump has nominated Dr. Erica Schwartz to lead the CDC.
  • She has a background as a military physician and served in previous administration roles.
  • The CDC has been without a confirmed leader for most of Trump's term.
  • Other key appointments were announced alongside Schwartz's nomination.
  • Senate approval is needed for the nomination.

Trump rails against court decision that once again stalls his White House ballroom project

  • A judge's ruling continues to block above-ground construction of a ballroom at the White House.
  • Trump criticized the judge for delaying the project, calling him biased.
  • Only below-ground work on security measures can continue.
  • The project has faced legal and public opposition from preservation groups.
  • The administration plans to appeal the judge's decision.

Logjam of U.S. immigration applications puts millions at greater risk of deportation

  • Millions of immigrants face long waits for their legal status changes.
  • The Department of Homeland Security is taking longer to process applications.
  • Nearly 12 million immigration applications are currently pending.
  • The backlog has grown significantly since Trump's second term began.
  • This situation increases the risk of deportation for many immigrants.