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Main article: Donald Trump achievements: Foreign policy

This article is a list of achievements by U.S. President Donald Trump, his administration, and Congress related to his foreign policy in 2017.

President Trump was observed early in his presidency to have adopted a strong^[1] and unpredictable^[2] foreign policy and was described as having made a "consequential impact" on foreign policy early on.^[3] This was as opposed to Barack Obama's foreign policy.^[4] As the North Korean vice-foreign minister stated, Trump's foreign policy was "more vicious and more aggressive" than that of Obama.^[5] President Trump also shook the global establishment through his foreign policy.^[6] President Trump implemented his America First philosophy into his foreign policy,^[7]^[8] and he emphasized the issue of sovereignty.^[9]^[10]

By May 2017, Trump had "hit most, if not all, of the notes he wanted to on a broad range of issues" and was more ambitious than Obama had been at the same point in his presidency.^[11] Even the liberal CNN admitted that President Trump's foreign policy made several achievements in 2017.^[12]

For foreign policy achievements related to trade policy, see Donald Trump achievements: Trade policy. For foreign policy achievements related to environmental policy, see Donald Trump achievements: Energy and environmental policy. For military operations targeting terrorist groups and individuals, see Donald Trump achievements: Military, national security, and anti-terrorism.

Legislation signed, 2017

August 2, 2017—President Trump signed a bill into law that, despite its flaws, enacted additional sanctions against Russia, Iran, and North Korea.^[13]

Executive actions, 2017

United Nations and U.S. sovereignty

The Trump Administration adopted a more critical stance toward the United Nations than the Obama Administration.^[14] Here are some of the actions the Trump Administration took related to the UN:

March 2017—After the UN Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia authored a destructive and anti-Semitic^[15] report against Israel, the report and agency were strongly criticized by the United States and UN Ambassador Nikki Haley, and the executive director of the commission resigned in response.^[16]
April 4, 2017—The Trump Administration halted U.S. funding of the United Nations Population Fund, which has links to inhumane abortion programs such as China's one-child policy. Instead, the $32.5 million was shifted to the U.S. Agency for International Development.^[17]
June 1, 2017—To the dismay of world leaders,^[18] the media,^[19] and other liberals,^[20] and in a major blow to Obama's legacy,^[21] President Trump announced the U.S. would withdraw from the Paris climate agreement and immediately stop its implementation,^[22]^[23]^[24] including by ending payments to the U.N. Green Climate Fund.^[25] In his announcement speech, Trump made clear that "I was elected to represent the citizens of Pittsburgh, not Paris," and that "our withdrawal from the agreement represents a reassertion of America’s sovereignty."^[23]^[26]^[27] (even with U.S. withdrawal, it was still well on its way to deeply reducing admissions^[28]) The Trump Administration formally notified the UN of its intention to withdraw from the agreement on August 4, 2017.^[29]
June 2017—Under pressure from the Trump Administration, the UN cut its peacekeeping budget by $570 million, with the U.S. share of the budget reduced by 7.5%.^[30]
September 19, 2017—President Trump gave a speech^[31] at the United Nations General Assembly in which he strongly advocated for conservative policies and ideals. He strongly advocated for his philosophy of America First^[8]^[32] and for national sovereignty in general,^[9]^[32]^[33]^[34] stating that "as President of the United States I will always put America first," and that "the nation-state remains the best vehicle for elevating the human condition," among other strong statements.^[8] He advocated for keeping refugees in their home countries.^[35] He attacked the ideology of socialism.^[36] He strongly criticized the Iran nuclear deal, calling it an "embarrassment."^[37] To the shock of the mainstream media,^[38] he notably criticized North Korea and its leader, calling him "Rocket Man" and threatening to "totally destroy" the Asian country.^[39] He criticized the UN for letting governments that commit human rights abuses sit on the U.N. Human Rights Council.^[40] Trump stated that he would "stop radical Islamic terrorism," not backing down from using the politically incorrect term.^[41] The speech marked a shift toward a realist and pro-national sovereignty foreign policy.^[34] The next day, Vice President Mike Pence also spoke at the UN, criticizing the institution for its numerous problems^[42] and calling out "radical Islamic terrorism."^[43] The same day that Pence spoke, First Lady Melania Trump spoke out for protecting children,^[44] stating that it is ultimately the parents' responsibility to do so and to raise their children to be moral and love their country,^[45] and she quoted from the Bible.^[46]
October 12, 2017—The Trump Administration announced the U.S. would withdraw from UNESCO because of its anti-Israel bias.^[47] The withdrawal went into effect on December 31, 2018, U.S. time.^[48]
December 2, 2017—The Trump Administration pulled out of the Global Compact on Migration, a United Nations agreement on migration, due to it infringing on U.S. sovereignty and its immigration policies.^[49] U.S. Ambassador Nikki Haley stated that "our decisions on immigration policies must always be made by Americans and Americans alone," and that "the global approach in the New York Declaration is simply not compatible with U.S. sovereignty."^[49]
December 24, 2017—UN Ambassador Nikki Haley announced that the United States would cut its contribution to the UN's 2018–19 budget by $285 million.^[50]

Iran

The Trump Administration took a tougher stance against Iran.^[51] Here are some of the actions taken against the country:

February 3, 2017—After Iran tested a ballistic missile in apparent violation of a UN Security Council resolution, the Trump Administration instituted unilateral economic sanctions against 13 Iranian individuals and 12 companies.^[52]^[53]
May 17, 2017—The Trump Administration imposed additional sanctions on an Iranian national, an Iranian company, a Chinese national, and three Chinese companies (because of Chinese dealings related to Iran's nuclear program).^[54]
July 18, 2017—Despite recertifying the Iran nuclear deal the day earlier,^[55] the Trump Administration imposed sanctions on 18 Iranian individuals and entities for supporting the nation's non-nuclear weapon programs and support for terrorists.^[56]
September 14, 2017—While extending Iran sanctions relief in accordance with the Iran Deal, the Trump Administration imposed new sanctions on eleven Iranian people and companies suspected of supporting the country's ballistic missile program or being involved in cyber-attacks.^[57]
October 13, 2017—President Trump, in a strongly-worded speech,^[58] announced that he would decertify Iran's compliance with the Iran nuclear deal (known formally as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, or JCPOA) and would give Congress time, under the threat of leaving the agreement entirely,^[59] to revise the agreement to make it tougher against Iran.^[60] The Trump Administration announced a new and tougher comprehensive strategy against Iran,^[60] and the Treasury Department enacted terrorism-related sanctions on Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.^[60]^[61]
December 29–31, 2017—In stark contrast to Obama before him,^[62] as well as the UN and European leaders concurrently,^[63] President Trump and his administration did not hesitate to show his full support for Iranian citizens protesting the Iranian governmental regime.^[64] The protests – as well as President Trump's support – extended into 2018.

North Korea

The Trump Administration took several actions against North Korea. The administration took a tougher stance on North Korea than its predecessors, which was bringing positive results by October 2017.^[65] Here are some of the Trump Administration's actions against North Korea:

Early in Trump's presidency, he and his administration took a much tougher tone against North Korea than his predecessors.^[66] In one instance,^[67] President Trump stated that North Korea "will be met with fire, fury and frankly power, the likes of which the world has never seen before" if they did not stop threatening the U.S,^[68] and Trump stated the next day that his comment may not have been tough enough.^[69] The Trump Administration chose to include a military option among a list of potential strategies in United States policy towards North Korea.^[70] North Korea had threatened to attack the U.S. territory of Guam, but after Trump's remarks it backed off from the threat.^[71]
While the deployment was first announced during the Obama Administration, the Trump Administration confirmed it would continue the plans to – and subsequently did – deploy the THAAD missile defense system to South Korea despite China's strong objections.^[72] THAAD was first used on May 14, 2017,^[73] and it was successfully tested on July 11, 2017,^[74] and July 30, 2017.^[75] THAAD was fully deployed on September 7, 2017.^[76]
August 5, 2017—The United States successfully and unanimously passed a resolution in the UN Security Council that established tough sanctions against North Korea that would cut the country's export revenue by a third.^[77]
August 22, 2017—The Trump Administration implemented sanctions on 16 Chinese and Russian individuals and entities for doing business with North Korea.^[78]
September 11, 2017—The United States successfully and unanimously passed another UN Security Council resolution that established new sanctions against North Korea.^[79]
September 21, 2017—President Trump signed an executive order giving the Treasury Department additional authority to sanction entities doing business and "significant trade" with North Korea, including foreign banks.^[80]
November 20, 2017—The Trump Administration officially designated North Korea a state sponsor of terror.^[81] The next day, the Treasury Department enacted additional sanctions on entities doing business with North Korea, including 13 Chinese and North Korean organizations.^[82] These actions increased pressure on North Korea to end its nuclear and missile programs.^[83]

Russia

Despite claims by Democrats and other left-wingers that Trump's presidential campaign "colluded" with Russia, the Trump Administration took several tough actions against Russia, including some that even the Obama Administration avoided.^[84] Here are some of the actions taken against the country:

February 2017—The U.S. government launched a Russian-language TV network, run by Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty and Voice of America, to counter Russian propaganda.^[85]
April 21, 2017—The Trump Administration refused to issue waivers to any companies which wanted to do business with Russia, which was under economic sanctions, including ExxonMobil, which had applied for a waiver.^[86] The day earlier, the Trump Administration announced, in strong language, it was implementing the Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act, which blacklisted certain Russian citizens.^[87]
June 20, 2017—The same day President Trump met with Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko, the U.S. Treasury Department imposed sanctions on 38 Russian individuals and entities involved in the conflict with Ukraine.^[88]
December 21, 2017—The Trump administration approved the export of lethal small arms to Ukraine, including a multimillion-dollar sniper rifle deal – something the Obama Administration refused to do – ramping up its support for the country in the simmering conflict with Russia-backed separatists.^[89]

Cuba

President Trump enacting a tougher policy against Cuba, June 16, 2017

The Trump Administration took actions against Cuba, reversing several – though not all – Obama-era policies by November 2017:^[90]

June 16, 2017—During a speech attended by opponents of Cuba's Communist regime,^[91] President Trump partially reversed Obama's pro-Cuba policies by restricting U.S. travel to Cuba and prohibit financial transactions that benefit the Cuban military.^[92] The Trump Administration implemented the restrictions on November 9, 2017.^[93] In addition, Trump visibly took a much stronger position on Cuba to repatriate American criminal fugitives, including Joanne Chesimard, than Obama had done.^[94]
November 1, 2017—The Trump Administration chose to defend the U.S. embargo on Cuba at the United Nations and vote against resolutions condemning the embargo, reversing an Obama Administration policy.^[95]

Other

The Trump Administration successfully secured the release of several American prisoners held in foreign countries that the Obama Administration did not or could not release.^[96] It played a large role in successfully helping prevent CIA officer Sabrina de Sousa from being extradited to Italy, with the decision coming on March 1, 2017.^[97] On April 21, 2017, Egypt released an Egyptian-American who had been detained for three years.^[98] Additionally, according to the father of Otto Warmbier, who was held hostage in North Korea and then released in June 2017, the Obama Administration did not do enough to secure his release while the Trump Administration did secure his release.^[99] In November 2017, China released three UCLA basketball players from custody for alleged shoplifting after President Trump asked the president of China to release them.^[100]
The Trump Administration enacted numerous sanctions against Venezuela's socialist government in 2017, including on May 18,^[101] July 31,^[102] August 9,^[103] and August 25.^[104]
On March 18, 2017, the Trump Administration successfully forced the G-20 to remove its opposition to protectionism and temper its support for free trade,^[105]^[106] and any mention of climate change^[107]^[108] from its joint statement. Later, in April 2017, the Trump Administration refused to sign the G7 joint statement because the other nations could not agree to include support for nuclear and fossil fuels without support for the Paris climate agreement. The G7, thus, went without a joint statement.^[109]^[110]

President Trump being briefed on April 6, 2017 concerning a military strike on Syria.

April 6, 2017—After the Syrian government used chemical weapons on its people, President Trump ordered a one-time airstrike against a Syrian air base, firing 60 cruise missiles at it.^[111] The U.S. destroyed about 20 Syrian jet planes and caused extremely heavy damage on the base.^[112] Defense Secretary James Mattis stated the attacks destroyed 20% of Syria's operational aircraft.^[113] As even the New York Times reported, Trump's action was a show of U.S. strength, and it was in stark contrast to Obama, as Trump used surprise and speed in the attacks.^[114] World leaders supported the strong action.^[115] This was the first direct military action the U.S. took against the Assad regime.^[116] On April 23, 2017, in response to the chemical attacks, the Trump Administration put sanctions on 271 employees of Syria's Scientific Studies and Research Center, which supported the nation's chemical weapons program.^[117] On June 18, 2017, the United States shot down a Syrian aircraft for the first time,^[118] and in response to Russia's warnings, stated that it would do whatever in its national and military interests.^[119]

President Trump welcomed in Saudi Arabia, May 2017.

President Trump visits the Western Wall, May 2017.

May 2017—President Trump embarked on an ambitious foreign trip, where he, among other accomplishments, visited the heartlands of the three Abrahamic religions, challenging the Muslim world to get serious about defeating Islamic terrorism, challenging the European leaders to contribute more to NATO.^[11]^[120]^[121]^[122] While in the Middle East, Trump strengthened the United States's traditional alliances with Israel.^[123] His trip was described as one that "flipped traditional U.S. foreign policy upside down."^[124] Here are some highlights and additional achievements of the trip:
- May 22–23, 2017—The second country President Trump visited was Israel, and his trip marked the first time a U.S. president visited the country on their first foreign trip.^[125] He visited the country on the 50th anniversary of the Six-Day War and Israel's capture of Jerusalem.^[126] His flight from Saudi Arabia to Israel was one of the rare flights taken between the two countries and the first of a U.S. president to fly from the former to the latter.^[127] A major suicide bombing occurred in the United Kingdom during the visit, and Trump denied recognition to the attacker^[128] and other Islamic terrorists by calling them "losers."^[129] Although not moving the U.S. embassy to Jerusalem as hoped,^[130] President Trump became the first sitting U.S. President to visit the Western Wall,^[131] and the Administration stated that the Trump was in "Jerusalem, Israel."^[132] President Trump did not mention anything about a Palestinian state, a two-state solution, or about Israeli settlements.^[133] It was also reported that the U.S. increased defense funding for Israel by $75 million.^[134]
- May 25, 2017—At the 2017 NATO summit, President Trump strongly stated his position that the other NATO member states should meet their expected contributions to the organization.^[135]
- May 26–27, 2017—At the 2017 G7 conference, President Trump focused on terrorism rather than climate change, as the other European leaders wished.^[136] Much to the consternation of the G7 world leaders,^[137] who lobbied for President Trump to accept the Paris climate agreement, Trump stood firm and refused to pledge commitment to the accords^[138] so he could still deliberate over whether to stay in it.^[139] (Trump ultimately announced, on June 1, 2017, that the U.S. would leave the agreement and cease implementing it^[24]). President Trump was also reported as having refused to sign a declaration that stated the benefits as well as "pitfalls" of immigration.^[140]^[141]
- May 27, 2017—President Trump concluded his trip by speaking to U.S. soldiers,^[142] as opposed to holding a press conference.^[143]

President Trump giving his speech in Poland, July 2017.

President Trump holding a bilateral meeting with Polish President Andrzej Duda, July 2017.

President Trump meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, July 2017.

July 5–8, 2017—President Trump made his second foreign trip, this time to Poland and Germany. President Trump promoted his "America First" policies during his trip.^[144]^[145] He and is actions during the trip were also the target of liberal mainstream media bias.^[146]^[147] Here are some highlights and achievements of the trip:
- July 6, 2017—Ahead of the G-20 conference, President Trump traveled to Poland, the first European nation to receive an official visit from the president.^[148] Trump's decision to visit Poland immediately before the G-20 summit was seen as a sign of support for its conservative and Euroskeptic government.^[149]^[150]^[151] Trump met with Polish President Andrzej Duda and stated that "we’ve never been closer to Poland than we are right now."^[152] He attended the Three Seas Initiative, an alliance of 12 nations in Central and Eastern Europe, and promoted the U.S. as an energy exporter.^[153]
- On July 6, 2017, President Trump gave a major policy address^[154]^[155]^[156] in front of 15,000 supporters^[149]^[157] in front of the famous Warsaw Uprising Monument.^[158] He promoted conservative, Christian, America First, and nationalistic values in his speech.^[155]^[156]^[159]^[160]^[161] Trump took a strong stance against terrorism in his speech, stating that "our borders will always be closed to terrorism and extremism of any kind."^[162] He strongly stood up for Western values^[160]^[163] and asked "Do we have the confidence in our values to defend them at any cost? Do we have enough respect for our citizens to protect our borders? Do we have the courage to preserve our civilisation in the face of those who would subvert and destroy it?"^[164] Reaffirming American NATO duties and military support for Poland, he spoke highly of Poland for meeting its NATO spending pledge.^[162]^[165]^[166] While taking a reasonable stance regarding Russia,^[167] Trump criticized "destabilizing" Russian activities such as supporting hostile regimes.^[150]^[165]^[168] Trump took a strong stance against government bureaucracy and regulations, warning against "the steady creep of government bureaucracy that drains the vitality and wealth of the people" and stating that "the West became great not because of paperwork and regulations but because people were allowed to chase their dreams and pursue their destinies....we put faith and family, not government and bureaucracy, at the center of our lives."^[150]^[165]^[169] Trump defended Christian and Roman Catholic faith, stating that "the people of Poland, the people of America, and the people of Europe still cry out ‘We want God’."^[170]^[171] According to numerous conservative commentators, President Trump's speech marked a "clean break" with Obama's foreign policy philosophy, replacing them with his America First doctrine,^[172] and he placed "matters of identity, culture, faith and sovereignty over democracy", unlike liberal globalists.^[173] He received generally good reviews for the speech,^[174] even from some critics.^[156] It was reported that the Polish government's dropped its concerns over President Trump's perceived friendly relations with Russia after the speech.^[175]
- July 7–8, 2017—Going into the G-20 summit, President Trump displayed strong support for his America First philosophy and criticized the Paris climate agreement.^[176] At the summit,^[177] President Trump met numerous world leaders,^[178] most notably Russian President Vladimir Putin.^[179] After Trump's meeting with Putin, both countries announced a ceasefire in Syria's war.^[180] In the final G-20 common statement, the Trump Administration, which was ideologically opposed by the other G-20 nations, successfully received concessions from them in regards to climate policy, with the statement acknowledging the U.S.'s intention to withdraw from the Paris agreement and including language on the nation's intention to promote clean fossil fuels internationally,^[145]^[181] and trade.^[145]^[182] (The Trump Administration stated it achieved many of its goals in the statement^[183]). Despite mainstream media bias that the U.S. "abandoned" or "left" its position of leadership,^[147] the U.S. actually strengthened its position of leadership by pushing his conservative, America First agenda rather than following the consensus of the other G-20 countries.^[184] Although symbolic, President Trump wore an American flag pin, being the only world leader not to wear the G20 pin which had globalist symbolism.^[185]
July 11, 2017—In an attempt to solve a diplomatic crisis between Qatar and several other Persian Gulf nations, the U.S. and Qatar signed an agreement for Qatar to increase its counterterrorism measures and to end funding for terrorist groups.^[186]
Despite trying to work with China over North Korea,^[187] the Trump Administration took numerous steps to counter and confront the nation.^[188] The Trump Administration's national security strategy also took a tough stance on China,^[189] and the administration, consistent with the Taiwan Relations Act, approved a $1.4 billion arms sale to Taiwan in mid-2017.^[190]
It was reported in July 2017 that the Trump Administration had ended a CIA program to arm "moderate" Syrian rebels, an ineffective program that had been criticized by conservatives.^[191] As it ended this program, President Trump also approved a plan to arm the Kurdish YPG in order to defeat ISIS, a program that saw real results based on the Syrian Democratic Forces victories against the Islamic terrorist group later that year.^[192]
August 21, 2017—While many nationalist conservatives noted the how President Trump's plan for conducting the War in Afghanistan went against his America First campaign positions and being similar to Obama's plan,^[193] President Trump, unlike Obama, chose to pursue a realist foreign policy, rejecting timetables for the war and choosing to focus on killing terrorists while rejecting "nation building."^[194]
November 5–14, 2017—President Trump traveled to Japan, South Korea, China, Vietnam, and the Philippines. He emphasized his America First philosophy during and after this trip.^[195] Here are some highlights of the trip:
- November 6, 2017—In Japan, President Trump voiced support for tough, America First trade policies and criticized the previous administration's policy.^[196] When meeting Japan's emperor, President Trump did not bow as Obama did in 2009.^[197]
- November 9, 2017—President Trump stated that he did not blame China for understandably taking advantage of the U.S. in helping create America's massive trade deficit with China, as U.S. leaders should not have allowed themselves to have been taken advantage of in the first place.^[198]
- November 10, 2017—In Vietnam, President Trump spoke at the APEC summit being held there. He voiced strong support for tough, America First trade policies as well as for national sovereignty in general, and he criticized unfair trade practices, previous U.S. trade policy, and the World Trade Organization.^[199]
December 6, 2017—In a historic move that went against the international global establishment,^[200] President Trump reversed decades of United States policy by officially recognizing Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and ordering the U.S. State Department to begin the process of moving the U.S. Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem.^[201] While previous presidents refused to declare Jerusalem as Israel's capital despite saying they would during election campaigns, President Trump actually kept his promise.^[202] On December 18, 2017, the United States vetoed a UN Security Council resolution condemning the decision, the first time the U.S. made such a veto in six years.^[203] The United States officially moved its Israeli embassy to Jerusalem in May 2018.^[204]

Other achievements, 2017

President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping meet at Mar-a-Lago, April 7, 2017

While the following achievements were not official United States government policy actions by the Trump Administration, they were closely related to the Trump Administration and its policies:

President Trump strongly urged the other NATO members to increase their defense spending in order to meet their spending pledges. In late-June 2017, it was reported that Europe's NATO countries would increase their defense spending at the fastest pace in three years.^[205]
It was reported in early July 2017 that President Trump had held about 50% more face-to-face meetings with foreign leaders than President Obama did during the same part of his presidency, "not including summits, the UN, or the Palestinian Authority," indicating that despite critics' claims of a more "isolationist" foreign policy, Trump started out his presidency with an active foreign policy in addition to his America First philosophy.^[206] In his first six months in office, President Trump had three foreign trips and held 47 bilateral meetings with foreign leaders along with 102 phone calls with foreign heads of state.^[207] At the same time, President Trump became the first president since Calvin Coolidge to not host a state dinner in his first year in office.^[208] The first state visit the administration hosted was in April 2018 for French President Emmanuel Macron.^[209]

Setbacks, 2017

The following setbacks to the MAGA agenda were often caused by Congress or officials in the Trump Administration, rather than President Trump himself. Some of them can also be considered partial achievements.

March and April, 2017—President Trump and the U.S. Senate approved Montenegro's accession into NATO, over Russia's objections, requiring the U.S. to defend yet another foreign power and undermining the constitutional provision that gives Congress the power to declare war.^[210]
May 20–21, 2017—President Trump visited Saudi Arabia, the first country he visited abroad as U.S. President. He signed a $110 billion arms deal with Saudi Arabia, with another $350 billion of arms for the following 10 years.^[211] American and Saudi businesses signed similar agreements on the same day, with billions of dollars to be invested in the U.S.^[212] President Trump also gave a major speech^[213] to leaders of 50 Islamic world leaders challenging them to fight Islamic terror. During the speech, he failed to make a single reference to Saudi Arabia's sponsoring of terrorism, instead opting to focus on Iran, whose sponsoring of terrorism is dwarfed by that of Saudi Arabia. ^[214]
Obama holdovers remained in key State Department positions well into Trump's presidency, and the administration and the U.S. Senate went at a slow pace at nominating and confirming officials to the department.^[215]

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- Singman, Brooke (June 1, 2017). Paris Agreement on climate change: Washington reacts to US pullout. Fox News. Retrieved June 1, 2017.
- Mason, Ian (June 1, 2017). Meltdown: Left Goes Apocalyptic over Trump Paris Decision, ACLU Calls It ‘Assault on Communities of Color’. Breitbart News. Retrieved June 2, 2017.
- Shaw, Adam (June 2, 2017). Liberal Cities React to Trump’s Paris Decision by Shining Green Lights on Buildings. Breitbart News. Retrieved June 2, 2017.
- Pandolfo, Chris (June 1, 2017). Liberals are losing their minds over Trump’s climate decision. Conservative Review. Retrieved June 2, 2017.
↑ Wolfgang, Ben (June 1, 2017). Trump eviscerates Obama’s Paris legacy. The Washington Times. Retrieved June 1, 2017.
↑ Chakraborty, Barnini (June 1, 2017). Paris Agreement on climate change: US withdraws as Trump calls it 'unfair'. Fox News. Retrieved June 1, 2017.
↑ ^23.0 ^23.1 Moons, Michelle (June 1, 2017). Trump: U.S. Will Withdraw from Paris Climate Accord. Breitbart News. Retrieved June 1, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Easley, Jonathan (June 2, 2017). Trump cements 'America First' doctrine with Paris withdrawal. The Hill. Retrieved June 2, 2017.
- Stokols, Eli (June 2, 2017). Donald Trump Withdraws From Paris Climate Deal Despite Allies’ Opposition. The Wall Street Journal. Retrieved January 20, 2019.
↑ Volcovici, Valerie; Mason, Jeff (June 1, 2017). Trump abandons global climate pact; allies voice dismay. Reuters. Retrieved June 1, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Mason, Ian (June 1, 2017). Trump: Time to Put Ohio, Michigan, and Pennsylvania Before Paris. Breitbart News. Retrieved June 2, 2017.
- Newman, Alex (June 1, 2017). With Nod to Sovereignty, Trump Dumps UN “Climate” Regime. The New American. Retrieved January 3, 2017.
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Despite mockery from liberals due to the fact that the mayor of the city of Pittsburgh supported the Paris accord, Trump won the Pittsburgh metro area:
- Lee, Tony (June 4, 2017). CityLab Analysis: Trump Actually Won Pittsburgh Metropolitan Area. Breitbart News. Retrieved June 5, 2017.
↑ Wolfgang, Ben (June 21, 2017). Who needs Paris? U.S. is well on its way to lower emissions with economic, technological changes. The Washington Times. Retrieved June 22, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- US formally tells UN it wants out of Paris climate accord. Fox News (from the Associated Press). August 4, 2017. Retrieved August 4, 2017.
- US Formally Withdraws From Paris Climate Agreement. Voice of America. August 4, 2017. Retrieved August 4, 2017.
- Volcovici, Valerie (August 4, 2017). U.S. submits formal notice of withdrawal from Paris climate pact. Reuters. Retrieved August 4, 2017.
- Shaw, Adam (August 6, 2017). U.S. Formally Notifies U.N. of Intention to Withdraw from Paris Climate Agreement. Breitbart News. Retrieved August 7, 2017.
The United States stated it would continue to take part in climate talks in order to protect its interests:
- Fontemaggi, Francesco (August 5, 2017). US to join climate talks despite Paris accord exit. The Times of Israel. Retrieved August 4, 2017.
See also:
- Delingpole, James (October 25, 2019). Delingpole: Quitting the Paris Climate Accord Is Trump’s Most Important Achievement. Breitbart News. Retrieved October 25, 2019.
- Varney, James (January 20, 2019). Conservatives want more permanent exit from Paris climate accord. The Washington Times. Retrieved January 20, 2019.
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Multiple references:
- Lederer, Edith M. (June 30, 2017). UN agrees to cut peacekeeping budget, a reduction US sought. Fox News (from the Associated Press). Retrieved July 5, 2018.
- Besheer, Margaret (June 30, 2017). UN Peacekeeping Budget Cut By $600 Million. Voice of America. July 5, 2018.
- UN Agrees To $570 Million Cut In Peacekeeping Missions Under U.S. Pressure. Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty. July 1, 2017. Retrieved July 5, 2018.
- Nichols, Michelle (June 29, 2017). U.N. states agree $7.3 bln peacekeeping budget, U.S. share cut 7.5 pct. Reuters. Retrieved July 5, 2018.
The Trump Administration's goals at the beginning of negotiations:
- US Aims to Trim its UN Peacekeeping Bill After Trump's Calls to Slash. Voice of America (from Reuters). June 9, 2017. Retrieved July 5, 2018.
See also:
- Trump Gets the U.N. to Cut Spending. The Wall Street Journal. January 1, 2018. Retrieved July 5, 2018.
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Multiple references:
- President Trump Remarks at United Nations General Assembly. C-SPAN. September 19, 2017. Retrieved September 25, 2019.
- FULL SPEECH: Trump's UN General Assembly debut. The Hill. September 19, 2017. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
See also:
- Stanage, Niall (September 19, 2017). The Memo: Five takeaways from Trump’s UN speech. The Hill. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
↑ ^32.0 ^32.1 Hayward, John (September 19, 2017). Trump to U.N.: America ‘Among the Greatest Forces for Good in the History of the World’. Breitbart News. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
↑ Westwood, Sarah (September 19, 2017). Trump calls for 'great reawakening of nations' at United Nations summit. Washington Examiner. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
↑ ^34.0 ^34.1 'Rocket Man' aside, Trump's UN speech marks another kind of shift. Washington Examiner. September 20, 2017. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
↑ Macchi, Victoria (September 19, 2017). Trump Revives Rhetoric on Keeping Refugees in Host Countries. Voice of America. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Kew, Ben (September 19, 2017). Trump Blasts Socialism at UN: ‘Failed Ideology’ that Causes ‘Poverty and Misery Everywhere’. Breitbart News. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
- Kurmanaev, Anatoly (September 19, 2017). Trump Takes Aim at Venezuela in U.N. Speech. The Wall Street Journal. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
- Saavedra, Ryan (September 19, 2017). WATCH: Trump Slams Socialism At U.N., World Leaders Refuse To Clap. The Daily Wire. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
- Taunton, Larry Alex (September 24, 2017). Trump is right, Newsweek. Socialism doesn't work. Fox News. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
↑ Chalfant, Morgan (September 19, 2017). Trump: Iran nuclear deal an ‘embarrassment’. The Hill. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
↑ Scarry, Eddie (September 19, 2017). Reporters shaken by Trump's tough talk against North Korea. Washington Examiner. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Holland, Steve; Mason, Jeff (September 18, 2017). If threatened, U.S. will 'totally destroy' North Korea, Trump vows. Reuters. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
- Heinlein, Peter (September 19, 2017). Trump Threatens 'Total Destruction' of North Korea in First UN Speech. Voice of America. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
- Boyer, Dave (September 19, 2017). Trump slams Kim Jong-un: ‘Rocket Man is on a suicide mission. The Washington Times. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
- Pappas, Alex (September 19, 2017). UN speech: Trump says 'Rocket Man' Kim Jong Un on 'suicide mission,' in broadside at 'rogue regimes'. Fox News. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
- Shaw, Adam (September 19, 2017). In U.N. Speech, Trump Threatens to ‘Totally Destroy’ North Korea: ‘Rocket Man Is on a Suicide Mission’. Breitbart News. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
See also:
- Charles, Robert (September 21, 2017). Trump, the statesman, at the U.N. The Washington Times. Retrieved September 24, 2019.
↑ Morrongiello, Gabby (September 19, 2017). Trump: 'Massive source of embarrassment' for UN to give voice to human rights abusers. Washington Examiner. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Pollak, Joel B. (September 19, 2017). Trump to United Nations: ‘We Will Stop Radical Islamic Terrorism’. Breitbart News. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
- Enjeti, Saagar (September 19, 2017). Trump Calls Out ‘Radical Islamic Terrorism’ By Name At UN. The Daily Caller. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
- Tani, Maxwell (September 19, 2017). Trump used the most controversial phrase inside his administration during his major address to the UN. Business Insider. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Shaw, Adam (September 20, 2017). Pence: U.N. Human Rights Council ‘Doesn’t Deserve Its Name’. Breitbart News. Retrieved September 27, 2017.
- Boyer, Dave (September 20, 2017). Pence calls on U.N. Security Council to end bias against Israel. The Washington Times. Retrieved September 27, 2017.
- Pence Says UN Peacekeeping Missions Must Be More Effective, Efficient. Voice of America (from Reuters). September 20, 2017. Retrieved September 27, 2017.
- Goodenough, Patrick (September 21, 2017). Pence to UN: ‘The Truth Is, The Human Rights Council Doesn’t Deserve Its Name’. CNS News. Retrieved September 27, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Swan, Jonathan (September 20, 2017). Pence hits Russia in UN speech. Axios. Retrieved September 27, 2017.
- Davis, Jack (September 20, 2017). Pence Blasts Human Rights Council As ‘Forum For Anti-Semitism’. Western Journalism. Retrieved September 27, 2017.
- Clancy, Liam (September 20, 2017). Pence Blasts UN Human Rights Council In Speech To General Assembly. The Daily Caller. Retrieved September 27, 2017.
↑ Melania Trump tells UN to "step up" to protect children. CBS News. September 20, 2017. Retrieved September 27, 2017.
↑ Starr, Penny (September 20, 2017). Melania Trump: It Is Parents’ Responsibility to Raise Children Who Have Moral Clarity, Love of Country. Breitbart News. Retrieved September 27, 2017.
↑ Melania Trump quotes from the Bible in speech at the UN against cyber-bullying. ChristianToday. September 21, 2017. Retrieved September 27, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- US Announces UNESCO Pullout Amid Palestinian Tensions. Voice of America (from the Associated Press). October 12, 2017. Retrieved October 12, 2017.
- Shaw, Adam (October 12, 2017). Trump Administration Withdraws from UNESCO, Citing Anti-Israel Bias. Breitbart News. Retrieved October 12, 2017.
- Trump administration pulling US out of UN agency over 'anti-Israel bias'. Fox News. October 12, 2017. Retrieved October 12, 2017.
- U.S. Quits UNESCO Over 'Anti-Israel Bias'. Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty. October 12, 2017. Retrieved October 12, 2017.
- Newman, Alex (October 12, 2017). U.S. Exits Corrupt, Communist-led UNESCO. The New American. Retrieved October 12, 2017.
Israel announced on the same day that it would also leave UNESCO:
- Irish, John (October 12, 2017). U.S., Israel quit U.N. heritage agency citing bias. Reuters. Retrieved October 12, 2017.
- Israel to join US in quitting Unesco. BBC News. Retrieved October 12, 2017.
- Wilner, Michael; Keinon, Herb; Lazaroff, Tovah (October 12, 2017). Israel, US to Quit UNESCO Citing 'Anti-Israel Bias'. The Jerusalem Post. Retrieved October 12, 2017.
- Manchester, Julia (October 12, 2017). Israel to join US in withdrawing from UN body. The Hill. Retrieved October 12, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Murphy, James (January 2, 2019). U.S. and Israel Formally Leave UNESCO. The New American. Retrieved January 2, 2019.
- Kent, Simon (January 1, 2019). Israel and U.S. Formally Exit ‘Corrupted’ UNESCO. Breitbart News. Retrieved January 1, 2019.
- Adamson, Thomas (January 1, 2019). US and Israel exit UN cultural agency, claiming bias. Associated Press. Retrieved January 1, 2019.
- US, Israel quit UN agency UNESCO, claiming anti-Israeli bias. Fox News (from the Associated Press). January 1, 2019. Retrieved January 1, 2019.
- US, Israel Pull Out of UNESCO, Claiming Bias. Voice of America (from the Associated Press). January 1, 2019. Retrieved January 1, 2019.
- Kraemer, Tania (January 1, 2019). Goodbye, UNESCO: Israel and US quit UN heritage agency. Deutsche Welle. Retrieved January 1, 2019.
- Waage, John (January 1, 2019). US, Israel Officially Cut Ties with UN Agency That Tries to 'Erase the Jewish Connection to Jerusalem'. CBN News. Retrieved January 1, 2019.
- Ahren, Raphael (January 1, 2019). 69 years after joining, Israel formally leaves UNESCO; so, too, does the US. The Times of Israel. Retrieved January 1, 2019.
See also:
- Lieu, Amy (January 1, 2019). Nikki Haley slams UNESCO as 'corrupt and politically biased' as US, Israel officially quit UN agency. Fox News. Retrieved January 2, 2019.
- Fite, James (December 31, 2018). US And Israel Ditch UNESCO – It’s About Time. LibertyNation. Retrieved January 1, 2019.
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Multiple references:
- US Pulls Out of UN Migrant and Refugee Pact. Voice of America. December 3, 2017. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
- U.S. Pulling Out Of UN Migration Compact, Seeks To Set Own Policy. Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty. December 3, 2017. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
- Nichols, Michelle (December 3, 2017). U.S. quits talks on global migration pact over sovereignty clash. Reuters. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
- US pulls out of UN migrant and refugee pact. The Telegraph (from AFP). December 3, 2017. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
- Gladstone, Rick (December 3, 2017). U.S. Quits Migration Pact, Saying It Infringes on Sovereignty. The New York Times. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
For more information on the agreement and its potential impact on U.S. policy, see here:
- Wolverton, Joe (December 3, 2017). Trump Admin Orders Withdrawal From UN Migrant Accommodating Agreement. The New American. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
- Munro, Neil (December 3, 2017). President Trump Overrules Deputy, Deflates U.N.’s Pro-Immigration Treaty. Breitbart News. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
- Arthur, Andrew (October 23, 2017). Undermining U.S. sovereignty over immigration. The Washington Times. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
See also:
- Mason, Ian (December 8, 2017). Trump Touts Rejection of U.N. Plan to Force Mass Third World Immigration. Breitbart News. Retrieved December 9, 2017.
- Shaw, Adam (November 12, 2019). Haley book blasts UN migration pact for focus on climate change: ‘Give me a break’. Fox News. Retrieved November 12, 2019.
However, the U.S. remained in a similar plan, the "Global Compact on Refugees":
- Rush, Nayla (December 14, 2017). US Is Still Part of the 'Global Compact on Refugees'. Center for Immigration Studies. Retrieved January 1, 2018.
The Trump Administration's action inspired other countries to leave the agreement:
- Shaw, Adam (November 23, 2018). US leading the charge in pushing back against UN’s migration agenda. Fox News. Retrieved November 23, 2018.
- Lane, Oliver JJ (November 22, 2018). World Follows Trump’s Lead: Nations Abandon Legal ‘Framework’ Building UN Migration Pact. Breitbart News. Retrieved November 23, 2018.
- Friedman, Victoria (December 25, 2018). Patriotic Countries That Rejected the UN’s Global Governance of Migration in 2018. Breitbart News. Retrieved February 23, 2019.
- Shaw, Adam (July 19, 2018). Hungary joins US in withdrawing from UN global migration agreement. Fox News. Retrieved April 16, 2019.
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Multiple references:
- Gearty, Robert (December 25, 2017). Haley announces $285M cut in 2018-19 UN operating budget. Fox News. Retrieved December 25, 2017.
- Nikki Haley Announces $285 Million Reduction to U.N. Funding. Breitbart News. December 25, 2017. Retrieved December 25, 2017.
- U.S. Hails $285 Million Cut To UN’s Two-Year Budget For 2018-19. Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty. December 25, 2017. Retrieved December 25, 2017.
- US says it negotiated $285M cut in United Nations budget. Associated Press. December 24, 2017. Retrieved December 25, 2017.
- Anapol, Avery (December 24, 2017). US secures $285M cut in UN budget. The Hill. Retrieved December 26, 2017.
- Newman, Alex (December 27, 2017). Trump Cuts UN Budget by $285 Million; Step in “Right Direction”. The New American. Retrieved December 27, 2017.
- Gladstone, Rick (December 25, 2017). Taking Credit for U.N. Budget Cut, Trump’s Envoy Hints at More to Come. The New York Times. Retrieved December 29, 2017.
However, even with the budget reduction, the U.S. continued paying billions to the UN:
- Shaw, Adam (December 27, 2017). Despite $285 Million Cut, U.S. Still Pumping Billions into Bloated U.N. Bureaucracy. Breitbart News. Retrieved December 27, 2017.
↑ Herman, Steve (September 14, 2017). Trump Administration Seen Taking Harder Line on Iran. 'Voice of America. Retrieved September 16, 2017.
↑ Torbati, Yeganeh (February 3, 2017). Trump administration tightens Iran sanctions, Tehran hits back. Reuters. Retrieved January 3, 2017.
↑ Boyer, Dave; Taylor, Guy (February 3, 2017). Trump slaps sanctions on Iran over missile test. The Washington Times. Retrieved February 3, 2017.
↑ Muñoz, Carlo (May 17, 2017). Trump admin. rolls out new sanctions against Iran. The Washington Times. Retrieved May 17, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Duzor, Megan (July 18, 2017). Trump Administration: Iran Is Complying With Nuclear Deal. Voice of America. Retrieved July 18, 2017.
- Trump administration says Iran complying with nuclear deal but defying its spirit. Fox News. July 17, 2017. Retrieved July 18, 2017.
- Boyer, Dave (July 17, 2017). Trump administration says Iran is in compliance with 2015 nuclear deal. The Washington Times. Retrieved July 18, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Bredemeier, Ken (July 18, 2017). US Sanctions Iranians Even After Recertifying Nuclear Deal. Voice of America. Retrieved July 18, 2017.
- Lederman, Josh (July 18, 2017). US sanctions more Iranians, but nuclear deal stands for now. Fox News (from the Associated Press). Retrieved July 18, 2017.
- Dorell, Oren (July 18, 2017). Trump sanctions Iran over missiles, terrorism after saying it complies with nuclear deal. USA Today. Retrieved July 18, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- U.S. Extends Iran Nuclear Sanctions Relief, Adds Other Sanctions Over Missile Activity. Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty. September 14, 2017. Retrieved September 21, 2017.
- Chalfant, Morgan (September 14, 2017). US sanctions Iranian nationals for cyberattacks against banks. The Hill. Retrieved September 21, 2017.
- Downs, Ray (September 14, 2017). Trump extends sanction waivers for Iran while imposing new ones. UPI. Retrieved September 14, 2017.
- US extends Iran sanctions relief while bemoaning behavior. Fox News (from the Associated Press). September 14, 2017. Retrieved September 21, 2017.
- Schwartz, Felicia; Norman, Laurence; Talley, Ian (September 14, 2017). U.S. Keeps Iran Nuclear Deal in Place but Imposes Other Sanctions. The Wall Street Journal. Retrieved September 21, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Transcript of Trump Speech on Iran Nuclear Deal. Voice of America. October 13, 2017. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
- Transcript of Trump's Iran speech. Fox News. October 13, 2017. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
↑ Wong, Kristina (October 13, 2017). Trump Vows to ‘Terminate’ Iran Nuclear Deal If Congress Cannot ‘Reach a Solution’. Breitbart News. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
↑ ^60.0 ^60.1 ^60.2
Multiple references:
- Mason, Ian (October 13, 2017). Trump Keeps Iran Deal, Refuses to Certify Compliance to Congress. Breitbart News. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
- Boyer, Dave (October 13, 2017). Trump decertifies Iran nuclear deal, announces new crackdown. The Washington Times. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
- Trump decertifies Iran nuclear deal, slaps sanctions on IRGC in broadside at ‘radical regime’. Fox News. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
- Heinlein, Peter (October 14, 2017). Trump Toughens Iran Strategy, Decertifies Tehran's Compliance With Accord. Voice of America. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
- Herman, Steve (October 13, 2017). Trump Unveils New, Tougher Iran Strategy. Voice of America. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
- Holland, Steve; Bayoumy, Yara (October 13, 2017). Trump strikes blow at Iran nuclear deal in major U.S. policy shift. Reuters. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
- Stewart, Phil (October 13, 2017). Pentagon identifying new areas to pressure Iran, reviewing plans. Reuters. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
- Kredo, Adam (October 13, 2017). Trump Decertifies Iranian Compliance With Nuclear Deal, Sanctions Terror Regime. The Washington Free Beacon. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
Some conservatives, however, criticized President Trump for not choosing to fully pull out of the agreement:
- Mora, Edwin (October 14, 2017). Experts on Decertifying Iran Deal: Trump Should Have Killed Terror-Fueling Agreement. Breitbart News. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
- Spiering, Charlie (October 14, 2017). Donald Trump 2016: ‘My Number One Priority’ Is to ‘Dismantle’ Deal with Iran’. Breitbart News. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Treasury Designates the IRGC under Terrorism Authority and Targets IRGC and Military Supporters under Counter-Proliferation Authority. U.S. Department of the Treasury. October 13, 2017. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
- Nazarian, Adelle (October 13, 2017). Trump Authorizes Treasury to Sanction Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Breitbart News. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
- Pramuk, Jacob (October 13, 2017). Treasury slaps sanctions on Iran's elite Revolutionary Guards as US raises pressure on Tehran. CNBC. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
- Cunningham, Erin (October 13, 2017). Iran’s Revolutionary Guard is facing more pressure from the Trump administration. The Washington Post. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
- Toosi, Nahal (October 13, 2017). Trump pulls his punch against elite Iranian military group. Politico. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Klein, Aaron (December 30, 2017). American Leadership on World Stage: Unlike Obama, Donald Trump Supports Pro-Democracy Protests Against Extremist Iranian Regime. Breitbart News. Retrieved December 30, 2017.
- Evansky, Ben (December 30, 2017). Some call Trump's Iran protest tweets striking turnabout from Obama era. Fox News. Retrieved January 5, 2018.
See also:
- Pollak, Joel B. (January 1, 2018). Former Obama Advisers Tell Trump to ‘Be Quiet’ on Iran Protests. Breitbart News. Retrieved January 1, 2018.
↑ Hayward, John (January 1, 2018). U.N., Europe Silent on Iran Uprising; Trump, Netanyahu Voice Support for Protests. Breitbart News. Retrieved January 1, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Boyer, Dave (December 30, 2017). Trump expresses support for Iranian protests as regime’s hard-liners counter opposition. The Washington Times. Retrieved December 30, 2017.
- Weber, Joseph (December 30, 2017). Trump redoubles support of Iran protests, saying the 'world is watching'. Fox News. Retrieved December 30, 2017.
- Martel, Frances (December 30, 2017). ‘The World Is Watching’: Trump, State Department Respond to Iran Protests. Breitbart News. Retrieved December 30, 2017.
Other GOP members of Congress joined President Trump and his administration:
- Kredo, Adam (December 31, 2017). U.S. Sides With Anti-Iranian Regime Protesters Amid Crackdown. The Washington Free Beacon. Retrieved January 1, 2017.
↑ Shaw, Adam (October 9, 2017). Report: U.S. Tough Stance on North Korea’s Ties Getting Results. Breitbart News. Retrieved October 10, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Trump's comments on North Korea, from 'fire and fury' to blaming China. Fox News. August 16, 2017. Retrieved August 16, 2017.
- Moons, Michelle (April 17, 2017). VP Mike Pence from Korean Demilitarized Zone: ‘Era of Strategic Patience Is Over’. Breitbart News. Retrieved April 18, 2017.
- Key, Pam (April 17, 2017). Trump: Presidents Obama, Clinton Were ‘Outplayed’ by North Korea. Breitbart News. Retrieved April 18, 2017.
- 'The sword stands ready': Pence warns North Korea. Fox News. April 19, 2017. Retrieved April 19, 2017.
- Trump: Era of 'strategic patience' with North Korea 'is over'. Fox News. June 30, 2017. Retrieved July 2, 2017.
- Miller, S.A. (June 30, 2017). Trump delivers warning to North Korea: ‘Patience is over’. The Washington Times. Retrieved July 2, 2017.
- Shaw, Adam (July 11, 2017). Report: U.S. Moves Toward Unilateral Action on North Korea, as U.N. Security Council Stalls. Breitbart News. Retrieved July 13, 2017.
- Hayward, John (September 3, 2017). Trump Says ‘Appeasement Will Not Work’ with ‘Rogue Nation’ North Korea as Kim Jong-un Detonates Powerful Nuclear Bomb. Breitbart News. Retrieved September 3, 2017.
See also:
- Pomfret, John (April 15, 2017). It seems Trump got China to crack down on North Korea . New York Post. Retrieved November 5, 2019.
- Persons, Sally (April 24, 2017). Haley: China's involvement has put pressure on North Korea. The Washington Times. Retrieved November 5, 2019.
↑ Pollak, Joel B. (August 11, 2017). Donald Trump Wins Round One with North Korea. Breitbart News. Retrieved August 11, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Trump: North Korea 'will be met with fire and fury like the world has never seen' if more threats emerge. Fox News. August 8, 2017. Retrieved August 8, 2017.
- Taylor, Guy; Miller, S.A. (August 8, 2017). Trump threatens to rain ‘fire and fury like the world has never seen’ on North Korea. The Washington Times. Retrieved August 8, 2017.
- Herman, Steve (August 8, 2017). Trump Warns of 'Fire and Fury' for North Korea if Threats Don't Stop. Voice of America. Retrieved August 8, 2017.
- Spiering, Charlie (August 8, 2017). Donald Trump Warns North Korea: Threats to United States Will Be Met with ‘Fire and Fury’. Breitbart News. Retrieved August 8, 2017.
President Trump chose the wording himself:
- Boyer, Dave (August 9, 2017). Trump chose ‘fire and fury’ warning for North Korea: White House. The Washington Times. Retrieved August 9, 2017.
Secretary of Defense James Mattis and Secretary of State Rex Tillerson supported President Trump's remarks:
- Taylor, Guy; Boyer, Dave (August 9, 2017). Tillerson, Mattis back up Trump’s stark warning to North Korea. The Washington Times. Retrieved August 9, 2017.
- Secretary Mattis warns North Korea not to invite 'destruction of its people'. Fox News. Retrieved August 9, 2017.
- Wong, Kristina (August 9, 2017). James Mattis: North Korea ‘Would Lose Any Arms Race’ and ‘Should Cease’ Inviting ‘The End of Its Regime’. Breitbart News. Retrieved August 9, 2017.
- Chiaramonte, Perry (August 9, 2017). Tillerson: Trump sending North Korea a 'strong message'. Fox News. Retrieved August 9, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Pappas, Alex (August 10, 2017). Trump doubles down on 'fire and fury' warning to North Korea: 'Maybe it wasn't tough enough'. Fox News. Retrieved August 10, 2017.
- Miller, S.A.; Muñoz, Carlo (August 10, 2017). Trump: ‘Fire and fury’ talk on N. Korea ‘wasn’t tough enough’. The Washington Times. Retrieved August 10, 2017.
- Bredemeier, Ken (August 10, 2017). Trump Stiffens Resolve Against North Korea. Voice of America. Retrieved August 10, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Military option for North Korea being prepared for Trump, McMaster says. Fox News. June 29, 2017. Retrieved July 2, 2017.
- Muñoz, Carlo (August 10, 2017). Mattis: Military solution in place to address North Korea threat. The Washington Times. Retrieved August 10, 2017.
- Persons, Sally (August 11, 2017). Trump: Military ‘locked and loaded’ for possible North Korea action. The Washington Times. Retrieved August 11, 2017.
- Trump Warns North Korea Will 'Regret It Fast' if Action Taken Against Guam. Voice of America. August 11, 2017. Retrieved August 11, 2017.
However, the administration stated it would not give up finding diplomatic solutions with North Korea:
- Wong, Kristina (July 6, 2017). Trump Administration Not Yet Giving Up on Diplomacy with North Korea. Breitbart News. Retrieved July 7, 2017.
- Papas, Alex (August 11, 2017). Trump: Kim Jong Un 'will regret it fast' if he attacks Guam, US allies. Fox News. Retrieved August 11, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Kim Jong Un appears to back down after Mattis, Trump warnings. Fox News. August 15, 2017. Retrieved August 16, 2017.
- Padden, Brian (August 15, 2017). Signs of Diplomacy Appear as North Korea Delays Guam Missile Test. Voice of America. Retrieved August 16, 2017.
- Pollak, Joel B. (August 14, 2017). Winning: North Korea Backs Down from Guam Threat. Breitbart News. Retrieved August 16, 2017.
- Trump: Kim Jong Un made 'very wise' decision to back down. Fox News. August 16, 2017. Retrieved August 16, 2017.
- Palkot, Greg (August 15, 2017). Trump's tough talk prompted North Korea to stand down, experts say. Fox News. Retrieved August 16, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Diaz, Alex (April 17, 2017). US missile system en route to Korean peninsula. Fox News. Retrieved April 18, 2017.
- Dickstein, Corey (May 1, 2017). THAAD now ready to defend South Korea against missile attacks. Stars and Stripes. Retrieved May 3, 2017.
- Hayward, John (May 2, 2017). U.S. Military: THAAD Missile System Operational in South Korea. Breitbart News. Retrieved May 3, 2017.
- Connor, Neil (May 2, 2017). US Thaad missile system operational in South Korea, as Pyongyang says region on brink of nuclear war. The Telegraph. Retrieved July 11, 2017.
↑ Kim, Christine; Miles, Tom (May 16, 2017). North Korea missile detected by THAAD, program progressing faster than expected: South Korea. Reuters. Retrieved May 16, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- US successfully tests THAAD missile system amid North Korean tensions. Fox News. July 11, 2017. Retrieved July 11, 2017.
- Stewart, Phil; Ali, Idrees (July 11, 2017). U.S. THAAD missile defenses hit test target as North Korea tension rises. Reuters. Retrieved July 11, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- US conducts 'successful' THAAD missile test after latest North Korea missile launch. Fox News. July 30, 2017. Retrieved July 30, 2017.
- Shelbourne, Mallory (July 30, 2017). US successfully conducts missile test over Pacific. The Hill. Retrieved July 30, 2017.
- Rodriguez, Katherine (July 31, 2017). VIDEO: U.S. Carries Out ‘Successful’ Test of THAAD Anti-Missile System in Alaska. Breitbart News. Retrieved August 1, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Tomlinson, Lucas (September 6, 2017). US to install more THAAD missile launchers in South Korea. Fox News. Retrieved September 9, 2017.
- S. Korea deploys THAAD launchers as China gives nod to U.N. sanctions against north. CBS News. September 7, 2017. Retrieved September 9, 2017.
- Ji-hye, Jun (September 7, 2017). THAAD deployment complete. The Korea Times. Retrieved September 9, 2017.
- South Korea deploys U.S. anti-missile launchers amid clashes with protesters. Reuters. September 6, 2017. Retrieved September 9, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Asia-Pacific regional disputes impede united stand on North Korea. Fox News. August 5, 2017. Retrieved August 7, 2017.
- Shaw, Adam (August 5, 2017). In Major Win for Trump, U.N. Security Council Votes to Slap Sanctions on North Korea. Breitbart News. Retrieved August 7, 2017.
- Besheer, Margaret (August 6, 2017). UN Security Council Approves New North Korea Sanctions. Voice of America. Retrieved August 7, 2017.
- Nichols, Michelle (August 5, 2017). United Nations bans key North Korea exports over missile tests. Reuters. Retrieved August 7, 2017.
China announced it had implemented the sanctions:
- China implements UN sanctions against North Korea, as Trump trade probe looms. Fox News. August 14, 2017. Retrieved August 14, 2017.
- China Banning Coal, Iron, Seafood Imports From North Korea. Voice of America. August 14, 2017. Retrieved August 14, 2017.
- Shaw, Adam (August 14, 2017). China Implements Sanctions on North Korea, Urges ‘Restraint’ from U.S.. Breitbart News. Retrieved August 14, 2017.
- Denyer, Simon (August 14, 2017). China bans North Korean iron, lead, coal imports as part of U.N. sanctions. The Washington Post. Retrieved August 14, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Gertz, Bill (August 23, 2017). U.S. Sanctions Chinese, Russians for Illicit Trade With North Korea. The Washington Free Beacon. Retrieved August 23, 2017.
- Randle, Jim (August 22, 2017). US Sanctions Russian, Chinese Firms for Helping North Korea Militarize. Voice of America. Retrieved August 24, 2017.
- Brunnstrom, David; Chiacu, Doina (August 22, 2017). U.S. targets Chinese, Russia entities for helping North Korea. Reuters. Retrieved August 23, 2017.
- US sanctions Chinese, Russian firms for North Korea ties. Deutsche Welle. August 22, 2017. Retrieved August 23, 2017.
- Davis, Jack (August 22, 2017). U.S. Ups Pressure On North Korea With Sanctions Aimed At China, Russia. Western Journalism. Retrieved August 23, 2017.
- Morello, Carol; Whoriskey, Peter (August 22, 2017). U.S. hits Chinese and Russian companies, individuals with sanctions for doing business with North Korea. The Washington Post. Retrieved August 24, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Beavers, Olivia (September 11, 2017). UN Security Council unanimously votes to sanction North Korea. The Hill. Retrieved September 11, 2017.
- UN Security Council approves new sanctions against North Korea. Fox News. September 11, 2017. Retrieved September 11, 2017.
- Besheer, Margaret (September 11, 2017). UN Security Council Unanimously Adopts Tough New North Korea Sanctions. Voice of America. Retrieved September 11, 2017.
- Nichols, Michelle (September 10, 2017). U.N. Security Council unanimously steps up sanctions on North Korea. Reuters. Retrieved September 11, 2017.
However, the sanctions were softer than originally intended:
- Gehrke, Joel (September 11, 2017). US softens North Korea sanctions in pitch to China, Russia. Washington Examiner. Retrieved September 16, 2017.
- Shaw, Adam (September 12, 2017). U.N. Approves Softer Version of U.S. Resolution Imposing Sanctions on North Korea. Breitbart News. Retrieved September 16, 2017.
- Gehrke, Joel (September 11, 2017). UN approves watered-down North Korea sanctions. Washington Examiner. Retrieved September 16, 2017.
China appeared to comply with the sanctions, ordering every North Korean-owned business in the country to shut down:
- Lam, Katherine (September 28, 2017). China closes North Korean businesses; North Korea allegedly swells army to fight US. Fox News. Retrieved October 1, 2017.
- Hayward, John (September 29, 2017). China Shuts Down North Korean-Owned Businesses to Comply with U.N. Sanctions. Breitbart News. Retrieved October 1, 2017.
- China Orders North Korean Business Closed Under UN Sanctions. Voice of America (from the Associated Press). September 28, 2017. Retrieved October 1, 2017.
However, China's cooperation and adherence to the sanctions was dubious, at the very least:
- Woo, Ryan; Xu, Muyu (December 26, 2017). China halts oil product exports to North Korea in November as sanctions bite. Reuters. Retrieved December 26, 2017.
- Darrah, Nicole (December 27, 2017). China spotted illegally selling oil to North Korea, report says. Fox News. Retrieved December 27, 2017.
- Spiering, Charlie (December 28, 2017). Donald Trump: China ‘Caught Red Handed’ Selling Oil to North Korea. Breitbart News. Retrieved December 28, 2017.
- Trump slams China over reported North Korea oil sales: 'Caught RED HANDED'. Fox News. December 28, 2017. Retrieved December 28, 2017.
- Brunnstrom, David; Heavey, Susan (December 28, 2017). Trump says China 'Caught RED HANDED' allowing oil into North Korea. Reuters. Retrieved December 28, 2017.
- Boyer, Dave (December 28, 2017). Trump says Chinese oil shipments to North Korea ‘very disappointing’. The Washington Times. Retrieved December 29, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Besheer, Margaret (Septembre 21, 2017). Trump Imposes New Trade Sanctions on North Korea. Voice of America. Retrieved September 21, 2017.
- Trump signs executive order targeting North Korea's trading partners. Fox News. Retrieved September 21, 2017.
- Boyer, Dave (September 21, 2017). Trump hits North Korea with new sanctions. The Washington Times. Retrieved September 21, 2017.
- Spiering, Charlie (September 21, 2017). Donald Trump Announces New Sanctions; Praises China Bank Decision on North Korea. Breitbart News. Retrieved September 21, 2017.
- Talley, Ian; Radnofsky, Louise (September 21, 2017). Trump Expands U.S. Sanctions on Dealings With North Korea. The Wall Street Journal. Retrieved September 21, 2017.
- Easley, Jonathan; Kheel, Rebecca (September 21, 2017). 5 things to know about Trump's new North Korea sanctions. The Hill. Retrieved September 22, 2017.
The Treasury Department first used this authority and issued sanctions on September 26, 2017:
- New US sanctions hit 8 North Korean banks, 26 bank workers. Fox News (from the Associated Press). September 26, 2017. Retrieved October 6, 2017.
- US Announces New Sanctions on North Korean Banks and Banking Officials. Voice of America. September 27, 2017. Retrieved October 6, 2017.
- Greenwood, Max (September 26, 2017). Trump targets North Korean banks, workers in new sanctions. The Hill. Retrieved October 6, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Singman, Brooke (November 20, 2017). Trump designates North Korea as state sponsor of terror. Fox News. Retrieved November 20, 2017.
- Mason, Jeff (November 20, 2017). Trump declares North Korea state sponsor of terrorism, triggers sanctions. Reuters. Retrieved November 20, 2017.
- Spiering, Charlie (November 20, 2017). Donald Trump Designates North Korea as a State Sponsor of Terror. Breitbart News. Retrieved November 20, 2017.
- Gallo, William (November 20, 2017). Trump: US to Redesignate North Korea as State Sponsor of Terror. Voice of America. Retrieved November 20, 2017.
- Miller, S.A. (November 20, 2017). Trump puts North Korea on terrorist list: ‘A murderous regime’. The Washington Times. Retrieved November 21, 2017.
- Mass, Warren (November 21, 2017). United States Designates North Korea a “State Sponsor of Terrorism”. The New American. Retrieved November 25, 2017.
- Shear, Michael D. (November 20, 2017). Trump Returns North Korea to List of State Sponsors of Terrorism. The New York Times. Retrieved November 20, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Schectman, Joel; Brunnstrom, David (November 21, 2017). U.S. sanctions 13 Chinese and North Korean organizations. Reuters. Retrieved November 21, 2017.
- Singman, Brooke (November 21, 2017). US slaps new sanctions on North Korea after designating it sponsor of terror. Fox News. Retrieved November 21, 2017.
- Lane, Sylvan (November 21, 2017). Treasury targets North Korean, Chinese shipping companies with new sanctions. The Hill. Retrieved November 21, 2017.
↑ Schearf, Daniel (November 22, 2017). US Sanctions, Terror Designation Increase Pressure on North Korea. Voice of America. Retrieved November 22, 2017.
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Berger, Judson (December 26, 2017). Trump administration ends 2017 confronting Russia after year of collusion accusations. Fox News. Retrieved December 26, 2017.
See also:
- Williams, Katie Bo (December 30, 2017). In surprise, Trump maintains many Obama-era Russia policies. The Hill. Retrieved December 30, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Lopatka, Jan (February 8, 2017). Radio Free Europe, Voice of America launch new Russian-language TV channel. Reuters. Retrieved July 6, 2017.
- Miller, S.A. (July 5, 2017). Current Time broadcasts into Russia, Eastern Europe. The Washington Times. Retrieved July 6, 2017.
- U.S. launches TV network as alternative to Russian propaganda. CBS News. February 9, 2017. Retrieved July 6, 2017.
- America’s answer to Russian propaganda TV. The Economist (from Current Time). June 15, 2017. Retrieved July 6, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Gehrke, Joel (April 21, 2017). Steve Mnuchin: No Russia sanctions waiver for Exxon, other companies. Washington Examiner. Retrieved April 22, 2017.
- Solomon, Jay; Olson, Bradley (April 21, 2017). U.S. Denies Exxon Bid for Waiver on Russia Sanctions -- 3rd Update. Fox Business. Retrieved April 22, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- A Letter from the President to Certain Congressional Committee Chairs. whitehouse.gov. April 20, 2017. Retrieved April 22, 2017.
- Herszenhorn, David M. (April 21, 2017). Trump pledges crackdown on rights abusers in Russia and beyond. Politico. Retrieved April 22, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- US Expands Sanctions Against Russia, Ukraine Separatists. Voice of America. June 20, 2017. Retrieved June 26, 2017.
- Treasury moves to 'pressure' Russia with new sanctions in Ukraine conflict. Fox News. June 20, 2017. Retrieved June 26, 2017.
- Gehrke, Joel (June 20, 2017). Trump hits Russia, Ukrainian separatists with sanctions. Washington Examiner. Retrieved June 26, 2017.
- Jackson, David (June 20, 2017). Trump meets Ukraine president as Treasury Department sanctions Russia. USA Today. Retrieved June 26, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Betz, Bradford (December 21, 2017). Trump administration OKs sale of lethal arms to Ukraine. Fox News. Retrieved February 2, 2018.
- Lederman, Josh (December 23, 2017). US agrees to send lethal weapons to Ukraine, angering Russia. Associated Press. Retrieved February 2, 2018.
- U.S. approves license for Ukraine to buy small arms from U.S. firms. Reuters. December 20, 2017. Retrieved February 2, 2018.
- Wong, Kristina (December 20, 2017). Trump Approves Lethal Arms Sales to Ukraine, Reversing Obama-Era Inaction. Breitbart News. Retrieved February 2, 2018.
- Mora, Edwin (December 22, 2018). Trump Approves Private Sector Arms Sale to Ukraine to Fight Russian-Backed Troops. Breitbart News. Retrieved February 2, 2018.
- Luhn, Alec (December 21, 2017). Donald Trump approves deal for US to sell sniper rifles to Ukraine, angering Russia. The Telegraph. Retrieved February 2, 2018.
- Peterson, Nolan (December 21, 2017). Trump Approves US Lethal Weapons Sales to Ukraine, Angering Moscow. The Daily Signal. Retrieved February 2, 2018.
↑ Zanona, Melanie (November 19, 2017). How Trump is reshaping US policy on Cuba. The Hill. Retrieved December 3, 2017.
↑ Hayward, John (June 16, 2017). 7 Castro Victims and Cuban Heroes Invited to Trump’s Cuba Announcement. Breitbart News. Retrieved June 17, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Cuba deal rollback: Trump says he’s nixing Obama’s ‘one-sided’ pact. Fox News. Retrieved June 17, 2017.
- Miller, S.A. (June 17, 2017). Trump rolls back Obama admin’s Cuba policy: ‘Will not be silent in the face of communist oppression’. The Washington Times. Retrieved June 17, 2017.
- Zanona, Melanie; Fabian, Jordan (June 16, 2017). Trump draws a harder line on Cuba. The Hill. Retrieved June 17, 2017.
- Martel, Frances (June 16, 2017). In Miami, Trump Applauds Cuban Victims of Communism: ‘Now We Hold the Cards’. Breitbart News. Retrieved June 17, 2017.
- Newman, Alex (June 19, 2017). Trump Vows that, “With God's Help,” Cuba Will Soon Be Free. The New American. Retrieved November 29, 2017.
- Strengthening the Policy of the United States Toward Cuba. Federal Register. October 20, 2017. Retrieved October 24, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Saine, Cindy (November 9, 2017). Trump Administration Limits Americans’ Travel to Cuba. Voice of America. Retrieved November 11, 2017.
- Rampton, Roberta; Marsh, Sarah (November 8, 2017). New U.S. government rules restrict travel and trade with Cuba. Reuters. Retrieved November 11, 2017.
- Mora, Edwin (November 8, 2017). U.S. Announces Regulations to Enforce Trump’s Cuba Policy: ‘We Will Hold the Cuban Regime Accountable’. Breitbart News. Retrieved November 11, 2017.
- Miller, S.A. (November 8, 2017). U.S. tightens restrictions on travel, trade with Cuba. The Washington Times. Retrieved November 11, 2017.
- Gomez, Alan (November 8, 2017). Trump cracks down on U.S. business and travel to Cuba. Here’s what’s changing. USA Today. Retrieved November 11, 2017.
- Lederman, Josh (November 8, 2017). U.S. tightens travel rules to Cuba, blacklists many businesses. Chicago Tribune. Retrieved November 11, 2017.
↑ Boyer, Dave (June 16, 2017). Trump calls on Cuba to return U.S. fugitives, including cop-killer Chesimard. The Washington Times. Retrieved June 17, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Trump Administration to Defend Cuba Embargo at UN, Reversing Obama. Voice of America (from the Associated Press). October 31, 2017. Retrieved November 1, 2017.
- Greenwood, Max (November 1, 2017). US upholds Cuba embargo in UN resolution vote. The Hill. Retrieved November 1, 2017.
- Gladstone, Rick (November 1, 2017). Trump Administration Defends Cuba Embargo at U.N., Reversing Obama. The New York Times. Retrieved November 1, 2017.
See also:
- Gehrke, Joel (November 1, 2017). Nikki Haley apologizes to Cubans for 'casual cruelty' of Obama administration. Washington Examiner. Retrieved November 1, 2017.
↑ O'Reilly, Andrew (December 20, 2017). Trump administration finds success in bringing home Americans detained abroad. Fox News. Retrieved December 20, 2017.
↑ Corbin, Cristina (March 1, 2017). Ex-CIA officer has Trump administration to thank for extradition KO, spokesman says. Fox News. Retrieved March 1, 2017.
↑ Boyer, Dave (April 21, 2017). Trump greets Egyptian-American woman after working behind the scenes to free her. The Washington Times. Retrieved April 21, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Hains, Tim (June 15, 2017). Father Of Otto Warmbier: Obama Admin Told Us To Keep Quiet, Trump Admin Brought Him Home. RealClearPolitics. Retrieved June 19, 2017.
- Hayward, John (June 16, 2017). Otto Warmbier Family: Obama Did Not Do Enough to Rescue Him from North Korea. Breitbart News. Retrieved June 19, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- 3 UCLA basketball players return to US after being detained in China for allegedly shoplifting. Fox News. Retrieved November 14, 2017.
- Holland, Steve; Feldman, Dana (November 13, 2017). UCLA players in Los Angeles after Trump seeks help from China's Xi. Reuters. Retrieved November 14, 2017.
- 3 UCLA players return to US after China shoplifting incident. Stars and Stripes (from the Associated Press). November 14, 2017. Retrieved November 14, 2017.
- Spiering, Charlie (November 14, 2017). China Releases UCLA Basketball Players After Donald Trump Intervenes. Breitbart News. Retrieved November 14, 2017.
- Landler, Mark; Shear, Michael D. (November 14, 2017). 'Know Anything About These Knuckleheads?' How Trump Helped Free U.C.L.A. Players. The New York Times. Retrieved November 14, 2017.
See also:
- Singman, Brooke (November 15, 2017). UCLA basketball players thank Trump for 'helping us out' after tweet. Fox News. Retrieved November 16, 2017.
- Carroll, Rory (November 15, 2017). UCLA players apologize for shoplifting in China, thank Trump. Reuters. Retrieved November 16, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Goodman, Joshua; Armario, Christine (May 18, 2018). US imposes sanctions on Venezuela Supreme Court. Fox News (from the Associated Press). Retrieved May 21, 2018.
- Zengerle, Spetalnick, Matt (May 18, 2017). Venezuela Supreme Court judges hit with U.S. sanctions. Reuters. Retrieved May 21, 2018.
- Gomez, Alan (May 18, 2017). Trump sanctions members of Venezuelan Supreme Court. USA Today. Retrieved May 21, 2018.
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Multiple references:
- Trump administration hits Venezuela's Maduro with sanctions after 'sham' vote. Fox News. July 31, 2017. Retrieved May 21, 2018.
- Kew, Ben (July 31, 2017). Trump Admin Slaps Sanctions on Venezuela’s Maduro Personally, ‘Considering’ More. Breitbart News. Retrieved May 21, 2018.
- Miller, S.A. (July 31, 2017). Trump admin hits Venezuela president with sanctions: ‘He is now a dictator’. The Washington Times. Retrieved May 21, 2018.
- U.S. hits Venezuelan president with financial sanctions. USA Today (from the Associated Press). July 31, 2017. Retrieved May 21, 2018.
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Multiple references:
- Spetalnick, Matt (August 9, 2017). U.S. sanctions eight more Venezuelan officials, including Chavez brother. Reuters. Retrieved May 21, 2018.
- Hayward, John (August 9, 2017). Trump Targets Hugo Chávez’s Brother in Latest Round of Venezuela Sanctions. Breitbart News. Retrieved May 21, 2018.
- Mohsin, Saleha; Arrioja, Jose Enrique (August 9, 2017). U.S. Imposes Financial Sanctions on Eight More Venezuelans. Bloomberg. Retrieved May 21, 2018.
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Multiple references:
- Kew, Ben (August 25, 2017). Trump Signs Sanctions Banning Purchase of Venezuela, State Oil Company Debt. Breitbart News. Retrieved May 21, 2018.
- White House imposes fresh sanctions on Venezuela 'dictatorship'. Fox News. August 25, 2017. Retrieved May 21, 2018.
- Ulmer, Alexandra; Lawder, David (August 25, 2017). Trump slaps sanctions on Venezuela; Maduro sees effort to force default. Reuters. Retrieved May 21, 2018.
- Herman, Steve (August 25, 2017). Trump Imposes 'Strong, New Sanctions' on Venezuela. Voice of America. Retrieved May 21, 2018.
- Bernal, Rafael (August 25, 2017). Trump slaps new sanctions on Venezuela. The Hill. Retrieved May 21, 2018.
See also:
- Cama, Timothy; Wilson, Megan R. (August 25, 2017). Trump exempts Citgo from Venezuela sanctions. The Hill. Retrieved May 21, 2018.
↑ Scarry, Eddie (March 18, 2017). Trump administration rebuffs free trade appeals at G-20 meeting. Washington Examiner. Retrieved March 18, 2017.
↑ Koranyi, Balazs; Heller, Gernot (March 18, 2017). G20 Financial Leaders Acquiesce to U.S., Drop Free Trade Pledge. Fox Business. Retrieved March 18, 2017.
↑ McGoogan, Cara; Sherlock, Ruth (March 18, 2017). G20 leaders roll back commitment to free trade and climate change following US pressure. The Telegraph. Retrieved March 18, 2017.
↑ Sharman, Jon (March 18, 2017). US 'forces G20 to drop any mention of climate change' in joint statement. The Independent. Retrieved March 18, 2017.
↑ Report: Trump administration officials clashed with G7 ministers over climate policy. Fox News. April 12, 2017. Retrieved April 12, 2017.
↑ Bastasch, Michael (April 11, 2017). Trump Refuses To Sign G7 Statement Endorsing Paris Climate Agreement. The Daily Caller. Retrieved April 12, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Griffin, Jennifer; Tomlinson, Lucas (April 7, 2017). US missiles target Syria airfield in response to chemical weapons attack. Fox News. Retrieved April 7, 2017.
- Statement by President Trump on Syria. whitehouse.gov. April 6, 2017. Retrieved April 10, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- About 20 Syrian jets destroyed in missile strike, defense officials say. Fox News. April 7, 2017. Retrieved April 7, 2017.
- Syria missile attack: Satellite photos show major damage to airfields. Fox News. April 7, 2017. Retrieved April 7, 2017.
- Initial reports indicate Syrian airbase 'almost completely destroyed' after US strike. Fox News. April 6, 2017. Retrieved April 7, 2017.
However, reports claimed the base was still operational afterward:
- Muñoz, Carlo (April 10, 2017). Pentagon defends limited scope of Syrian attack. The Washington Times. Retrieved April 10, 2017.
- Ensor, Josie (April 8, 2017). Syrian warplanes take off once again from air base bombed by US Tomahawks. The Telegraph. Retrieved April 9, 2017.
- Dooley, Erin (April 8, 2017). Trump defends decision not to hit runway on Syrian air base. ABC News. Retrieved April 9, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Moore, Mark (April 10, 2017). Mattis says US strike destroyed large number of Syrian military aircraft. New York Post. Retrieved April 10, 2017.
- Lehman, Charles Fain (April 10, 2017). Mattis: 20 Percent Of Syria’s Operational Aircraft Damaged or Destroyed in U.S. Strikes. The Washington Free Beacon. Retrieved April 10, 2017.
↑ Gordon, Michael R.; Cooper, Helene; Shear, Michael D. (April 6, 2017). Dozens of U.S. Missiles Hit Air Base in Syria. The New York Times. Retrieved April 7, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Williams, Thomas D., Ph.D. (April 7, 2017). World Leaders Praise U.S. Strike on Syria, ‘Proportionate, Appropriate’. Breitbart News. Retrieved April 7, 2017.
- Syria strikes: International community reacts to US bombing of airfield. Fox News. April 7, 2017. Retrieved April 7, 2017.
↑ Ackerman, Spencer; Pilkington, Ed; Jacobs, Ben; Borger, Julian (April 7, 2017). Syria missile strikes: US launches first direct military action against Assad. The Guardian. Retrieved April 7, 2017.
↑ Starr, Penny (April 24, 2017). Trump Admin Unloads Block of 271 Sanctions on Assad Regime for Chemical Weapons Attack. Breitbart News. Retrieved April 25, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Feldscher, Kyle (June 18, 2017). US shoots down Syrian bomber for attacking anti-Assad force. Washington Examiner. Retrieved June 19, 2017.
- US Shoots Down Syrian Aircraft for First Time. Breitbart News. June 18, 2017. Retrieved June 19, 2017.
- Muñoz, Carlo (June 18, 2017). U.S. warplane shoots down Syrian jet. The Washington Times. Retrieved June 19, 2017.
↑ Boyer, Dave (June 19, 2017). White House to Russia: U.S. will protect our interests in Syria. The Washington Times. Retrieved June 19, 2017.
↑ Trump wraps overseas trip with thanks to US troops, standing firm on terrorism, climate change concerns. Fox News. May 27, 2017. Retrieved May 27, 2017.
↑ Boyer, Dave; Howell, Tom, Jr (May 28, 2017). Trump’s trip abroad thrills Republicans, disappoints Democrats. The Washington Times. Retrieved May 28, 2017.
↑ Charles, Robert B. (May 30, 2017). An emerging Trump Doctrine. The Washington Times. Retrieved May 31, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Westwood, Sarah (May 26, 2017). Trump embraces traditional Middle East allies, breaks with Obama on trip. Washington Examiner. Retrieved May 26, 2017.
- Boyer, Dave (May 22, 2017). Trump, Netanyahu focus on Iran as common enemy. The Washington Times. Retrieved May 26, 2017.
↑ Holland, Steve (May 27, 2017). Trump ends nine-day overseas trip with a flourish as trouble looms at home. Fox Business. Retrieved May 27, 2017.
↑ Klein, Aaron (May 22, 2017). Trump Arrives in Israel for Historic Presidential Trip to Holy Land. Breitbart News. Retrieved May 24, 2017.
↑ Garfinkel, Renee (May 22, 2017). Dateline Israel: Trump amid Jerusalem’s jubilee. The Washington Times. Retrieved May 26, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Taylor, Adam (May 22, 2017). Why Trump’s flight from Saudi Arabia to Israel is a big deal. The Washington Post. Retrieved May 24, 2017.
- Trump's flight from Saudi Arabia to Israel possibly first direct flight between countries. Fox News. May 22, 2017. Retrieved May 24, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Deacon, Liam (May 24, 2017). Manchester Bomber Attended ‘Jihadi’ Mosque Accused of Funding al-Qaeda. Breitbart News. Retrieved May 24, 2017.
- Scarborough, Rowan (May 24, 2017). Manchester bomber recently visited Libya, a terrorist hotbed for jihadi training. The Washington Times. Retrieved May 24, 2017.
- Manchester bomber Salman Abedi's father and brothers arrested, linked to ISIS, Al Qaeda. Fox News. Retrieved May 24, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Boyer, Dave (May 23, 2017). Trump condemns ‘evil losers’ in Manchester terror attack as ISIS claims credit. The Washington Times. Retrieved May 24, 2017.
- DeMarche, Edmund (May 23, 2017). Manchester terror attack: Trump calls attackers 'evil losers in life'; offers sympathy for victims. Fox News. Retrieved May 24, 2017.
↑ Persons, Sally (May 24, 2017). Huckabee disappointed Trump didn’t mention embassy move during Israel visit. The Washington Times. Retrieved May 24, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Pappas, Alex (May 22, 2017). Trump becomes the first sitting US president to visit the Western Wall. Washington Examiner. Retrieved May 24, 2017.
- Boyer, Dave (May 22, 2017). Trump becomes first president to pray at Western Wall. The Washington Times. Retrieved May 24, 2017.
- Fabian, Jordan (May 22, 2017). Trump becomes first US president to visit Western Wall. The Hill. Retrieved May 24, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Kredo, Adam (May 22, 2017). Trump Admin Declares Jerusalem Part of Israel in Major Policy Shift. The Washington Free Beacon. Retrieved May 24, 2017.
- White House Puts ‘Jerusalem, Israel’ on Website. Breitbart News (from the Associated Press). Retrieved May 24, 2017.
↑ Keinon, Herb (May 24, 2017). Trump Leaves Israel with No Mention of Palestinian State, Settlements or Embassy. The Jerusalem Post. Retrieved May 26, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Keinon, Herb (May 25, 2017). 'US Increased Military Aid to Israel Ahead of Trump Visit'. The Jerusalem Post. Retrieved May 25, 2017.
- Netanyahu: Trump added $75 million in defense aid to Israel. Arutz Sheva. May 24, 2017. Retrieved May 25, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Boyer, Dave (May 25, 2017). More funds expected to flow to NATO after Trump’s blunt rebuke to allied leaders. The Washington Times. Retrieved May 25, 2017.
- De Lea, Brittany (May 25, 2017). Trump to NATO: Unpaid dues unfair to U.S. taxpayers. Fox Business. Retrieved May 25, 2017.
↑ Williams, Thomas D., PhD (May 26, 2017). At G7, Trump Diverts Agenda Away from Climate and Toward Islamist Terrorism. Breitbart News. Retrieved May 26, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Vagnoni, Griselda; Irish, John (May 27, 2017). G7 leaders blame US for failure to reach climate change agreement in unusually frank statement. The Independent. Retrieved May 27, 2017.
- Spiering, Charlie (May 27, 2017). Merkel Mad: Donald Trump Declines to Endorse Paris Climate Agreement. Breitbart News. Retrieved May 27, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Williams, Thomas D. PhD (May 27, 2017). President Trump Stands Up to G7 Leaders, Refuses to Ratify Climate Agreement. Breitbart News. Retrieved May 27, 2017.
- Boyer, Dave (May 26, 2017). Trump says he’ll make decision on climate-change agreement next week. The Washington Times. Retrieved May 27, 2017.
- Trump declines to join world leaders at G-7 in affirming Paris climate accord. Fox News. May 27, 2017. Retrieved May 27, 2017.
↑ Trump holds off climate change pact, will make decision ‘next week’. Breitbart News. May 27, 2017. Retrieved May 27, 2017.
↑ Stormy climate at G7 as Trump goes his own way. Breitbart News. May 27, 2017. Retrieved May 27, 2017.
↑ Lynch, Colum (May 25, 2017). Trump Advisor Stephen Miller Blocked G-7 Migration Proposal. Foreign Policy. Retrieved May 29, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Boyer, Dave (May 27, 2017). Trump calls his first international trip a ‘home run’ in speech at Naval Air Station Sigonella. The Washington Times. Retrieved May 27, 2017.
- Trump touts success on NATO, terrorism battle, thanks troops in trip-ending speech. Fox News. May 27, 2017. Retrieved May 27, 2017.
↑ Spiering, Charlie (May 27, 2017). Donald Trump Shuns Press Conference, Celebrates Successful Foreign Trip with American Troops. Breitbart News. Retrieved May 27, 2017.
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Multiple references:
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- Easley, Jonathan; Fabian, Jordan (July 8, 2017). 5 takeaways from Trump's dramatic weekend with world leaders. The Hill. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
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Multiple references:
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- Lord, Jeffrey (July 8, 2017). The Media’s Trump Derangement Syndrome. News Busters. Retrieved July 10, 2017.
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↑ ^147.0 ^147.1 Starr, Penny (July 9, 2017). Left-Wing Media: World Against President Trump at G20 Summit on Climate Change. Breitbart News. Retrieved July 10, 2017.
↑ Lane, Oliver JJ (July 6, 2017). Pictures: President Trump Meets With Polish President Duda On First Stop of Europe Tour. Breitbart News. Retrieved July 7, 2017.
↑ ^149.0 ^149.1 Sobczak, Pawel; Rampton, Roberta (July 6, 2017). Trump calls out Russia, cites efforts to subvert Western civilization. Reuters. Retrieved July 6, 2017.
↑ ^150.0 ^150.1 ^150.2 Westwood, Sarah (July 6, 2017). In sweeping speech, Trump calls out Russia for supporting 'hostile regimes'. Washington Examiner. Retrieved July 6, 2017.
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Mutiple references:
- Deacon, Liam (June 29, 2017). European Union Rattled by Trump’s Visit to Right Wing, Anti-Migrant Poland. Breitbart News. Retrieved July 6, 2017.
- Pawlak, Justyna (June 29, 2017). Unease in Brussels over Trump's Poland visit. Reuters. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
- Gera, Vanessa (June 12, 2017). Poland hails upcoming Trump visit as a ‘huge success’. The Washington Times. Retrieved July 7, 2017.
- Montgovery, Jack (July 6, 2017). MSM Reacts to Trump’s Poland Speech: ‘Talk of God, Country, and Family Won’t Go Down Well in the EU!’ Breitbart News. Retrieved July 7, 2017.
- Karni, Annie (July 6, 2017). Trump hands a victory to Polish nationalists. Politico. Retrieved July 9, 2017.
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Montgomery, Jack (July 6, 2017). President Trump Meets President Duda: ‘We’ve Never Been Closer to Poland Than We Are Right Now’. Breitbart News. Retrieved July 7, 2017.
Possibly coincidentally, President Trump sat beside a painting of John III Sobieski, who was known for halting the Ottoman Empire and, thus, the spread of Islam:
- Lane, Oliver JJ (July 6, 2017). Coincidence? Polish Government Seats Trump Beside Painting of Polish King Famed For Routing Islam from Europe. Breitbart News. Retrieved July 7, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Trump to European Leaders: Look at US as Energy Exporter. Voice of America. Retrieved July 9, 2017.
- Arter, Melanie (July 6, 2017). Trump to Three Seas Nations: If You Need Energy, ‘Give Us a Call’. CNS News. Retrieved July 9, 2017.
- Treene, Alayna (July 6, 2017). Trump reaffirms U.S. support for Three Seas Initiative. Axios. Retrieved July 9, 2017.
Polish President Andrzej Duda announced the summit would be moved to Warsaw, rather than southwestern Poland, due to President Trump's visit:
- Trump trip to Poland forces 3 Seas summit change. Fox News. June 13, 2017. Retrieved July 9, 2017.
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Speech transcript:
- President Trump Address at Krasinski Square. C-SPAN. July 6, 2017. Retrieved June 23, 2018.
- Remarks by President Trump to the People of Poland | July 6, 2017. whitehouse.gov. July 6, 2017. Retrieved July 13, 2017.
- Trump in Poland: Transcript of Warsaw remarks. Fox News. July 6, 2017. Retrieved July 13, 2017.
↑ ^155.0 ^155.1 Barone, Michael (July 6, 2017). Trump's 'remarkable' speech in Poland. Washington Examiner. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
↑ ^156.0 ^156.1 ^156.2 Lee, Tony (July 6, 2017). Top 9 Highlights from Emerging Trump Doctrine: West Will ‘Never, Ever Be Broken’. Breitbart News. Retrieved July 7, 2017.
↑ Montgomery, Jack (July 6, 2017). PICTURES: President Trump’s Speech Receives Rapturous Reception in Poland. Breitbart News. Retrieved July 6, 2017.
↑ Trump speech takes place at famed Warsaw Uprising monument. Breitbart News. July 6, 2017. Retrieved July 6, 2017.
↑ Continetti, Matthew (July 6, 2017). President Trump’s Remarkable Warsaw Speech. The Washington Free Beacon. Retrieved July 10, 2017.
↑ ^160.0 ^160.1 Newman, Alex (July 7, 2017). In Poland, Trump Defends Western Civilization and Freedom. The New American. Retrieved July 10, 2017.
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The mainstream media, such as The Washington Post, described the speech as "starkly populist and nationalistic":
- Phillip, Abby; Wagner, John; Birnbaum (July 6, 2017). Trump’s nationalist warning contrasts with European leaders’ optimism at G-20. The Washington Post. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
↑ ^162.0 ^162.1 Ridgwell, Henry (July 6, 2017). In Warsaw Speech, Trump Vows to Fight Terrorism, Back NATO Allies. Voice of America. Retrieved July 6, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Singman, Brooke (July 6, 2017). Trump, in Poland, vows 'the West will never, ever be broken'. Fox News. Retrieved July 6, 2017.
- Shelbourne, Mallory; Swanson, Ian (July 6, 2017). Trump in Poland: ‘Our values will prevail’. The Hill. Retrieved July 6, 2017.
- Nicholas, Peter (July 7, 2017). Donald Trump says West must defend its civilisation. The Australian (from The Wall Street Journal). Retrieved July 10, 2017.
- Edwards, Lee (July 7, 2017). Trump Defends the West. The Daily Signal. Retrieved July 10, 2017.
↑ Deacon, Liam (July 6, 2017). WATCH: Trump Praises Populist Poland, Says West Must ‘Defend Civilization’ and ‘Faith’. Breitbart News. Retrieved July 6, 2017.
↑ ^165.0 ^165.1 ^165.2 Boyer, Dave (July 6, 2017). Trump commits to NATO defense, slams Russian aggression. The Washington Times. Retrieved July 6, 2017.
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Pollak, Joel B. (July 6, 2017). Trump Renews Pledges in Warsaw After Obama’s Broken Promises to Prague. Breitbart News. Retrieved July 6, 2017.
The Trump Administration announced the sale of Patriot Missiles to Poland and noted shipments of LNG gas to the nation:
- Trump administration to sell Patriot missiles to Poland. Defense News (from the Associated Press). July 6, 2017. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
- Trump in Poland: Strengthening NATO, Shipping LNG and North Korea’s Bad Behavior. Voice of America. July 6, 2017. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
Poland entered talks with Lockheed Martin for using the HIMARS artillery rocket system:
- Carlson, Stephen (July 7, 2017). Poland in talks with Lockheed for inidigenous HIMARS rocket system. UPI. Retrieved July 11, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Singman, Brooke (July 6, 2017). Trump chides Russia ahead of Putin meeting, though not enough for Dem critics. Fox News. Retrieved July 6, 2017.
- Miller, S.A. (July 6, 2017). Trump in Europe slams Obama for doing nothing amid Russia election meddling. The Washington Times. Retrieved July 6, 2017.
- Antle III, W. James (July 8, 2017). Democrats find Trump's Russia rebuke too little, too late. Washington Examiner. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
↑ Ryun, Ned (July 12, 2017). President Trump Calling out of Russia the Furthest Thing from Appeasement. Breitbart News. Retrieved July 12, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Martosko, David (July 6, 2017). Trump warns Poles against the 'steady creep of government bureaucracy' as he throws shade at Angela Merkel before jetting off to Germany. Daily Mail. Retrieved July 7, 2017.
- Jones, Susan (July 6, 2017). Trump: ‘If We Do Not Have Strong Families and Strong Values…We Will Not Survive’. CNS News. Retrieved July 7, 2017.
↑ Wishon, Jennifer (July 6, 2017). 'We Want God': President Trump Defends Faith, Family, Freedom in Poland Speech. CBN News. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
↑ Williams, Thomas D. (July 8, 2017). President Trump Praises Saint John Paul II as ‘Great Hero’ of Poland. Breitbart News. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Pollak, Joel B. (July 7, 2017). Blue State Blues: Trump’s Liberal Nationalism vs. Obama’s Socialist Internationalism. Breitbart News. Retrieved July 7, 2017.
- Hurt, Charles (July 6, 2017). Making no apologies, President Trump replaces Obama Doctrine with American Exceptionalism. The Washington Times. Retrieved July 7, 2017.
- Shaw, Adam (July 6, 2017). Adam Shaw: Trump’s Poland Speech is the Final Nail in the Coffin of the Obama Era. Breitbart News. Retrieved July 7, 2017.
↑ Kassam, Raheem (July 8, 2017). KASSAM: The Economist Panics As Trump Puts Tradition over Globalist Obsessions. Breitbart News. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
↑ Heinlein, Peter (July 9, 2017). Trump’s G-20 Performance Gets Mixed Reviews. Voice of America. Retrieved July 10, 2017.
↑ Kassam, Raheem (July 11, 2017). EXCLUSIVE–Polish Govt: Trump’s Perceived ‘Friendliness’ With Russia No Concern After Warsaw Speech. Breitbart News. Retrieved July 11, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Hanchett, Ian (July 8, 2017). Trump: ‘Era of Economic Surrender Is Over’. Breitbart News. Retrieved July 9, 2017.
- Quinn, Melissa (July 7, 2017). Trump reiterates commitment to 'America first' in weekly address. Washington Examiner. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
- Greenwood, Max (July 7, 2017). Trump touts 'America first' agenda in weekly address as he meets world leaders. The Hill. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Ramirez, Luis (July 8, 2017). Trump Makes News at G-20 Summit With Climate Change Stance, Putin Meeting. Voice of America. Retrieved July 9, 2017.
- Balluck, Kyle (July 9, 2017). Trump touts G20 summit as ‘great success’ for US. The Hill. Retrieved July 9, 2017.
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Manchester, Julia (July 8, 2017). Trump holds whirlwind meetings with world leaders at G20. The Hill. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
In his meeting with Mexico's president, Trump reaffirmed his stance that Mexico should pay for the wall:
- Moons, Michelle (July 7, 2017). Trump at G20 with Mexican President: Mexico ‘Absolutely’ Paying for Border Wall. Breitbart News. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Miller, S.A. (July 7, 2017). Trump, Putin face-off at G-20 in Germany: ‘Very, very good talks’. The Washington Times. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
- Trump presses Putin on Syria, US election meddling in first meeting. Fox News. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
- Moons, Michelle (July 7, 2017). Donald Trump Meets with Vladimir Putin After Press Conference. Breitbart News. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
- Miller, S.A.; Persons, Sally (July 7, 2017). Trump dives into election hacking issue with Putin: ‘Very robust and lengthy exchange’. The Washington Times. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
- Trump, Putin meet for the first time: Here's what they discussed. Fox News. July 7, 2017. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
Although scheduled for 30 minutes, the meeting lasted over two hours:
- Greenwood, Max (July 7, 2017). Trump-Putin meeting, scheduled for 30 minutes, lasted over two hours. The Hill. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Hayward, John (July 7, 2017). U.S. and Russia Announce Ceasefire for Syria After Trump-Putin Meeting. Breitbart News. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
- Lederman, Josh; Salama, Vivian; Thomas, Ken (July 7, 2017). US, Russia announce Syria cease-fire after Trump-Putin talks. Fox News. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
- Miller, S.A. (July 8, 2017). U.S., Russia broker cease-fire in Syria: Report. The Washington Times. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
- Xenakis, John J. (July 11, 2017). World View: With Ceasefire, American Forces Become More Deeply Involved in Syria’s Civil War. Breitbart News. Retrieved July 11, 2017.
The ceasefire went into effect on July 9:
- U.S.-Russian Cease-fire Deal Holding in Southwest Syria. Voice of America. July 9, 2017. Retrieved July 9, 2017.
- Syria cease-fire goes into effect in southern part of country. Fox News. July 9, 2017. Retrieved July 9, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- G-20 summit: Trump blocked out on Paris climate accord as 19 members reaffirm. Fox News. July 8, 2017. Retrieved July 9, 2017.
- G20: Leaders Agree on Free Trade, Disagree on Climate Deal, Migrant Crisis. Breitbart News. July 9, 2017. Retrieved July 9, 2017.
- King, Robert (July 8, 2017). G-20 countries, sans the US, recommit to Paris climate accords. Washington Examiner. Retrieved July 9, 2017.
- Byas, Steve (July 10, 2017). Trump Resists Globalization at G-20 Summit. The New American. Retrieved July 16, 2017.
Angela Merkel, the host of the 2017 G-20 summit, earlier stated her intention to weaken the group's climate statement in order to appease President Trump:
- Delingpole, James (June 30, 2017). Delingpole: Germany Surrenders to Trump, Waters Down G20 Climate Plan #Winning. Breitbart News. Retrieved July 1, 2017.
- Pearce, Tim (June 30, 2017). Germany Weakens G20 Climate Plan To Appease Trump, But Will It Work? The Daily Caller. Retrieved July 1, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Jozwiak, Rikard (July 8, 2017). Trump Wins Concessions On Climate, Trade As G20 Leaders Agree On Summit Statement. Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty. Retrieved July 9, 2017.
- Peker, Emre; Horobin, William (July 9, 2017). G20 2017: Leaders compromise on trade, split on climate. The Australian. Retrieved July 9, 2017.
- Delcker, Janosch; Herszenhorn, David M. (July 8, 2017). Angela Merkel steers G20 leaders to compromise on trade. Politico. Retrieved July 9, 2017.
↑ Boyer, Dave (July 10, 2017). Trump achieved goals in G-20 summit, White House official says. The Washington Times. Retrieved July 11, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- York, Bryan (July 10, 2017). Byron York: For Trump critics, to follow is to lead. Washington Examiner. Retrieved July 10, 2017.
- Czinkota, Michael (July 9, 2017). Thanks to Trump, America shows true leadership on the world stage. The Hill. Retrieved July 9, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Wilkinson, James (July 8, 2017). Trump goes his own way: The president wears an American Flag pin instead of a G20 logo like other world leaders. Daily Mail. Retrieved August 7, 2017.
- Jalsevac, Steve (July 17, 2017). Trump has saved many nations from evils of globalist Paris Climate Agreement. LifeSiteNews. Retrieved August 7, 2017.
- Tillison, Tom (July 9, 2017). Trump shuns G20 lapel pin worn by other leaders, struts US flag instead … here’s the thanks he’s getting. BizPac Review. Retrieved August 7, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Saine, Cincy (July 11, 2017). Tillerson Signs Pact with Qatar to Curb Terrorism Financing. Voice of America. Retrieved July 11, 2017.
- Schreck, Adam; Hyde, Maggie (July 11, 2017). US inks anti-terror deal with Qatar in press to end dispute. Fox News (from the Associated Press). Retrieved July 11, 2017.
- Rebecca, Kheel (July 11, 2017). US, Qatar agree to counterterrorism plan amid diplomatic crisis. The Hill. Retrieved July 11, 2017.
- Finn, Tom (July 10, 2017). U.S., Qatar sign agreement on combating terrorism financing. Reuters. Retrieved July 11, 2017.
Despite the agreement, the diplomatic crisis between Qatar and the other Arab nations continued:
- Bredemeier, Ken; Saine, Cindy (July 13, 2017). Tillerson Ends Persian Gulf Trip With No Breakthrough on Qatar Blockade. Voice of America. Retrieved July 16, 2017.
- Tillerson leaves Gulf after making proposals to end crisis. Reuters. July 13, 2017. Retrieved July 16, 2017.
Qatar appeared to make additional progress in taking action against terrorism:
- Mora, Edwin (January 17, 2018). Trump ‘Thanks’ Qatar for Taking ‘Action to Counter Terrorism and Extremism in All Forms’. Breitbart News. Retrieved January 22, 2018.
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Multiple references:
- Connor, Neil (April 17, 2017). Donald Trump says China is working with the US over North Korea. The Telegraph. Retrieved July 13, 2017.
- Gaydos, Ryan (July 13, 2017). China's Xi tells Trump he wants peaceful solution to North Korea. Fox News. Retrieved July 13, 2017.
On July 5, 2017, President Trump signaled that he was finished working with China:
- Wong, Kristina (July 5, 2017). Trump: ‘So Much for China Working with Us’ on North Korea. Breitbart News. Retrieved July 13, 2017.
- Derespina, Cody (July 5, 2017). After North Korea missile test, Trump tweets: 'So much for China working with us'. Fox News. Retrieved July 13, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Starr, Penny (July 11, 2017). 6 Ways Trump Admin Is Confronting an Increasingly Belligerent China. Breitbart News. Retrieved July 13, 2017.
- Wong, Kristina (July 19, 2017). WINNING: Five Pentagon Successes Under President Trump. Breitbart News. Retrieved July 20, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Martel, Frances (December 18, 2017). Five Ways Donald Trump’s National Security Strategy Challenges China. Breitbart News. Retrieved December 18, 2017.
- Mora, Edwin (December 19, 2017). Donald Trump’s National Security Strategy: Chinese Opioids Flooding Country a National Security Threat. Breitbart News. Retrieved December 19, 2017.
- Kliman, David (December 22, 2017). Trump's NSS takes a harder line on China. Axios. Retrieved December 22, 2017.
- Wong, Kristina (December 18, 2017). Trump Names China as ‘Strategic Competitor’ in National Security Strategy. Breitbart News. Retrieved December 18, 2017.
- Rogin, Josh (December 18, 2017). Trump’s National Security Strategy marks a hawkish turn on China. The Washington Post. Retrieved December 18, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Schwartz, Felicia (June 29, 2018). Trump Administration Approves $1.42 Billion in Arms Sales to Taiwan. The Wall Street Journal. Retrieved July 20, 2018.
- Tomkins, Richard (July 30, 2017). Taiwan approved for U.S. arms buy worth nearly $1.4 billion. UPI. Retrieved July 20, 2018.
- Mitchell, Ellen (July 29, 2018). US to sell $1.4B in weapons systems to Taiwan. The Hill. Retrieved July 20, 2018.
- Brunnstrom, David; Mohammed, Arshad (June 29, 2018). U.S. plans to sell Taiwan about $1.42 billion in arms. Reuters. Retrieved July 20, 2018.
- Harris, Gardiner (June 29, 2017). U.S., Hardening Line on China, Approves $1 Billion Arms Sale to Taiwan. The New York Times. Retrieved July 20, 2018.
- State Department approves $1.4B arms sale to Taiwan. CBS News (from the Associated Press). June 29, 2018. Retrieved July 20, 2018.
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Multiple references:
- Bennett, Jonah (July 19, 2017). Trump Kills Covert CIA Program To Arm Syrian Rebels. The Daily Caller. Retrieved July 20, 2017.
- Hayward, John (July 19, 2017). Report: Trump Ending Obama’s Covert CIA Program to Arm and Train Syrian Rebels. Breitbart News. Retrieved July 20, 2017.
- Mass, Warren (July 20, 2017). Trump Ends CIA Aid to Anti-Assad Syrian Rebels Linked to ISIS. The New American. Retrieved April 13, 2018.
- Walcott, John (July 19, 2017). Trump ends CIA arms support for anti-Assad Syria rebels: U.S. officials. Reuters. Retrieved July 20, 2017.
- Sanger, David E.; Schmitt, Eric; Hubbard, Ben (July 19, 2017). Trump Ends Covert Aid to Syrian Rebels Trying to Topple Assad. The New York Times. Retrieved May 19, 2018.
- Syria war: Trump 'ends CIA arms programme for rebels'. BBC. July 20, 2017. Retrieved July 20, 2017.
See also:
- Johnson, Natalie (December 20, 2017). Report: Arms Supplied by the U.S. to Syrian Rebels Often Fell into the Hands of ISIS. The Washington Free Beacon. Retrieved December 26, 2017.
- McKay, Hollie (May 15, 2018). 'I gave the US trucks and ammunition to Al Qaeda': The chaotic US effort to arm Syrian rebels. Fox News. Retrieved July 23, 2018.
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Multiple references:
- Nissenbaum, Dion; Lubold, Gordon; Barnes, Julian E. (May 9, 2017). Trump Set to Arm Kurds in ISIS Fight, Angering Turkey. The Wall Street Journal. Retrieved July 23, 2018.
- Hayward, John (May 9, 2017). Trump Defies Turkey, Approves Heavy Weapons for Syrian Kurds. Breitbart News. Retrieved July 23, 2018.
- Huff, Zach D. (May 10, 2017). Trump Support for Syrian Kurds Recharges Plan to Liberate Islamic State ‘Capital’ Raqqa. Breitbart News. Retrieved July 23, 2018.
- Tomlinson, Lucas (May 9, 2017). Pentagon announces plan to arm Kurds in Syria, over Turkish objections. Fox News. Retrieved July 23, 2018.
- Gordon, Michael R.; Schmitt, Eric (May 9, 2017). Trump to Arm Syrian Kurds, Even as Turkey Strongly Objects. The New York Times. Retrieved July 23, 2018.
- US begins arming Syrian Kurds in effort to retake ISIS stronghold. Fox News. May 30, 2017. Retrieved July 23, 2018.
See also:
- Timeline of events in Syrian city of Raqqa, once IS capital. Fox News (from the Associated Press). October 17, 2017. Retrieved July 23, 2018.
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Multiple references:
- Shaw, Adam (August 21, 2017). Trump’s ‘America First’ Base Unhappy with Flip-Flop Afghanistan Speech. Breitbart News. Retrieved August 23, 2017.
- Kassam, Raheem (August 21, 2017). His McMaster’s Voice: Is Trump’s Afghanistan Policy THAT Different from Obama’s? Breitbart News. Retrieved August 23, 2017.
Neoconservatives supported President Trump's plan:
- Easley, Jonathan (August 22, 2017). Neocons cheer Trump's Afghanistan strategy. The Hill. Retrieved August 23, 2017.
- Shaw, Adam (August 30, 2017). Gorka: Trump’s Afghanistan Speech Represents ‘Resurgence of the Flawed Thinking of the Last 16 Years’. Breitbart News. Retrieved August 30, 2017.
See also:
- Herman, Steve (August 22, 2017). Trump Unveils ‘Path Forward’ on Afghanistan. Voice of America. Retrieved August 23, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Wong, Kristina (August 21, 2017). Trump Debuts Afghanistan Strategy: ‘We Are Not Nation-Building Again, We Are Killing Terrorists’. Breitbart News. Retrieved August 23, 2017.
- Singman, Brooke (August 21, 2017). Afghanistan speech: Trump rejects ‘timetables,’ ups pressure on Pakistan, refocuses on ‘killing terrorists’. Fox News. Retrieved August 23, 2017.
- New Afghanistan Plan Could Offer Clues to 'Trump Doctrine'. Newsmax (from the Associated Press). August 23, 2017. Retrieved August 23, 2017.
- Murphy, Mike (August 21, 2017). Trump steps up fight against Taliban, declares end to nation-building. MarketWatch. Retrieved August 23, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Miller, S.A. (November 15, 2017). Trump declares Asia trip a roaring success: ‘America is back’. The Washington Times. Retrieved November 17, 2017.
- Trump Reviews Asia Trip, Says US Global Standing 'Never Been Stronger'. Voice of America. November 15, 2017. Retrieved November 17, 2017.
- Pandey, Erica (November 15, 2017). Trump defends 'America First' in first speech after Asia trip. Axios. Retrieved November 17, 2017.
- Chalmers, John; Holland, Steve (November 14, 2017). Trump heads home with 'America First' ringing in Asian ears. Reuters. Retrieved November 17, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Spiering, Charlie (November 13, 2017). Donald Trump Talks Tough on Trade in Japan. Breitbart News. Retrieved November 13, 2017.
- Herman, Steve (November 6, 2017). US Trade with Japan ‘Not Fair or Open’ Trump Tells Business Leaders. Voice of America. Retrieved November 13, 2017.
- Trump Lashes Out At U.S.-Japan Trade Deals In Tokyo Comments. Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty. November 6, 2017. Retrieved November 13, 2017.
- Jackson, David (November 5, 2017). Trump: Japan is 'winning' with free trade. USA Today. Retrieved November 13, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Spiering, Charlie (November 8, 2017). Donald Trump Doesn’t Bow to Japanese Emperor In Contrast with Barack Obama. Breitbart News. Retrieved November 13, 2017.
- Trump greets Japanese emperor with a handshake and nod - but no bow. Reuters. November 5, 2017. Retrieved November 13, 2017.
- Chan, Tara Francis (November 6, 2017). Breaking with tradition, Trump did not bow to Japan's emperor — he nodded his head instead. Business Insider. Retrieved November 13, 2017.
- Curl, Joseph (November 6, 2017). AMERICA FIRST: Trump Doesn't Bow To Japanese Emperor. The Daily Wire. Retrieved November 13, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Spiering, Charlie (November 9, 2017). Donald Trump: I Blame Previous Presidents for Massive Trade Deficit, Not China. Breitbart News. Retrieved November 17, 2017.
- Trump says US trade with China has not been fair, urges country to squeeze North Korea. Fox News. November 9, 2017. Retrieved November 17, 2017.
- Lawler, Dave (November 9, 2017). Trump to Chinese leaders: I don't blame you for taking advantage of us. Axios. Retrieved November 17, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Trump talks tough on trade, reaffirms 'America first' policy at Asia summit. Fox News. November 10, 2017. Retrieved November 13, 2017.
- Spiering, Charlie (November 13, 2017). Donald Trump Challenges China and World Trade Organization in APEC Speech. Breitbart News. Retrieved November 13, 2017.
- Newman, Alex (November 14, 2017). In Asia, Trump Slams “Trade” Deals that “Surrender Sovereignty”. The New American. Retrieved November 25, 2017.
- Colvin, Jill; Lemire, Jonathan (November 10, 2017). Trump at APEC summit says U.S. will no longer be taken advantage of on trade. The Washington Times (from the Associated Press). Retrieved November 13, 2017.
- Holland, Steve; Tostevin, Matthew (November 10, 2017). Trump brings tough trade message in vision for Asia. Reuters. Retrieved November 13, 2017.
- Greenwood, Max (November 10, 2017). Trump in Vietnam: US will not 'be taken advantage of anymore'. The Hill. Retrieved November 13, 2017.
- Jackson, David (November 10, 2017). Trump tells APEC summit: 'I am always going to put America first'. USA Today. Retrieved November 13, 2017.
- Davis, Julie Hirschfeld; Landler, Mark (November 10, 2017). Trump Pitches 'America First' Trade Policy at Asia-Pacific Gathering. The New York Times. Retrieved November 13, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Lee, Matthew (December 6, 2017). Trump flouts warnings, declares Jerusalem Israel's capital. Fox News (from the Associated Press). Retrieved December 6, 2017.
- Williams, Thomas D. (December 6, 2017). European Leaders Join Arabs and Muslims in Opposing U.S. Embassy Move to Jerusalem. Breitbart News. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
- Heinrich, Mark (December 6, 2017). Arabs, Europe, U.N. reject Trump's recognition of Jerusalem as Israeli capital. Reuters. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
- Jerusalem: Trump move prompts negative world reaction. BBC News. December 6, 2017. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
- Global leaders regret, reject Trump recognition of Jerusalem as Israel’s capital. The Times of Israel. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
- Horowitz, Jason (December 6, 2017). U.N., European Union and Pope Criticize Trump's Jerusalem Anncouncement. The New York Times. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
Israel, naturally, supported the decision:
- Moons, Michelle (December 6, 2017). PM Benjamin Netanyahu Thanks Donald Trump for ‘Historic Decision’ to Recognize Jerusalem as Israel’s Capital. Breitbart News. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
- Pollak, Joel B. (December 6, 2017). Israel Thanks Trump for Jerusalem Recognition, Embassy Move: ‘Like Cyrus’ the Great. Breitbart News. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
- Gehrke, Joel (December 6, 2017). Netanyahu to Trump: The Jewish people 'will be forever grateful'. Washington Examiner. Retrieved March 4, 2019.
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Multiple references:
- Proclamation 9683 of December 6, 2017 -- Recognizing Jerusalem as the Capital of the State of Israel and Relocating the United States Embassy to Israel to Jerusalem. Federal Register. Retrieved December 12, 2017.
- Heinlein, Peter (December 6, 2017). Trump Recognizes Jerusalem as Israeli Capital. Voice of America. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
- Boyer, Dave (December 6, 2017). Trump’s recognition of Jerusalem as Israeli capital fulfills campaign promise broken by predecessors. The Washington Times. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
- Holland, Steve; Lubell, Maayan (December 6, 2017). Trump recognizes Jerusalem as Israel's capital, reversing longtime U.S. policy. Reuters. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
- Pappas, Alex (December 6, 2017). Trump officially recognizes Jerusalem as Israel's capital, orders embassy move for US. Fox News. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
- Pollak, Joel B. (December 6, 2017). Trump: ‘I Have Determined That It Is Time to Officially Recognize Jerusalem as the Capital of Israel’. Breitbart News. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
- Byas, Steve (December 6, 2017). Trump Respects Israel’s Sovereignty in Embassy Move to Jerusalem. The New American. Retrieved December 16, 2017.
See also:
- Klein, Philip (December 6, 2017). Jerusalem announcement shows upside of Trump's willingness to smash norms. Washington Examiner. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
- Hayward, John (December 7, 2017). Bolton: Jerusalem a Bold Move That ‘Marks Trump as a Very Different Kind of Contemporary American Leader’. Breitbart News. Retrieved December 7, 2017.
- Trump's Announcement on Jerusalem Explained. Voice of America. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
- Why It Matters: The US Pivot on Jerusalem. Voice of America (from the Associated Press). December 7, 2017. Retrieved December 16, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Trump tweet touts Jerusalem move, taunts past presidents. Fox News. December 8, 2017. Retrieved December 16, 2017.
- Greenwood, Max (December 8, 2017). Trump posts video of past presidents’ statements on Israel embassy. The Hill. Retrieved December 16, 2017.
- Quinn, Melissa (December 8, 2017). Trump boasts after Jerusalem decision: 'I fulfilled' promise 'others did not'. Washington Examiner. Retrieved December 16, 2017.
See also:
- Friedman, David (December 6, 2019). Ambassador David Friedman: Trump kept this key promise on Israel exactly 2 years ago – Unlike his predecessors. Fox News. Retrieved December 6, 2019.
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Multiple references:
- Klein, Aaron (December 18, 2017). U.S. Vetoes UN Security Council Resolution Seeking to Rescind Trump’s Jerusalem Recognition. Breitbart News. Retrieved December 18, 2017.
- Shawn, Eric (December 18, 2017). US vetoes UN resolution condemning Trump's Jerusalem decision. Fox News. Retrieved December 18, 2017.
- Besheer, Margaret (December 18, 2017). US Vetoes UN Resolution Rejecting Washington’s Recognition of Jerusalem as Israeli Capital. Voice of America. Retrieved December 18, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Singman, Brooke; Berger, Judson (May 14, 2018). US opens embassy in Jerusalem, recognizing city as ‘true capital’ of Israel. Fox News. Retrieved May 14, 2018.
- Spiering, Charlie (May 14, 2018). Donald Trump Officially Opens U.S. Embassy in ‘Historic and Sacred Land of Jerusalem’. Breitbart News. Retrieved May 14, 2018.
- Pollak, Joel B. (May 15, 2018). Jerusalem Embassy Opening: A Ray of Light. Breitbart News. Retrieved May 15, 2018.
- Schwartz, Felicia (May 13, 2018). U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem Opens to a Fraught Climate. The Wall Street Journal. Retrieved May 14, 2018.
- Williams, Dan (May 14, 2018). Israeli joy, Palestinian fury over U.S. embassy launch in Jerusalem. Reuters. Retrieved May 14, 2018.
- Fabian, Jordan (May 14, 2018). U.S. opens embassy in Jerusalem amid violence. The Hill. Retrieved May 14, 2018.
- Domonoske, Camila (May 14, 2018). U.S. Dedicates New Embassy In Jerusalem. NPR. Retrieved May 14, 2018.
Pictures of the events:
- U.S. Embassy moves to Jerusalem. USA Today. May 13, 2018. Retrieved May 14, 2018.
See also:
- Jones, Rory; Lieber, Dov (May 14, 2018). 5 Things to Know About the U.S. Embassy’s Move to Jerusalem. The Wall Street Journal. Retrieved May 14, 2018.
- Spiering, Charlie (May 14, 2018). Hogan Gidley: Embassy Move to Jerusalem Another Promise Donald Trump Has Kept. Breitbart News. Retrieved May 14, 2018.
- Walker, Scott (June 13, 2019). Why moving the U.S. Embassy to Jerusalem was smart. The Washington Times. Retrieved June 17, 2019.
Positive reactions to the move:
- Pollak, Joel B. (May 13, 2018). ‘Thank You President Trump’ on Walls of Jerusalem on Eve of Embassy Move. Breitbart News. Retrieved May 14, 2018.
- Starr, Penny (May 14, 2018). Netanyahu to Trump at U.S. Embassy Opening: ‘By Recognizing History You Have Made History’. Breitbart News. Retrieved May 14, 2018.
- From Washington to Jerusalem. The Wall Street Journal. May 14, 2018. Retrieved May 14, 2018.
- Srdoc, Natasha; Samy, Joel Anand (May 14, 2018). America’s Embassy Opening in Jerusalem Affirms Israel’s Sovereignty. The Western Journal. Retrieved May 14, 2018.
Reactions from American Christians:
- Starr, Penny (May 13, 2018). Exclusive: American Christians Celebrate Historic Opening of U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem. Breitbart News. Retrieved May 14, 2018.
- Nance, Penny Young (May 14, 2018). Penny Nance: Here is why the US Embassy move to Jerusalem is so important to American Christians. Fox News. Retrieved May 14, 2018.
- Klukowski, Ken; Pollak, Joel B. (May 15, 2018). Evangelical Christian Leaders Praise Trump and Thank Americans of Faith in Jerusalem. Breitbart News. Retrieved May 15, 2018.
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Multiple references:
- Starr, Penny (June 30, 2017). Winning: NATO Heeds Trump’s Call to Make Member Nations Pay Fair Share. Breitbart News. Retrieved July 4, 2017.
- Emmott, Robin (June 28, 2017). Trump effect? Europe's defense spending to rise faster in 2017. Reuters. Retrieved July 4, 2017.
- Banks, Martin (June 30, 2017). Defense spending increased 'significantly' among NATO allies. Defense News. Retrieved July 4, 2017.
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Pollak, Joel B. (July 6, 2017). Trump Has Had 50% More Meetings with Foreign Leaders than Obama. Breitbart News. Retrieved July 7, 2017.
See also:
- Martel, Frances (December 26, 2017). Trump International: 7 Highlights of the President’s Trips Abroad in 2017. Breitbart News. Retrieved December 26, 2017.
↑ Bredemeier, Ken (July 20, 2017). By the Numbers: Six Months into Trump's Presidency. Voice of America. Retrieved July 21, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Superville, Darlene (December 26, 2017). Where’s the party? No state dinner in Trump’s first year. Associated Press. Retrieved April 25, 2018.
- Savransky, Rebecca (December 26, 2017). Trump is first president in nearly a century to not host a first-year state dinner. The Hill. Retrieved April 25, 2018.
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Multiple references:
- Schallhorn, Kaitlyn (April 24, 2018). Trump's first state dinner held in honor of French President Macron: What to know. Fox News. Retrieved April 25, 2018.
- Chamberlain, Samuel (April 24, 2018). Trump, Macron honor 'joint history' between US, France at White House state dinner. Fox News. Retrieved April 25, 2018.
- Miller, S.A. (April 23, 2018). Trump goes all out for first state visit, will welcome Emmanuel Macron. The Washington Times. Retrieved April 25, 2018.
- Moons, Michelle (April 24, 2018). President Trump and First Lady Welcome Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron with Military and Cannon Fire on First State Visit. Breitbart News. Retrieved April 25, 2018.
- Moons, Michelle (February 26, 2018). France President Emmanuel Macron Will Be First State Visit of Trump Administration. Breitbart News. Retrieved April 25, 2018.
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Multiple references:
- Boyer, Dave (April 11, 2017). Trump certifies addition of Montenegro in NATO over Russian opposition. The Washington Times. Retrieved April 21, 2017.
- US Senate approves Montenegro as newest NATO member. Breitbart News. March 28, 2017. Retrieved May 25, 2017.
Montenegro officially joined NATO on June 5, 2017:
- Milic, Predrag (June 5, 2017). Defying Russia, Montenegro finally joins NATO. Fox News. Retrieved June 7, 2017.
- Jozwiak, Rikard (June 7, 2017). NATO Welcomes Newest Member Montenegro. Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty. Retrieved June 7, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Miller, S.A. (May 20, 2017). Trump inks defense, investment deals with Saudi King Salman. The Washington Times. Retrieved May 21, 2017.
- US approves $1.4 bn slice of massive Saudi arms deal. Breitbart News. June 5, 2017. Retrieved June 5, 2017.
Some analysts argued that the $110 billion deal was only a sham or for show:
- McIntyre, Jamie (June 6, 2017). Trump's $110 billion arms deal with Saudi Arabia is 'fake news,' defense expert says. Washington Examiner. Retrieved June 7, 2017.
A Senate resolution to block part of the deal failed on June 13, 2017:
- Dinan, Stephen (June 13, 2017). Senate preserves Trump arms deal with Saudi Arabia. The Washington Times. Retrieved June 13, 2017.
- Carney, Jordain (June 13, 2017). Senate rejects effort to block Saudi arms sale. The Hill. Retrieved June 13, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Rodriguez, Katherine (May 20, 2017). Blackstone, Saudi Arabia Announce $40 Billion Investment in U.S. Infrastructure. Breitbart News. Retrieved May 21, 2017.
- Shamseddine, Reem; Paul Katie (May 20, 2017). U.S., Saudi firms sign tens of billions of dollars of deals as Trump visits. Reuters. Retrieved May 21, 2017.
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Speech transcript:
- President Trump’s Speech to the Arab Islamic American Summit. whitehouse.gov. May 21, 2017. Retrieved July 13, 2017.
- Transcript of Trump's speech at Arab Islamic American Summit. Fox News. May 21, 2017. Retrieved July 13, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Miller, S.A. (May 21, 2017). In historic speech, Trump implores Muslim world to rip out Islamic extremism at its roots. The Washington Times. Retrieved May 21, 2017.
- Trump, in speech to Muslim leaders, calls for shutting down terror funding. Fox News. May 21, 2017. Retrieved May 21, 2017.
- Spiering, Charlie (May 21, 2017). ‘Drive Them Out!’ — Donald Trump Challenges Muslims to Take On Terrorism. Breitbart News. Retrieved May 21, 2017.
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Multiple references:
- Wallace, Christopher (October 5, 2017). Obama holdovers, vacancies remain at top levels of State Department. Fox News. Retrieved October 28, 2017.
- Landler, Mark (April 1, 2017). Meet the Obama Holdovers Who Survived Trump’s Sweep. The New York Times. Retrieved October 28, 2017.
- Report: #NeverTrump State Department Aides ‘Boxing Out’ America Firsters. Breitbart News. October 21, 2017. Retrieved November 3, 2017.
See also:
- Byrnes, Jesse (November 2, 2017). Trump on lack of nominees: 'I am the only one that matters'. The Hill. Retrieved November 3, 2017.
- Hayward, John (January 26, 2017). Fake News: Media Reports State Dept. ‘Mass Resignation,’ Officials Actually Fired. Breitbart News. Retrieved November 3, 2017.

[1] Collinson, Stephen (April 14, 2017). Trump carves out tough commander-in-chief posture. CNN. Retrieved April 14, 2017.

[2] Wong, Kristina (July 3, 2017). President Trump’s ‘Unpredictable’ Foreign Policy Bears Fruit. Breitbart News. Retrieved July 4, 2017.

[3] Taylor, Guy; Boylan, Dan (April 27, 2017). Trump’s unconventional foreign policy makes consequential impact in first 100 days. The Washington Times. Retrieved April 28, 2017.

[4] Llorente, Elizabeth (April 14, 2017). Ex-Obama officials say hesitation to use force in Syria, elsewhere, emboldened adversaries. Fox News. Retrieved April 14, 2017.
Despite this article's title, it confirms the Trump Administration's divergence from Obama's foreign policy:
Heinlein, Peter (July 19, 2017). Despite Rhetoric, Trump's Foreign Policy Hews Close to Obama's. Voice of America. Retrieved July 20, 2017.

[5] Heinlein, Peter (July 19, 2017). Despite Rhetoric, Trump's Foreign Policy Hews Close to Obama's. Voice of America. Retrieved July 20, 2017.

[5] Talmadge, Eric (April 14, 2017). N. Korean official: Ready for war if Trump wants it. Yahoo News (from the Associated Press). Retrieved April 14, 2017.

[6] Kheel, Rebecca (December 25, 2017). Trump roils the globe in first year as commander in chief. The Hill. Retrieved December 25, 2017.

[7] Starr, Penny (June 22, 2017). Mike Pence: President Trump is Restoring U.S. Leadership in the Free World by ‘Putting America First’. Breitbart News. Retrieved June 23, 2017.

[AmericaFirstUN-8] 8.0 ^8.1 ^8.2 Multiple references:
Greenwood, Max (September 19, 2017). Trump: I will always put America first. The Hill. Retrieved September 24, 2017.

Shaw, Adam (September 19, 2017). Donald Trump Gives Full-Throated Defense of ‘America First’ in U.N. Speech. Breitbart News. Retrieved September 24, 2017.

Boyer, Dave (September 19, 2017). Trump defines ‘America First’ to wary world leaders at U.N., warns North Korea and Iran. The Washington Times. Retrieved September 24, 2017.

Nakamura, David; Gearan, Anne (September 19, 2017). Trump defends ‘America first’ foreign policy at U.N., threatens to ‘totally destroy’ North Korea. The Washington Post. Retrieved September 24, 2017.

[10] Greenwood, Max (September 19, 2017). Trump: I will always put America first. The Hill. Retrieved September 24, 2017.

[11] Shaw, Adam (September 19, 2017). Donald Trump Gives Full-Throated Defense of ‘America First’ in U.N. Speech. Breitbart News. Retrieved September 24, 2017.

[12] Boyer, Dave (September 19, 2017). Trump defines ‘America First’ to wary world leaders at U.N., warns North Korea and Iran. The Washington Times. Retrieved September 24, 2017.

[13] Nakamura, David; Gearan, Anne (September 19, 2017). Trump defends ‘America first’ foreign policy at U.N., threatens to ‘totally destroy’ North Korea. The Washington Post. Retrieved September 24, 2017.

[Sovereignty-9] 9.0 ^9.1 Tartar, Andre (September 22, 2017). Exactly How Many Times Did Trump Talk About Sovereignty? Bloomberg. Retrieved October 28, 2017.

[10] Multiple references:
Newman, Alex (September 20, 2017). In “America First” Speech At UN, Trump Defends Sovereignty. The New American. Retrieved October 28, 2017.

Ma, Ying (October 11, 2017). Dear intellectual elites: Sovereignty is what 'America First' foreign policy is all about. Washington Examiner. Retrieved October 28, 2017.

Kurtz, Stanley (October 4, 2017). The Sovereignty Theme in Trump’s Foreign Policy. National Review. Retrieved October 28, 2017.

[16] Newman, Alex (September 20, 2017). In “America First” Speech At UN, Trump Defends Sovereignty. The New American. Retrieved October 28, 2017.

[17] Ma, Ying (October 11, 2017). Dear intellectual elites: Sovereignty is what 'America First' foreign policy is all about. Washington Examiner. Retrieved October 28, 2017.

[18] Kurtz, Stanley (October 4, 2017). The Sovereignty Theme in Trump’s Foreign Policy. National Review. Retrieved October 28, 2017.

[FulfilAmbitious-11] 11.0 ^11.1 Boyer, Dave (May 25, 2017). Trump fulfills ambitious agenda on first trip abroad, eclipsing Obama’s record during first year. The Washington Times. Retrieved May 25, 2017.

[12] Bergen, Peter (December 26, 2017). Trump has scored some successes in foreign policy CNN. Retrieved December 26, 2017.

[13] Multiple references:
President Trump signs Russia sanctions bill. Fox News. August 2, 2017. Retrieved August 4, 2017.

Herman, Steve (August 3, 2017). Trump Signs Sanctions Bill, Calls It 'Significantly Flawed'. Voice of America. Retrieved August 4, 2017.

Spiering, Charlie (August 2, 2017). Donald Trump Signs Russia Sanctions. Breitbart News. Retrieved August 4, 2017.

Miller, S.A. (August 2, 2017). Trump signs sanctions against Russia, Iran, North Korea, but slams constraints on executive powers. The Washington Times. Retrieved August 4, 2017.

[22] President Trump signs Russia sanctions bill. Fox News. August 2, 2017. Retrieved August 4, 2017.

[23] Herman, Steve (August 3, 2017). Trump Signs Sanctions Bill, Calls It 'Significantly Flawed'. Voice of America. Retrieved August 4, 2017.

[24] Spiering, Charlie (August 2, 2017). Donald Trump Signs Russia Sanctions. Breitbart News. Retrieved August 4, 2017.

[25] Miller, S.A. (August 2, 2017). Trump signs sanctions against Russia, Iran, North Korea, but slams constraints on executive powers. The Washington Times. Retrieved August 4, 2017.

[14] Shaw, Adam (April 10, 2017). UN tensions with Trump administration mount as both sides dig in. Fox News. Retrieved April 10, 2017.
See also:
Pollak, Joel B. (December 26, 2017). Five Things Trump Has Done to Fight the United Nations — and Three Ways He Has Surrendered. Breitbart News. Retrieved December 26, 2017.

Byas, Steve (December 20, 2017). Haley Declares That UN Is Attacking America’s Sovereignty. The New American. Retrieved December 20, 2017.

[27] Pollak, Joel B. (December 26, 2017). Five Things Trump Has Done to Fight the United Nations — and Three Ways He Has Surrendered. Breitbart News. Retrieved December 26, 2017.

[28] Byas, Steve (December 20, 2017). Haley Declares That UN Is Attacking America’s Sovereignty. The New American. Retrieved December 20, 2017.

[15] Multiple references:
Tobin, Jonathan S. (March 17, 2017). More than Just Another Anti-Israel U.N. Farce. National Review. Retrieved March 18, 2017.

Russell, George (March 17, 2017). Beyond 'apartheid'--U.N. commission pushes legal and propaganda offensive against Israel. Fox News. Retrieved March 18, 2017.

[30] Tobin, Jonathan S. (March 17, 2017). More than Just Another Anti-Israel U.N. Farce. National Review. Retrieved March 18, 2017.

[31] Russell, George (March 17, 2017). Beyond 'apartheid'--U.N. commission pushes legal and propaganda offensive against Israel. Fox News. Retrieved March 18, 2017.

[16] Multiple references:
Shaw, Adam (March 17, 2017). UN official resigns over nixed anti-Israel report after pressure from Haley. Fox News. Retrieved March 18, 2017.

UN Official Quitting Over ‘Israel Apartheid’ Report. Breitbart News. March 17, 2017. Retrieved March 18, 2017.

[33] Shaw, Adam (March 17, 2017). UN official resigns over nixed anti-Israel report after pressure from Haley. Fox News. Retrieved March 18, 2017.

[34] UN Official Quitting Over ‘Israel Apartheid’ Report. Breitbart News. March 17, 2017. Retrieved March 18, 2017.

[17] Multiple references:
Berry, Susan, Dr. (April 4, 2017). Trump Halts U.S. Funding of United Nations Population Fund. Breitbart News. Retrieved April 4, 2017.

Chretien, Claire (April 4, 2017). Trump cuts funding to UN agency over forced abortion support. LifeSiteNews. Retrieved January 24, 2018.

U.S. withdraws funding for U.N. Population Fund. Reuters. April 3, 2018. Retrieved January 24, 2018.

Trump Administration Cuts Off US Funds for UN Agency Over Abortion. Voice of America (from the Associated Press). Retrieved January 24, 2018.

US withdraws funding for United Nations Population Fund. BBC News. April 4, 2017. Retrieved July 19, 2019.

Tennant, Michael (April 5, 2018). Trump Stops Funding UN Agency Accused of Abetting Forced Abortions. The New American. Retrieved January 24, 2018.

[36] Berry, Susan, Dr. (April 4, 2017). Trump Halts U.S. Funding of United Nations Population Fund. Breitbart News. Retrieved April 4, 2017.

[37] Chretien, Claire (April 4, 2017). Trump cuts funding to UN agency over forced abortion support. LifeSiteNews. Retrieved January 24, 2018.

[38] U.S. withdraws funding for U.N. Population Fund. Reuters. April 3, 2018. Retrieved January 24, 2018.

[39] Trump Administration Cuts Off US Funds for UN Agency Over Abortion. Voice of America (from the Associated Press). Retrieved January 24, 2018.

[40] US withdraws funding for United Nations Population Fund. BBC News. April 4, 2017. Retrieved July 19, 2019.

[41] Tennant, Michael (April 5, 2018). Trump Stops Funding UN Agency Accused of Abetting Forced Abortions. The New American. Retrieved January 24, 2018.

[18] Multiple references:
Paris agreement on climate change: World reaction to US pullout. Fox News. June 1, 2017. Retrieved June 1, 2017.

Wolfgang, Ben (June 1, 2017). European leaders say Trump’s exit from Paris climate deal is ‘irreversible’. The Washington Times. Retrieved June 2, 2017.

Henry, Devin (June 3, 2017). Globe heaps scorn on Trump for Paris exit. The Hill. Retrieved June 3, 2017.

[43] Paris agreement on climate change: World reaction to US pullout. Fox News. June 1, 2017. Retrieved June 1, 2017.

[44] Wolfgang, Ben (June 1, 2017). European leaders say Trump’s exit from Paris climate deal is ‘irreversible’. The Washington Times. Retrieved June 2, 2017.

[45] Henry, Devin (June 3, 2017). Globe heaps scorn on Trump for Paris exit. The Hill. Retrieved June 3, 2017.

[19] Multiple references:
Kurtz, Howard (June 2, 2017). Getting hot in here: Why the media hate Trump's climate deal exit. Fox News. Retrieved June 2, 2017.

Adams, Becket (June 1, 2017). Media drop all pretense of objectivity to bemoan US withdrawal from Paris Agreement. Washington Examiner. Retrieved June 5, 2017.

Kurtz, Howard (June 5, 2017). Climate coverage: Opposing not just Trump's policies but the president's persona. Fox News. Retrieved June 5, 2017.

[47] Kurtz, Howard (June 2, 2017). Getting hot in here: Why the media hate Trump's climate deal exit. Fox News. Retrieved June 2, 2017.

[48] Adams, Becket (June 1, 2017). Media drop all pretense of objectivity to bemoan US withdrawal from Paris Agreement. Washington Examiner. Retrieved June 5, 2017.

[49] Kurtz, Howard (June 5, 2017). Climate coverage: Opposing not just Trump's policies but the president's persona. Fox News. Retrieved June 5, 2017.

[20] Multiple references:
Griswold, Alex (June 1, 2017). ‘Traitorous Act of War’: Liberals Angrily React to Trump Pulling Out of Paris Agreement. The Washington Free Beacon. Retrieved June 1, 2017.

Singman, Brooke (June 1, 2017). Paris Agreement on climate change: Washington reacts to US pullout. Fox News. Retrieved June 1, 2017.

Mason, Ian (June 1, 2017). Meltdown: Left Goes Apocalyptic over Trump Paris Decision, ACLU Calls It ‘Assault on Communities of Color’. Breitbart News. Retrieved June 2, 2017.

Shaw, Adam (June 2, 2017). Liberal Cities React to Trump’s Paris Decision by Shining Green Lights on Buildings. Breitbart News. Retrieved June 2, 2017.

Pandolfo, Chris (June 1, 2017). Liberals are losing their minds over Trump’s climate decision. Conservative Review. Retrieved June 2, 2017.

[51] Griswold, Alex (June 1, 2017). ‘Traitorous Act of War’: Liberals Angrily React to Trump Pulling Out of Paris Agreement. The Washington Free Beacon. Retrieved June 1, 2017.

[52] Singman, Brooke (June 1, 2017). Paris Agreement on climate change: Washington reacts to US pullout. Fox News. Retrieved June 1, 2017.

[53] Mason, Ian (June 1, 2017). Meltdown: Left Goes Apocalyptic over Trump Paris Decision, ACLU Calls It ‘Assault on Communities of Color’. Breitbart News. Retrieved June 2, 2017.

[54] Shaw, Adam (June 2, 2017). Liberal Cities React to Trump’s Paris Decision by Shining Green Lights on Buildings. Breitbart News. Retrieved June 2, 2017.

[55] Pandolfo, Chris (June 1, 2017). Liberals are losing their minds over Trump’s climate decision. Conservative Review. Retrieved June 2, 2017.

[21] Wolfgang, Ben (June 1, 2017). Trump eviscerates Obama’s Paris legacy. The Washington Times. Retrieved June 1, 2017.

[ParisFox6.2F1.2F17-22] Chakraborty, Barnini (June 1, 2017). Paris Agreement on climate change: US withdraws as Trump calls it 'unfair'. Fox News. Retrieved June 1, 2017.

[MoonsParis6.2F1.2F17-23] 23.0 ^23.1 Moons, Michelle (June 1, 2017). Trump: U.S. Will Withdraw from Paris Climate Accord. Breitbart News. Retrieved June 1, 2017.

[ParisAgreement-24] 24.0 ^24.1 Multiple references:
Easley, Jonathan (June 2, 2017). Trump cements 'America First' doctrine with Paris withdrawal. The Hill. Retrieved June 2, 2017.

Stokols, Eli (June 2, 2017). Donald Trump Withdraws From Paris Climate Deal Despite Allies’ Opposition. The Wall Street Journal. Retrieved January 20, 2019.

[60] Easley, Jonathan (June 2, 2017). Trump cements 'America First' doctrine with Paris withdrawal. The Hill. Retrieved June 2, 2017.

[61] Stokols, Eli (June 2, 2017). Donald Trump Withdraws From Paris Climate Deal Despite Allies’ Opposition. The Wall Street Journal. Retrieved January 20, 2019.

[25] Volcovici, Valerie; Mason, Jeff (June 1, 2017). Trump abandons global climate pact; allies voice dismay. Reuters. Retrieved June 1, 2017.

[26] Multiple references:
Mason, Ian (June 1, 2017). Trump: Time to Put Ohio, Michigan, and Pennsylvania Before Paris. Breitbart News. Retrieved June 2, 2017.

Newman, Alex (June 1, 2017). With Nod to Sovereignty, Trump Dumps UN “Climate” Regime. The New American. Retrieved January 3, 2017.

[64] Mason, Ian (June 1, 2017). Trump: Time to Put Ohio, Michigan, and Pennsylvania Before Paris. Breitbart News. Retrieved June 2, 2017.

[65] Newman, Alex (June 1, 2017). With Nod to Sovereignty, Trump Dumps UN “Climate” Regime. The New American. Retrieved January 3, 2017.

[27] Despite mockery from liberals due to the fact that the mayor of the city of Pittsburgh supported the Paris accord, Trump won the Pittsburgh metro area:
Lee, Tony (June 4, 2017). CityLab Analysis: Trump Actually Won Pittsburgh Metropolitan Area. Breitbart News. Retrieved June 5, 2017.

[67] Lee, Tony (June 4, 2017). CityLab Analysis: Trump Actually Won Pittsburgh Metropolitan Area. Breitbart News. Retrieved June 5, 2017.

[28] Wolfgang, Ben (June 21, 2017). Who needs Paris? U.S. is well on its way to lower emissions with economic, technological changes. The Washington Times. Retrieved June 22, 2017.

[29] Multiple references:
US formally tells UN it wants out of Paris climate accord. Fox News (from the Associated Press). August 4, 2017. Retrieved August 4, 2017.

US Formally Withdraws From Paris Climate Agreement. Voice of America. August 4, 2017. Retrieved August 4, 2017.

Volcovici, Valerie (August 4, 2017). U.S. submits formal notice of withdrawal from Paris climate pact. Reuters. Retrieved August 4, 2017.

Shaw, Adam (August 6, 2017). U.S. Formally Notifies U.N. of Intention to Withdraw from Paris Climate Agreement. Breitbart News. Retrieved August 7, 2017.
The United States stated it would continue to take part in climate talks in order to protect its interests:
Fontemaggi, Francesco (August 5, 2017). US to join climate talks despite Paris accord exit. The Times of Israel. Retrieved August 4, 2017.
See also:
Delingpole, James (October 25, 2019). Delingpole: Quitting the Paris Climate Accord Is Trump’s Most Important Achievement. Breitbart News. Retrieved October 25, 2019.

Varney, James (January 20, 2019). Conservatives want more permanent exit from Paris climate accord. The Washington Times. Retrieved January 20, 2019.

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[71] US Formally Withdraws From Paris Climate Agreement. Voice of America. August 4, 2017. Retrieved August 4, 2017.

[72] Volcovici, Valerie (August 4, 2017). U.S. submits formal notice of withdrawal from Paris climate pact. Reuters. Retrieved August 4, 2017.

[73] Shaw, Adam (August 6, 2017). U.S. Formally Notifies U.N. of Intention to Withdraw from Paris Climate Agreement. Breitbart News. Retrieved August 7, 2017.

[74] Fontemaggi, Francesco (August 5, 2017). US to join climate talks despite Paris accord exit. The Times of Israel. Retrieved August 4, 2017.

[75] Delingpole, James (October 25, 2019). Delingpole: Quitting the Paris Climate Accord Is Trump’s Most Important Achievement. Breitbart News. Retrieved October 25, 2019.

[76] Varney, James (January 20, 2019). Conservatives want more permanent exit from Paris climate accord. The Washington Times. Retrieved January 20, 2019.

[30] Multiple references:
Lederer, Edith M. (June 30, 2017). UN agrees to cut peacekeeping budget, a reduction US sought. Fox News (from the Associated Press). Retrieved July 5, 2018.

Besheer, Margaret (June 30, 2017). UN Peacekeeping Budget Cut By $600 Million. Voice of America. July 5, 2018.

UN Agrees To $570 Million Cut In Peacekeeping Missions Under U.S. Pressure. Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty. July 1, 2017. Retrieved July 5, 2018.

Nichols, Michelle (June 29, 2017). U.N. states agree $7.3 bln peacekeeping budget, U.S. share cut 7.5 pct. Reuters. Retrieved July 5, 2018.
The Trump Administration's goals at the beginning of negotiations:
US Aims to Trim its UN Peacekeeping Bill After Trump's Calls to Slash. Voice of America (from Reuters). June 9, 2017. Retrieved July 5, 2018.
See also:
Trump Gets the U.N. to Cut Spending. The Wall Street Journal. January 1, 2018. Retrieved July 5, 2018.

[78] Lederer, Edith M. (June 30, 2017). UN agrees to cut peacekeeping budget, a reduction US sought. Fox News (from the Associated Press). Retrieved July 5, 2018.

[79] Besheer, Margaret (June 30, 2017). UN Peacekeeping Budget Cut By $600 Million. Voice of America. July 5, 2018.

[80] UN Agrees To $570 Million Cut In Peacekeeping Missions Under U.S. Pressure. Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty. July 1, 2017. Retrieved July 5, 2018.

[81] Nichols, Michelle (June 29, 2017). U.N. states agree $7.3 bln peacekeeping budget, U.S. share cut 7.5 pct. Reuters. Retrieved July 5, 2018.

[82] US Aims to Trim its UN Peacekeeping Bill After Trump's Calls to Slash. Voice of America (from Reuters). June 9, 2017. Retrieved July 5, 2018.

[83] Trump Gets the U.N. to Cut Spending. The Wall Street Journal. January 1, 2018. Retrieved July 5, 2018.

[31] Multiple references:
President Trump Remarks at United Nations General Assembly. C-SPAN. September 19, 2017. Retrieved September 25, 2019.

FULL SPEECH: Trump's UN General Assembly debut. The Hill. September 19, 2017. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
See also:
Stanage, Niall (September 19, 2017). The Memo: Five takeaways from Trump’s UN speech. The Hill. Retrieved September 24, 2017.

[85] President Trump Remarks at United Nations General Assembly. C-SPAN. September 19, 2017. Retrieved September 25, 2019.

[86] FULL SPEECH: Trump's UN General Assembly debut. The Hill. September 19, 2017. Retrieved September 24, 2017.

[87] Stanage, Niall (September 19, 2017). The Memo: Five takeaways from Trump’s UN speech. The Hill. Retrieved September 24, 2017.

[ForceForGood-32] 32.0 ^32.1 Hayward, John (September 19, 2017). Trump to U.N.: America ‘Among the Greatest Forces for Good in the History of the World’. Breitbart News. Retrieved September 24, 2017.

[33] Westwood, Sarah (September 19, 2017). Trump calls for 'great reawakening of nations' at United Nations summit. Washington Examiner. Retrieved September 24, 2017.

[UNspeechShift-34] 34.0 ^34.1 'Rocket Man' aside, Trump's UN speech marks another kind of shift. Washington Examiner. September 20, 2017. Retrieved September 24, 2017.

[35] Macchi, Victoria (September 19, 2017). Trump Revives Rhetoric on Keeping Refugees in Host Countries. Voice of America. Retrieved September 24, 2017.

[36] Multiple references:
Kew, Ben (September 19, 2017). Trump Blasts Socialism at UN: ‘Failed Ideology’ that Causes ‘Poverty and Misery Everywhere’. Breitbart News. Retrieved September 24, 2017.

Kurmanaev, Anatoly (September 19, 2017). Trump Takes Aim at Venezuela in U.N. Speech. The Wall Street Journal. Retrieved September 24, 2017.

Saavedra, Ryan (September 19, 2017). WATCH: Trump Slams Socialism At U.N., World Leaders Refuse To Clap. The Daily Wire. Retrieved September 24, 2017.

Taunton, Larry Alex (September 24, 2017). Trump is right, Newsweek. Socialism doesn't work. Fox News. Retrieved September 24, 2017.

[93] Kew, Ben (September 19, 2017). Trump Blasts Socialism at UN: ‘Failed Ideology’ that Causes ‘Poverty and Misery Everywhere’. Breitbart News. Retrieved September 24, 2017.

[94] Kurmanaev, Anatoly (September 19, 2017). Trump Takes Aim at Venezuela in U.N. Speech. The Wall Street Journal. Retrieved September 24, 2017.

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Holland, Steve; Mason, Jeff (September 18, 2017). If threatened, U.S. will 'totally destroy' North Korea, Trump vows. Reuters. Retrieved September 24, 2017.

Heinlein, Peter (September 19, 2017). Trump Threatens 'Total Destruction' of North Korea in First UN Speech. Voice of America. Retrieved September 24, 2017.

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Shaw, Adam (September 19, 2017). In U.N. Speech, Trump Threatens to ‘Totally Destroy’ North Korea: ‘Rocket Man Is on a Suicide Mission’. Breitbart News. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
See also:
Charles, Robert (September 21, 2017). Trump, the statesman, at the U.N. The Washington Times. Retrieved September 24, 2019.

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Pollak, Joel B. (September 19, 2017). Trump to United Nations: ‘We Will Stop Radical Islamic Terrorism’. Breitbart News. Retrieved September 24, 2017.

Enjeti, Saagar (September 19, 2017). Trump Calls Out ‘Radical Islamic Terrorism’ By Name At UN. The Daily Caller. Retrieved September 24, 2017.

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Shaw, Adam (September 20, 2017). Pence: U.N. Human Rights Council ‘Doesn’t Deserve Its Name’. Breitbart News. Retrieved September 27, 2017.

Boyer, Dave (September 20, 2017). Pence calls on U.N. Security Council to end bias against Israel. The Washington Times. Retrieved September 27, 2017.

Pence Says UN Peacekeeping Missions Must Be More Effective, Efficient. Voice of America (from Reuters). September 20, 2017. Retrieved September 27, 2017.

Goodenough, Patrick (September 21, 2017). Pence to UN: ‘The Truth Is, The Human Rights Council Doesn’t Deserve Its Name’. CNS News. Retrieved September 27, 2017.

[112] Shaw, Adam (September 20, 2017). Pence: U.N. Human Rights Council ‘Doesn’t Deserve Its Name’. Breitbart News. Retrieved September 27, 2017.

[113] Boyer, Dave (September 20, 2017). Pence calls on U.N. Security Council to end bias against Israel. The Washington Times. Retrieved September 27, 2017.

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Swan, Jonathan (September 20, 2017). Pence hits Russia in UN speech. Axios. Retrieved September 27, 2017.

Davis, Jack (September 20, 2017). Pence Blasts Human Rights Council As ‘Forum For Anti-Semitism’. Western Journalism. Retrieved September 27, 2017.

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[47] Multiple references:
US Announces UNESCO Pullout Amid Palestinian Tensions. Voice of America (from the Associated Press). October 12, 2017. Retrieved October 12, 2017.

Shaw, Adam (October 12, 2017). Trump Administration Withdraws from UNESCO, Citing Anti-Israel Bias. Breitbart News. Retrieved October 12, 2017.

Trump administration pulling US out of UN agency over 'anti-Israel bias'. Fox News. October 12, 2017. Retrieved October 12, 2017.

U.S. Quits UNESCO Over 'Anti-Israel Bias'. Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty. October 12, 2017. Retrieved October 12, 2017.

Newman, Alex (October 12, 2017). U.S. Exits Corrupt, Communist-led UNESCO. The New American. Retrieved October 12, 2017.
Israel announced on the same day that it would also leave UNESCO:
Irish, John (October 12, 2017). U.S., Israel quit U.N. heritage agency citing bias. Reuters. Retrieved October 12, 2017.

Israel to join US in quitting Unesco. BBC News. Retrieved October 12, 2017.

Wilner, Michael; Keinon, Herb; Lazaroff, Tovah (October 12, 2017). Israel, US to Quit UNESCO Citing 'Anti-Israel Bias'. The Jerusalem Post. Retrieved October 12, 2017.

Manchester, Julia (October 12, 2017). Israel to join US in withdrawing from UN body. The Hill. Retrieved October 12, 2017.

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[129] Irish, John (October 12, 2017). U.S., Israel quit U.N. heritage agency citing bias. Reuters. Retrieved October 12, 2017.

[130] Israel to join US in quitting Unesco. BBC News. Retrieved October 12, 2017.

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[132] Manchester, Julia (October 12, 2017). Israel to join US in withdrawing from UN body. The Hill. Retrieved October 12, 2017.

[48] Multiple references:
Murphy, James (January 2, 2019). U.S. and Israel Formally Leave UNESCO. The New American. Retrieved January 2, 2019.

Kent, Simon (January 1, 2019). Israel and U.S. Formally Exit ‘Corrupted’ UNESCO. Breitbart News. Retrieved January 1, 2019.

Adamson, Thomas (January 1, 2019). US and Israel exit UN cultural agency, claiming bias. Associated Press. Retrieved January 1, 2019.

US, Israel quit UN agency UNESCO, claiming anti-Israeli bias. Fox News (from the Associated Press). January 1, 2019. Retrieved January 1, 2019.

US, Israel Pull Out of UNESCO, Claiming Bias. Voice of America (from the Associated Press). January 1, 2019. Retrieved January 1, 2019.

Kraemer, Tania (January 1, 2019). Goodbye, UNESCO: Israel and US quit UN heritage agency. Deutsche Welle. Retrieved January 1, 2019.

Waage, John (January 1, 2019). US, Israel Officially Cut Ties with UN Agency That Tries to 'Erase the Jewish Connection to Jerusalem'. CBN News. Retrieved January 1, 2019.

Ahren, Raphael (January 1, 2019). 69 years after joining, Israel formally leaves UNESCO; so, too, does the US. The Times of Israel. Retrieved January 1, 2019.
See also:
Lieu, Amy (January 1, 2019). Nikki Haley slams UNESCO as 'corrupt and politically biased' as US, Israel officially quit UN agency. Fox News. Retrieved January 2, 2019.

Fite, James (December 31, 2018). US And Israel Ditch UNESCO – It’s About Time. LibertyNation. Retrieved January 1, 2019.

[134] Murphy, James (January 2, 2019). U.S. and Israel Formally Leave UNESCO. The New American. Retrieved January 2, 2019.

[135] Kent, Simon (January 1, 2019). Israel and U.S. Formally Exit ‘Corrupted’ UNESCO. Breitbart News. Retrieved January 1, 2019.

[136] Adamson, Thomas (January 1, 2019). US and Israel exit UN cultural agency, claiming bias. Associated Press. Retrieved January 1, 2019.

[137] US, Israel quit UN agency UNESCO, claiming anti-Israeli bias. Fox News (from the Associated Press). January 1, 2019. Retrieved January 1, 2019.

[138] US, Israel Pull Out of UNESCO, Claiming Bias. Voice of America (from the Associated Press). January 1, 2019. Retrieved January 1, 2019.

[139] Kraemer, Tania (January 1, 2019). Goodbye, UNESCO: Israel and US quit UN heritage agency. Deutsche Welle. Retrieved January 1, 2019.

[140] Waage, John (January 1, 2019). US, Israel Officially Cut Ties with UN Agency That Tries to 'Erase the Jewish Connection to Jerusalem'. CBN News. Retrieved January 1, 2019.

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[142] Lieu, Amy (January 1, 2019). Nikki Haley slams UNESCO as 'corrupt and politically biased' as US, Israel officially quit UN agency. Fox News. Retrieved January 2, 2019.

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[USmigrationPact-49] 49.0 ^49.1 Multiple references:
US Pulls Out of UN Migrant and Refugee Pact. Voice of America. December 3, 2017. Retrieved December 6, 2017.

U.S. Pulling Out Of UN Migration Compact, Seeks To Set Own Policy. Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty. December 3, 2017. Retrieved December 6, 2017.

Nichols, Michelle (December 3, 2017). U.S. quits talks on global migration pact over sovereignty clash. Reuters. Retrieved December 6, 2017.

US pulls out of UN migrant and refugee pact. The Telegraph (from AFP). December 3, 2017. Retrieved December 6, 2017.

Gladstone, Rick (December 3, 2017). U.S. Quits Migration Pact, Saying It Infringes on Sovereignty. The New York Times. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
For more information on the agreement and its potential impact on U.S. policy, see here:
Wolverton, Joe (December 3, 2017). Trump Admin Orders Withdrawal From UN Migrant Accommodating Agreement. The New American. Retrieved December 6, 2017.

Munro, Neil (December 3, 2017). President Trump Overrules Deputy, Deflates U.N.’s Pro-Immigration Treaty. Breitbart News. Retrieved December 6, 2017.

Arthur, Andrew (October 23, 2017). Undermining U.S. sovereignty over immigration. The Washington Times. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
See also:
Mason, Ian (December 8, 2017). Trump Touts Rejection of U.N. Plan to Force Mass Third World Immigration. Breitbart News. Retrieved December 9, 2017.

Shaw, Adam (November 12, 2019). Haley book blasts UN migration pact for focus on climate change: ‘Give me a break’. Fox News. Retrieved November 12, 2019.
However, the U.S. remained in a similar plan, the "Global Compact on Refugees":
Rush, Nayla (December 14, 2017). US Is Still Part of the 'Global Compact on Refugees'. Center for Immigration Studies. Retrieved January 1, 2018.
The Trump Administration's action inspired other countries to leave the agreement:
Shaw, Adam (November 23, 2018). US leading the charge in pushing back against UN’s migration agenda. Fox News. Retrieved November 23, 2018.

Lane, Oliver JJ (November 22, 2018). World Follows Trump’s Lead: Nations Abandon Legal ‘Framework’ Building UN Migration Pact. Breitbart News. Retrieved November 23, 2018.

Friedman, Victoria (December 25, 2018). Patriotic Countries That Rejected the UN’s Global Governance of Migration in 2018. Breitbart News. Retrieved February 23, 2019.

Shaw, Adam (July 19, 2018). Hungary joins US in withdrawing from UN global migration agreement. Fox News. Retrieved April 16, 2019.

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Gearty, Robert (December 25, 2017). Haley announces $285M cut in 2018-19 UN operating budget. Fox News. Retrieved December 25, 2017.

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U.S. Hails $285 Million Cut To UN’s Two-Year Budget For 2018-19. Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty. December 25, 2017. Retrieved December 25, 2017.

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Anapol, Avery (December 24, 2017). US secures $285M cut in UN budget. The Hill. Retrieved December 26, 2017.

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Gladstone, Rick (December 25, 2017). Taking Credit for U.N. Budget Cut, Trump’s Envoy Hints at More to Come. The New York Times. Retrieved December 29, 2017.
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Bredemeier, Ken (July 18, 2017). US Sanctions Iranians Even After Recertifying Nuclear Deal. Voice of America. Retrieved July 18, 2017.

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U.S. Extends Iran Nuclear Sanctions Relief, Adds Other Sanctions Over Missile Activity. Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty. September 14, 2017. Retrieved September 21, 2017.

Chalfant, Morgan (September 14, 2017). US sanctions Iranian nationals for cyberattacks against banks. The Hill. Retrieved September 21, 2017.

Downs, Ray (September 14, 2017). Trump extends sanction waivers for Iran while imposing new ones. UPI. Retrieved September 14, 2017.

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Schwartz, Felicia; Norman, Laurence; Talley, Ian (September 14, 2017). U.S. Keeps Iran Nuclear Deal in Place but Imposes Other Sanctions. The Wall Street Journal. Retrieved September 21, 2017.

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Transcript of Trump Speech on Iran Nuclear Deal. Voice of America. October 13, 2017. Retrieved October 19, 2017.

Transcript of Trump's Iran speech. Fox News. October 13, 2017. Retrieved October 19, 2017.

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[NewIranPolicy-60] 60.0 ^60.1 ^60.2 Multiple references:
Mason, Ian (October 13, 2017). Trump Keeps Iran Deal, Refuses to Certify Compliance to Congress. Breitbart News. Retrieved October 19, 2017.

Boyer, Dave (October 13, 2017). Trump decertifies Iran nuclear deal, announces new crackdown. The Washington Times. Retrieved October 19, 2017.

Trump decertifies Iran nuclear deal, slaps sanctions on IRGC in broadside at ‘radical regime’. Fox News. Retrieved October 19, 2017.

Heinlein, Peter (October 14, 2017). Trump Toughens Iran Strategy, Decertifies Tehran's Compliance With Accord. Voice of America. Retrieved October 19, 2017.

Herman, Steve (October 13, 2017). Trump Unveils New, Tougher Iran Strategy. Voice of America. Retrieved October 19, 2017.

Holland, Steve; Bayoumy, Yara (October 13, 2017). Trump strikes blow at Iran nuclear deal in major U.S. policy shift. Reuters. Retrieved October 19, 2017.

Stewart, Phil (October 13, 2017). Pentagon identifying new areas to pressure Iran, reviewing plans. Reuters. Retrieved October 19, 2017.

Kredo, Adam (October 13, 2017). Trump Decertifies Iranian Compliance With Nuclear Deal, Sanctions Terror Regime. The Washington Free Beacon. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
Some conservatives, however, criticized President Trump for not choosing to fully pull out of the agreement:
Mora, Edwin (October 14, 2017). Experts on Decertifying Iran Deal: Trump Should Have Killed Terror-Fueling Agreement. Breitbart News. Retrieved October 19, 2017.

Spiering, Charlie (October 14, 2017). Donald Trump 2016: ‘My Number One Priority’ Is to ‘Dismantle’ Deal with Iran’. Breitbart News. Retrieved October 19, 2017.

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Treasury Designates the IRGC under Terrorism Authority and Targets IRGC and Military Supporters under Counter-Proliferation Authority. U.S. Department of the Treasury. October 13, 2017. Retrieved October 19, 2017.

Nazarian, Adelle (October 13, 2017). Trump Authorizes Treasury to Sanction Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Breitbart News. Retrieved October 19, 2017.

Pramuk, Jacob (October 13, 2017). Treasury slaps sanctions on Iran's elite Revolutionary Guards as US raises pressure on Tehran. CNBC. Retrieved October 19, 2017.

Cunningham, Erin (October 13, 2017). Iran’s Revolutionary Guard is facing more pressure from the Trump administration. The Washington Post. Retrieved October 19, 2017.

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Klein, Aaron (December 30, 2017). American Leadership on World Stage: Unlike Obama, Donald Trump Supports Pro-Democracy Protests Against Extremist Iranian Regime. Breitbart News. Retrieved December 30, 2017.

Evansky, Ben (December 30, 2017). Some call Trump's Iran protest tweets striking turnabout from Obama era. Fox News. Retrieved January 5, 2018.
See also:
Pollak, Joel B. (January 1, 2018). Former Obama Advisers Tell Trump to ‘Be Quiet’ on Iran Protests. Breitbart News. Retrieved January 1, 2018.

[209] Klein, Aaron (December 30, 2017). American Leadership on World Stage: Unlike Obama, Donald Trump Supports Pro-Democracy Protests Against Extremist Iranian Regime. Breitbart News. Retrieved December 30, 2017.

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[64] Multiple references:
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Weber, Joseph (December 30, 2017). Trump redoubles support of Iran protests, saying the 'world is watching'. Fox News. Retrieved December 30, 2017.

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Other GOP members of Congress joined President Trump and his administration:
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See also:
Pomfret, John (April 15, 2017). It seems Trump got China to crack down on North Korea . New York Post. Retrieved November 5, 2019.

Persons, Sally (April 24, 2017). Haley: China's involvement has put pressure on North Korea. The Washington Times. Retrieved November 5, 2019.

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[222] Key, Pam (April 17, 2017). Trump: Presidents Obama, Clinton Were ‘Outplayed’ by North Korea. Breitbart News. Retrieved April 18, 2017.

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Trump: North Korea 'will be met with fire and fury like the world has never seen' if more threats emerge. Fox News. August 8, 2017. Retrieved August 8, 2017.

Taylor, Guy; Miller, S.A. (August 8, 2017). Trump threatens to rain ‘fire and fury like the world has never seen’ on North Korea. The Washington Times. Retrieved August 8, 2017.

Herman, Steve (August 8, 2017). Trump Warns of 'Fire and Fury' for North Korea if Threats Don't Stop. Voice of America. Retrieved August 8, 2017.

Spiering, Charlie (August 8, 2017). Donald Trump Warns North Korea: Threats to United States Will Be Met with ‘Fire and Fury’. Breitbart News. Retrieved August 8, 2017.
President Trump chose the wording himself:
Boyer, Dave (August 9, 2017). Trump chose ‘fire and fury’ warning for North Korea: White House. The Washington Times. Retrieved August 9, 2017.
Secretary of Defense James Mattis and Secretary of State Rex Tillerson supported President Trump's remarks:
Taylor, Guy; Boyer, Dave (August 9, 2017). Tillerson, Mattis back up Trump’s stark warning to North Korea. The Washington Times. Retrieved August 9, 2017.

Secretary Mattis warns North Korea not to invite 'destruction of its people'. Fox News. Retrieved August 9, 2017.

Wong, Kristina (August 9, 2017). James Mattis: North Korea ‘Would Lose Any Arms Race’ and ‘Should Cease’ Inviting ‘The End of Its Regime’. Breitbart News. Retrieved August 9, 2017.

Chiaramonte, Perry (August 9, 2017). Tillerson: Trump sending North Korea a 'strong message'. Fox News. Retrieved August 9, 2017.

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Pappas, Alex (August 10, 2017). Trump doubles down on 'fire and fury' warning to North Korea: 'Maybe it wasn't tough enough'. Fox News. Retrieved August 10, 2017.

Miller, S.A.; Muñoz, Carlo (August 10, 2017). Trump: ‘Fire and fury’ talk on N. Korea ‘wasn’t tough enough’. The Washington Times. Retrieved August 10, 2017.

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Military option for North Korea being prepared for Trump, McMaster says. Fox News. June 29, 2017. Retrieved July 2, 2017.

Muñoz, Carlo (August 10, 2017). Mattis: Military solution in place to address North Korea threat. The Washington Times. Retrieved August 10, 2017.

Persons, Sally (August 11, 2017). Trump: Military ‘locked and loaded’ for possible North Korea action. The Washington Times. Retrieved August 11, 2017.

Trump Warns North Korea Will 'Regret It Fast' if Action Taken Against Guam. Voice of America. August 11, 2017. Retrieved August 11, 2017.
However, the administration stated it would not give up finding diplomatic solutions with North Korea:
Wong, Kristina (July 6, 2017). Trump Administration Not Yet Giving Up on Diplomacy with North Korea. Breitbart News. Retrieved July 7, 2017.

Papas, Alex (August 11, 2017). Trump: Kim Jong Un 'will regret it fast' if he attacks Guam, US allies. Fox News. Retrieved August 11, 2017.

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Kim Jong Un appears to back down after Mattis, Trump warnings. Fox News. August 15, 2017. Retrieved August 16, 2017.

Padden, Brian (August 15, 2017). Signs of Diplomacy Appear as North Korea Delays Guam Missile Test. Voice of America. Retrieved August 16, 2017.

Pollak, Joel B. (August 14, 2017). Winning: North Korea Backs Down from Guam Threat. Breitbart News. Retrieved August 16, 2017.

Trump: Kim Jong Un made 'very wise' decision to back down. Fox News. August 16, 2017. Retrieved August 16, 2017.

Palkot, Greg (August 15, 2017). Trump's tough talk prompted North Korea to stand down, experts say. Fox News. Retrieved August 16, 2017.

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[72] Multiple references:
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Dickstein, Corey (May 1, 2017). THAAD now ready to defend South Korea against missile attacks. Stars and Stripes. Retrieved May 3, 2017.

Hayward, John (May 2, 2017). U.S. Military: THAAD Missile System Operational in South Korea. Breitbart News. Retrieved May 3, 2017.

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Stewart, Phil; Ali, Idrees (July 11, 2017). U.S. THAAD missile defenses hit test target as North Korea tension rises. Reuters. Retrieved July 11, 2017.

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US conducts 'successful' THAAD missile test after latest North Korea missile launch. Fox News. July 30, 2017. Retrieved July 30, 2017.

Shelbourne, Mallory (July 30, 2017). US successfully conducts missile test over Pacific. The Hill. Retrieved July 30, 2017.

Rodriguez, Katherine (July 31, 2017). VIDEO: U.S. Carries Out ‘Successful’ Test of THAAD Anti-Missile System in Alaska. Breitbart News. Retrieved August 1, 2017.

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Tomlinson, Lucas (September 6, 2017). US to install more THAAD missile launchers in South Korea. Fox News. Retrieved September 9, 2017.

S. Korea deploys THAAD launchers as China gives nod to U.N. sanctions against north. CBS News. September 7, 2017. Retrieved September 9, 2017.

Ji-hye, Jun (September 7, 2017). THAAD deployment complete. The Korea Times. Retrieved September 9, 2017.

South Korea deploys U.S. anti-missile launchers amid clashes with protesters. Reuters. September 6, 2017. Retrieved September 9, 2017.

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Asia-Pacific regional disputes impede united stand on North Korea. Fox News. August 5, 2017. Retrieved August 7, 2017.

Shaw, Adam (August 5, 2017). In Major Win for Trump, U.N. Security Council Votes to Slap Sanctions on North Korea. Breitbart News. Retrieved August 7, 2017.

Besheer, Margaret (August 6, 2017). UN Security Council Approves New North Korea Sanctions. Voice of America. Retrieved August 7, 2017.

Nichols, Michelle (August 5, 2017). United Nations bans key North Korea exports over missile tests. Reuters. Retrieved August 7, 2017.
China announced it had implemented the sanctions:
China implements UN sanctions against North Korea, as Trump trade probe looms. Fox News. August 14, 2017. Retrieved August 14, 2017.

China Banning Coal, Iron, Seafood Imports From North Korea. Voice of America. August 14, 2017. Retrieved August 14, 2017.

Shaw, Adam (August 14, 2017). China Implements Sanctions on North Korea, Urges ‘Restraint’ from U.S.. Breitbart News. Retrieved August 14, 2017.

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[284] Denyer, Simon (August 14, 2017). China bans North Korean iron, lead, coal imports as part of U.N. sanctions. The Washington Post. Retrieved August 14, 2017.

[78] Multiple references:
Gertz, Bill (August 23, 2017). U.S. Sanctions Chinese, Russians for Illicit Trade With North Korea. The Washington Free Beacon. Retrieved August 23, 2017.

Randle, Jim (August 22, 2017). US Sanctions Russian, Chinese Firms for Helping North Korea Militarize. Voice of America. Retrieved August 24, 2017.

Brunnstrom, David; Chiacu, Doina (August 22, 2017). U.S. targets Chinese, Russia entities for helping North Korea. Reuters. Retrieved August 23, 2017.

US sanctions Chinese, Russian firms for North Korea ties. Deutsche Welle. August 22, 2017. Retrieved August 23, 2017.

Davis, Jack (August 22, 2017). U.S. Ups Pressure On North Korea With Sanctions Aimed At China, Russia. Western Journalism. Retrieved August 23, 2017.

Morello, Carol; Whoriskey, Peter (August 22, 2017). U.S. hits Chinese and Russian companies, individuals with sanctions for doing business with North Korea. The Washington Post. Retrieved August 24, 2017.

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Beavers, Olivia (September 11, 2017). UN Security Council unanimously votes to sanction North Korea. The Hill. Retrieved September 11, 2017.

UN Security Council approves new sanctions against North Korea. Fox News. September 11, 2017. Retrieved September 11, 2017.

Besheer, Margaret (September 11, 2017). UN Security Council Unanimously Adopts Tough New North Korea Sanctions. Voice of America. Retrieved September 11, 2017.

Nichols, Michelle (September 10, 2017). U.N. Security Council unanimously steps up sanctions on North Korea. Reuters. Retrieved September 11, 2017.
However, the sanctions were softer than originally intended:
Gehrke, Joel (September 11, 2017). US softens North Korea sanctions in pitch to China, Russia. Washington Examiner. Retrieved September 16, 2017.

Shaw, Adam (September 12, 2017). U.N. Approves Softer Version of U.S. Resolution Imposing Sanctions on North Korea. Breitbart News. Retrieved September 16, 2017.

Gehrke, Joel (September 11, 2017). UN approves watered-down North Korea sanctions. Washington Examiner. Retrieved September 16, 2017.
China appeared to comply with the sanctions, ordering every North Korean-owned business in the country to shut down:
Lam, Katherine (September 28, 2017). China closes North Korean businesses; North Korea allegedly swells army to fight US. Fox News. Retrieved October 1, 2017.

Hayward, John (September 29, 2017). China Shuts Down North Korean-Owned Businesses to Comply with U.N. Sanctions. Breitbart News. Retrieved October 1, 2017.

China Orders North Korean Business Closed Under UN Sanctions. Voice of America (from the Associated Press). September 28, 2017. Retrieved October 1, 2017.
However, China's cooperation and adherence to the sanctions was dubious, at the very least:
Woo, Ryan; Xu, Muyu (December 26, 2017). China halts oil product exports to North Korea in November as sanctions bite. Reuters. Retrieved December 26, 2017.

Darrah, Nicole (December 27, 2017). China spotted illegally selling oil to North Korea, report says. Fox News. Retrieved December 27, 2017.

Spiering, Charlie (December 28, 2017). Donald Trump: China ‘Caught Red Handed’ Selling Oil to North Korea. Breitbart News. Retrieved December 28, 2017.

Trump slams China over reported North Korea oil sales: 'Caught RED HANDED'. Fox News. December 28, 2017. Retrieved December 28, 2017.

Brunnstrom, David; Heavey, Susan (December 28, 2017). Trump says China 'Caught RED HANDED' allowing oil into North Korea. Reuters. Retrieved December 28, 2017.

Boyer, Dave (December 28, 2017). Trump says Chinese oil shipments to North Korea ‘very disappointing’. The Washington Times. Retrieved December 29, 2017.

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[298] Shaw, Adam (September 12, 2017). U.N. Approves Softer Version of U.S. Resolution Imposing Sanctions on North Korea. Breitbart News. Retrieved September 16, 2017.

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[80] Multiple references:
Besheer, Margaret (Septembre 21, 2017). Trump Imposes New Trade Sanctions on North Korea. Voice of America. Retrieved September 21, 2017.

Trump signs executive order targeting North Korea's trading partners. Fox News. Retrieved September 21, 2017.

Boyer, Dave (September 21, 2017). Trump hits North Korea with new sanctions. The Washington Times. Retrieved September 21, 2017.

Spiering, Charlie (September 21, 2017). Donald Trump Announces New Sanctions; Praises China Bank Decision on North Korea. Breitbart News. Retrieved September 21, 2017.

Talley, Ian; Radnofsky, Louise (September 21, 2017). Trump Expands U.S. Sanctions on Dealings With North Korea. The Wall Street Journal. Retrieved September 21, 2017.

Easley, Jonathan; Kheel, Rebecca (September 21, 2017). 5 things to know about Trump's new North Korea sanctions. The Hill. Retrieved September 22, 2017.
The Treasury Department first used this authority and issued sanctions on September 26, 2017:
New US sanctions hit 8 North Korean banks, 26 bank workers. Fox News (from the Associated Press). September 26, 2017. Retrieved October 6, 2017.

US Announces New Sanctions on North Korean Banks and Banking Officials. Voice of America. September 27, 2017. Retrieved October 6, 2017.

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[81] Multiple references:
Singman, Brooke (November 20, 2017). Trump designates North Korea as state sponsor of terror. Fox News. Retrieved November 20, 2017.

Mason, Jeff (November 20, 2017). Trump declares North Korea state sponsor of terrorism, triggers sanctions. Reuters. Retrieved November 20, 2017.

Spiering, Charlie (November 20, 2017). Donald Trump Designates North Korea as a State Sponsor of Terror. Breitbart News. Retrieved November 20, 2017.

Gallo, William (November 20, 2017). Trump: US to Redesignate North Korea as State Sponsor of Terror. Voice of America. Retrieved November 20, 2017.

Miller, S.A. (November 20, 2017). Trump puts North Korea on terrorist list: ‘A murderous regime’. The Washington Times. Retrieved November 21, 2017.

Mass, Warren (November 21, 2017). United States Designates North Korea a “State Sponsor of Terrorism”. The New American. Retrieved November 25, 2017.

Shear, Michael D. (November 20, 2017). Trump Returns North Korea to List of State Sponsors of Terrorism. The New York Times. Retrieved November 20, 2017.

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[82] Multiple references:
Schectman, Joel; Brunnstrom, David (November 21, 2017). U.S. sanctions 13 Chinese and North Korean organizations. Reuters. Retrieved November 21, 2017.

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A Letter from the President to Certain Congressional Committee Chairs. whitehouse.gov. April 20, 2017. Retrieved April 22, 2017.

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US Expands Sanctions Against Russia, Ukraine Separatists. Voice of America. June 20, 2017. Retrieved June 26, 2017.

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Miller, S.A. (June 17, 2017). Trump rolls back Obama admin’s Cuba policy: ‘Will not be silent in the face of communist oppression’. The Washington Times. Retrieved June 17, 2017.

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Saine, Cindy (November 9, 2017). Trump Administration Limits Americans’ Travel to Cuba. Voice of America. Retrieved November 11, 2017.

Rampton, Roberta; Marsh, Sarah (November 8, 2017). New U.S. government rules restrict travel and trade with Cuba. Reuters. Retrieved November 11, 2017.

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Trump Administration to Defend Cuba Embargo at UN, Reversing Obama. Voice of America (from the Associated Press). October 31, 2017. Retrieved November 1, 2017.

Greenwood, Max (November 1, 2017). US upholds Cuba embargo in UN resolution vote. The Hill. Retrieved November 1, 2017.

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See also:
Gehrke, Joel (November 1, 2017). Nikki Haley apologizes to Cubans for 'casual cruelty' of Obama administration. Washington Examiner. Retrieved November 1, 2017.

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Singman, Brooke (November 15, 2017). UCLA basketball players thank Trump for 'helping us out' after tweet. Fox News. Retrieved November 16, 2017.

Carroll, Rory (November 15, 2017). UCLA players apologize for shoplifting in China, thank Trump. Reuters. Retrieved November 16, 2017.

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Goodman, Joshua; Armario, Christine (May 18, 2018). US imposes sanctions on Venezuela Supreme Court. Fox News (from the Associated Press). Retrieved May 21, 2018.

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Trump administration hits Venezuela's Maduro with sanctions after 'sham' vote. Fox News. July 31, 2017. Retrieved May 21, 2018.

Kew, Ben (July 31, 2017). Trump Admin Slaps Sanctions on Venezuela’s Maduro Personally, ‘Considering’ More. Breitbart News. Retrieved May 21, 2018.

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Spetalnick, Matt (August 9, 2017). U.S. sanctions eight more Venezuelan officials, including Chavez brother. Reuters. Retrieved May 21, 2018.

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Kew, Ben (August 25, 2017). Trump Signs Sanctions Banning Purchase of Venezuela, State Oil Company Debt. Breitbart News. Retrieved May 21, 2018.

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Cama, Timothy; Wilson, Megan R. (August 25, 2017). Trump exempts Citgo from Venezuela sanctions. The Hill. Retrieved May 21, 2018.

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Griffin, Jennifer; Tomlinson, Lucas (April 7, 2017). US missiles target Syria airfield in response to chemical weapons attack. Fox News. Retrieved April 7, 2017.

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Moore, Mark (April 10, 2017). Mattis says US strike destroyed large number of Syrian military aircraft. New York Post. Retrieved April 10, 2017.

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Williams, Thomas D., Ph.D. (April 7, 2017). World Leaders Praise U.S. Strike on Syria, ‘Proportionate, Appropriate’. Breitbart News. Retrieved April 7, 2017.

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Westwood, Sarah (May 26, 2017). Trump embraces traditional Middle East allies, breaks with Obama on trip. Washington Examiner. Retrieved May 26, 2017.

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[131] Multiple references:
Pappas, Alex (May 22, 2017). Trump becomes the first sitting US president to visit the Western Wall. Washington Examiner. Retrieved May 24, 2017.

Boyer, Dave (May 22, 2017). Trump becomes first president to pray at Western Wall. The Washington Times. Retrieved May 24, 2017.

Fabian, Jordan (May 22, 2017). Trump becomes first US president to visit Western Wall. The Hill. Retrieved May 24, 2017.

[465] Pappas, Alex (May 22, 2017). Trump becomes the first sitting US president to visit the Western Wall. Washington Examiner. Retrieved May 24, 2017.

[466] Boyer, Dave (May 22, 2017). Trump becomes first president to pray at Western Wall. The Washington Times. Retrieved May 24, 2017.

[467] Fabian, Jordan (May 22, 2017). Trump becomes first US president to visit Western Wall. The Hill. Retrieved May 24, 2017.

[132] Multiple references:
Kredo, Adam (May 22, 2017). Trump Admin Declares Jerusalem Part of Israel in Major Policy Shift. The Washington Free Beacon. Retrieved May 24, 2017.

White House Puts ‘Jerusalem, Israel’ on Website. Breitbart News (from the Associated Press). Retrieved May 24, 2017.

[469] Kredo, Adam (May 22, 2017). Trump Admin Declares Jerusalem Part of Israel in Major Policy Shift. The Washington Free Beacon. Retrieved May 24, 2017.

[470] White House Puts ‘Jerusalem, Israel’ on Website. Breitbart News (from the Associated Press). Retrieved May 24, 2017.

[133] Keinon, Herb (May 24, 2017). Trump Leaves Israel with No Mention of Palestinian State, Settlements or Embassy. The Jerusalem Post. Retrieved May 26, 2017.

[134] Multiple references:
Keinon, Herb (May 25, 2017). 'US Increased Military Aid to Israel Ahead of Trump Visit'. The Jerusalem Post. Retrieved May 25, 2017.

Netanyahu: Trump added $75 million in defense aid to Israel. Arutz Sheva. May 24, 2017. Retrieved May 25, 2017.

[473] Keinon, Herb (May 25, 2017). 'US Increased Military Aid to Israel Ahead of Trump Visit'. The Jerusalem Post. Retrieved May 25, 2017.

[474] Netanyahu: Trump added $75 million in defense aid to Israel. Arutz Sheva. May 24, 2017. Retrieved May 25, 2017.

[135] Multiple references:
Boyer, Dave (May 25, 2017). More funds expected to flow to NATO after Trump’s blunt rebuke to allied leaders. The Washington Times. Retrieved May 25, 2017.

De Lea, Brittany (May 25, 2017). Trump to NATO: Unpaid dues unfair to U.S. taxpayers. Fox Business. Retrieved May 25, 2017.

[476] Boyer, Dave (May 25, 2017). More funds expected to flow to NATO after Trump’s blunt rebuke to allied leaders. The Washington Times. Retrieved May 25, 2017.

[477] De Lea, Brittany (May 25, 2017). Trump to NATO: Unpaid dues unfair to U.S. taxpayers. Fox Business. Retrieved May 25, 2017.

[136] Williams, Thomas D., PhD (May 26, 2017). At G7, Trump Diverts Agenda Away from Climate and Toward Islamist Terrorism. Breitbart News. Retrieved May 26, 2017.

[137] Multiple references:
Vagnoni, Griselda; Irish, John (May 27, 2017). G7 leaders blame US for failure to reach climate change agreement in unusually frank statement. The Independent. Retrieved May 27, 2017.

Spiering, Charlie (May 27, 2017). Merkel Mad: Donald Trump Declines to Endorse Paris Climate Agreement. Breitbart News. Retrieved May 27, 2017.

[480] Vagnoni, Griselda; Irish, John (May 27, 2017). G7 leaders blame US for failure to reach climate change agreement in unusually frank statement. The Independent. Retrieved May 27, 2017.

[481] Spiering, Charlie (May 27, 2017). Merkel Mad: Donald Trump Declines to Endorse Paris Climate Agreement. Breitbart News. Retrieved May 27, 2017.

[138] Multiple references:
Williams, Thomas D. PhD (May 27, 2017). President Trump Stands Up to G7 Leaders, Refuses to Ratify Climate Agreement. Breitbart News. Retrieved May 27, 2017.

Boyer, Dave (May 26, 2017). Trump says he’ll make decision on climate-change agreement next week. The Washington Times. Retrieved May 27, 2017.

Trump declines to join world leaders at G-7 in affirming Paris climate accord. Fox News. May 27, 2017. Retrieved May 27, 2017.

[483] Williams, Thomas D. PhD (May 27, 2017). President Trump Stands Up to G7 Leaders, Refuses to Ratify Climate Agreement. Breitbart News. Retrieved May 27, 2017.

[484] Boyer, Dave (May 26, 2017). Trump says he’ll make decision on climate-change agreement next week. The Washington Times. Retrieved May 27, 2017.

[485] Trump declines to join world leaders at G-7 in affirming Paris climate accord. Fox News. May 27, 2017. Retrieved May 27, 2017.

[139] Trump holds off climate change pact, will make decision ‘next week’. Breitbart News. May 27, 2017. Retrieved May 27, 2017.

[140] Stormy climate at G7 as Trump goes his own way. Breitbart News. May 27, 2017. Retrieved May 27, 2017.

[141] Lynch, Colum (May 25, 2017). Trump Advisor Stephen Miller Blocked G-7 Migration Proposal. Foreign Policy. Retrieved May 29, 2017.

[142] Multiple references:
Boyer, Dave (May 27, 2017). Trump calls his first international trip a ‘home run’ in speech at Naval Air Station Sigonella. The Washington Times. Retrieved May 27, 2017.

Trump touts success on NATO, terrorism battle, thanks troops in trip-ending speech. Fox News. May 27, 2017. Retrieved May 27, 2017.

[490] Boyer, Dave (May 27, 2017). Trump calls his first international trip a ‘home run’ in speech at Naval Air Station Sigonella. The Washington Times. Retrieved May 27, 2017.

[491] Trump touts success on NATO, terrorism battle, thanks troops in trip-ending speech. Fox News. May 27, 2017. Retrieved May 27, 2017.

[TroopsPress_Conference-143] Spiering, Charlie (May 27, 2017). Donald Trump Shuns Press Conference, Celebrates Successful Foreign Trip with American Troops. Breitbart News. Retrieved May 27, 2017.

[144] Multiple references:
Nicholas, Peter (July 9, 2017). Trump’s America First Policy Proves to Be an Immovable Object at G-20. The Wall Street Journal. Retrieved July 10, 2017.

Easley, Jonathan; Fabian, Jordan (July 8, 2017). 5 takeaways from Trump's dramatic weekend with world leaders. The Hill. Retrieved July 8, 2017.

Saunders, Debra J. (July 8, 2017). G20 stage, Trump’s Warsaw speech highlight divide — ANALYSIS. Las Vegas Review-Journal. Retrieved July 10, 2017.

President Trump Returns To The U.S. After G20 Summit. One America News Network. July 9, 2017. Retrieved July 10, 2017.

Korte, Gregory (July 9, 2017). G-20 minus 1: How Trump changed the nature of American leadership at global summit. USA Today. Retrieved July 10, 2017.

Crowley, Michael (July 8, 2017). Trump’s nationalists triumphant after Europe trip. Politico. Retrieved July 9, 2017.

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 :''Main article: [[Donald Trump achievements: Foreign policy]]''
 This article is a list of achievements by [[President of the United States of America|U.S. President]] [[Donald Trump]], [[Trump Administration|his administration]], and [[United States Congress|Congress]] related to his foreign policy in 2017.
+President Trump was observed early in his presidency to have adopted a strong<ref>Collinson, Stephen (April 14, 2017). [https://www.cnn.com/2017/04/14/politics/donald-trump-military-afghanistan/index.html Trump carves out tough commander-in-chief posture]. ''CNN''. Retrieved April 14, 2017.</ref> and unpredictable<ref>Wong, Kristina (July 3, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/07/03/president-trump-off-script-foreign-policy/ President Trump’s ‘Unpredictable’ Foreign Policy Bears Fruit]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved July 4, 2017.</ref> foreign policy and was described as having made a "consequential impact" on foreign policy early on.<ref>Taylor, Guy; Boylan, Dan (April 27, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/apr/27/donald-trumps-foreign-policy-makes-impact/ Trump’s unconventional foreign policy makes consequential impact in first 100 days]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved April 28, 2017.</ref> This was as opposed to [[Barack Obama]]'s foreign policy.<ref>Llorente, Elizabeth (April 14, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/04/14/ex-obama-officials-say-hesitation-to-use-force-in-syria-elsewhere-emboldened-adversaries.html Ex-Obama officials say hesitation to use force in Syria, elsewhere, emboldened adversaries]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 14, 2017.<br>
+Despite this article's title, it confirms the Trump Administration's divergence from Obama's foreign policy:
+*Heinlein, Peter (July 19, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/despite-rhetoric-trump-foreign-policy-hews-close-obama/3950951.html Despite Rhetoric, Trump's Foreign Policy Hews Close to Obama's]. ''Voice of America''. Retrieved July 20, 2017.</ref> As the North Korean vice-foreign minister stated, Trump's foreign policy was "more vicious and more aggressive" than that of Obama.<ref>Talmadge, Eric (April 14, 2017). [https://www.yahoo.com/news/n-korean-official-us-more-vicious-aggressive-under-051124540.html N. Korean official: Ready for war if Trump wants it]. ''Yahoo News'' (from the ''Associated Press''). Retrieved April 14, 2017.</ref> President Trump also shook the global establishment through his foreign policy.<ref>Kheel, Rebecca (December 25, 2017). [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/366250-trump-roils-the-globe-in-first-year-as-commander-in-chief Trump roils the globe in first year as commander in chief]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved December 25, 2017.</ref> President Trump implemented his [[America First]] philosophy into his foreign policy,<ref>Starr, Penny (June 22, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/22/mike-pence-president-trump-is-restoring-u-s-leadership-in-the-free-world-by-putting-america-first/ Mike Pence: President Trump is Restoring U.S. Leadership in the Free World by ‘Putting America First’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 23, 2017.</ref><ref name="AmericaFirstUN"/> and he emphasized the issue of [[sovereignty]].<ref name="Sovereignty"/><ref>Multiple references:
+*Newman, Alex (September 20, 2017). [https://www.thenewamerican.com/usnews/foreign-policy/item/26952-in-america-first-speech-at-un-trump-defends-sovereignty In “America First” Speech At UN, Trump Defends Sovereignty]. ''The New American''. Retrieved October 28, 2017.
+*Ma, Ying (October 11, 2017). [https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/dear-intellectual-elites-sovereignty-is-what-america-first-foreign-policy-is-all-about/article/2637148 Dear intellectual elites: Sovereignty is what 'America First' foreign policy is all about]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved October 28, 2017.
+*Kurtz, Stanley (October 4, 2017). [https://www.nationalreview.com/corner/452301/sovereignty-theme-trumps-foreign-policy-john-fonte The Sovereignty Theme in Trump’s Foreign Policy]. ''National Review''. Retrieved October 28, 2017.</ref>
+By May 2017, Trump had "hit most, if not all, of the notes he wanted to on a broad range of issues" and was more ambitious than Obama had been at the same point in his presidency.<ref name="FulfilAmbitious">Boyer, Dave (May 25, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/25/donald-trump-meets-goals-of-foreign-trip/ Trump fulfills ambitious agenda on first trip abroad, eclipsing Obama’s record during first year]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 25, 2017.</ref> Even the liberal [[CNN]] admitted that President Trump's foreign policy made several achievements in 2017.<ref>Bergen, Peter (December 26, 2017). [https://www.cnn.com/2017/12/26/opinions/trumps-foreign-policy-successes-opinion-bergen/ Trump has scored some successes in foreign policy] ''CNN''. Retrieved December 26, 2017.</ref>
+For foreign policy achievements related to trade policy, see [[Donald Trump achievements: Trade policy]]. For foreign policy achievements related to environmental policy, see [[Donald Trump achievements: Energy and environmental policy]]. For military operations targeting terrorist groups and individuals, see [[Donald Trump achievements: Military, national security, and anti-terrorism]].
 ==Legislation signed, 2017==
 *August 2, 2017—President Trump signed a bill into law that, despite its flaws, enacted additional sanctions against Russia, Iran, and North Korea.<ref>Multiple references:
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/08/02/president-trump-signs-russia-sanctions-bill.html President Trump signs Russia sanctions bill]. ''Fox News''. August 2, 2017. Retrieved August 4, 2017.
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/08/02/president-trump-signs-russia-sanctions-bill.html President Trump signs Russia sanctions bill]. ''Fox News''. August 2, 2017. Retrieved August 4, 2017.
 *Herman, Steve (August 3, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/trump-signs-russia-sanctions-bill-/3969202.html Trump Signs Sanctions Bill, Calls It 'Significantly Flawed']. ''Voice of America''. Retrieved August 4, 2017.
 *Spiering, Charlie (August 2, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/08/02/donald-trump-signs-russia-sanctions/ Donald Trump Signs Russia Sanctions]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved August 4, 2017.
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 ==Executive actions, 2017==
-President Trump was observed early in his presidency to have adopted a strong<ref>Collinson, Stephen (April 14, 2017). [https://www.cnn.com/2017/04/14/politics/donald-trump-military-afghanistan/index.html Trump carves out tough commander-in-chief posture]. ''CNN''. Retrieved April 14, 2017.</ref> and unpredictable<ref>Wong, Kristina (July 3, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/07/03/president-trump-off-script-foreign-policy/ President Trump’s ‘Unpredictable’ Foreign Policy Bears Fruit]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved July 4, 2017.</ref> foreign policy and was described as having made a "consequential impact" on foreign policy early on.<ref>Taylor, Guy; Boylan, Dan (April 27, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/apr/27/donald-trumps-foreign-policy-makes-impact/ Trump’s unconventional foreign policy makes consequential impact in first 100 days]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved April 28, 2017.</ref> This was as opposed to Barack Obama's foreign policy.<ref>Llorente, Elizabeth (April 14, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/04/14/ex-obama-officials-say-hesitation-to-use-force-in-syria-elsewhere-emboldened-adversaries.html Ex-Obama officials say hesitation to use force in Syria, elsewhere, emboldened adversaries]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 14, 2017.<br>
-Despite this article's title, it confirms the Trump Administration's divergence from Obama's foreign policy:
-*Heinlein, Peter (July 19, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/despite-rhetoric-trump-foreign-policy-hews-close-obama/3950951.html Despite Rhetoric, Trump's Foreign Policy Hews Close to Obama's]. ''Voice of America''. Retrieved July 20, 2017.</ref> As the North Korean vice-foreign minister stated, Trump's foreign policy was "more vicious and more aggressive" than that of Barack Obama.<ref>Talmadge, Eric (April 14, 2017). [https://www.yahoo.com/news/n-korean-official-us-more-vicious-aggressive-under-051124540.html N. Korean official: Ready for war if Trump wants it]. ''Yahoo News'' (from the ''Associated Press''). Retrieved April 14, 2017.</ref> President Trump also shook the global establishment through his foreign policy.<ref>Kheel, Rebecca (December 25, 2017). [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/366250-trump-roils-the-globe-in-first-year-as-commander-in-chief Trump roils the globe in first year as commander in chief]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved December 25, 2017.</ref> President Trump implemented his [[America First]] philosophy into his foreign policy,<ref>Starr, Penny (June 22, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/22/mike-pence-president-trump-is-restoring-u-s-leadership-in-the-free-world-by-putting-america-first/ Mike Pence: President Trump is Restoring U.S. Leadership in the Free World by ‘Putting America First’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 23, 2017.</ref><ref name="AmericaFirstUN"/> and he emphasized the issue of [[sovereignty]].<ref name="Sovereignty"/><ref>Multiple references:
-*Newman, Alex (September 20, 2017). [https://www.thenewamerican.com/usnews/foreign-policy/item/26952-in-america-first-speech-at-un-trump-defends-sovereignty In “America First” Speech At UN, Trump Defends Sovereignty]. ''The New American''. Retrieved October 28, 2017.
-*Ma, Ying (October 11, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/dear-intellectual-elites-sovereignty-is-what-america-first-foreign-policy-is-all-about/article/2637148 Dear intellectual elites: Sovereignty is what 'America First' foreign policy is all about]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved October 28, 2017.
-*Kurtz, Stanley (October 4, 2017). [http://www.nationalreview.com/corner/452301/sovereignty-theme-trumps-foreign-policy-john-fonte The Sovereignty Theme in Trump’s Foreign Policy]. ''National Review''. Retrieved October 28, 2017.</ref>
-By May 2017, Trump had "hit most, if not all, of the notes he wanted to on a broad range of issues" and was more ambitious than Obama had been at the same point in his presidency.<ref name="FulfilAmbitious">Boyer, Dave (May 25, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/25/donald-trump-meets-goals-of-foreign-trip/ Trump fulfills ambitious agenda on first trip abroad, eclipsing Obama’s record during first year]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 25, 2017.</ref> Even the liberal [[CNN]] admitted that President Trump's foreign policy achieved several achievements in 2017.<ref>Bergen, Peter (December 26, 2017). [https://www.cnn.com/2017/12/26/opinions/trumps-foreign-policy-successes-opinion-bergen/ Trump has scored some successes in foreign policy] ''CNN''. Retrieved December 26, 2017.</ref>
-===United Nations===
+===United Nations and U.S. sovereignty===
-*The Trump Administration adopted a more critical stance toward the [[United Nations]] than the Obama Administration.<ref>Shaw, Adam (April 10, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/10/un-tensions-with-trump-administration-mount-as-both-sides-dig-in.html UN tensions with Trump administration mount as both sides dig in]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 10, 2017.<br>
+The Trump Administration adopted a more critical stance toward the [[United Nations]] than the Obama Administration.<ref>Shaw, Adam (April 10, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/10/un-tensions-with-trump-administration-mount-as-both-sides-dig-in.html UN tensions with Trump administration mount as both sides dig in]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 10, 2017.<br>
 See also:
 *Pollak, Joel B. (December 26, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/12/26/five-things-trump-done-fight-united-nations-three-ways-surrendered/ Five Things Trump Has Done to Fight the United Nations — and Three Ways He Has Surrendered]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved December 26, 2017.
 *Byas, Steve (December 20, 2017). [https://www.thenewamerican.com/usnews/foreign-policy/item/27620-haley-declares-that-un-is-attacking-america-s-sovereignty Haley Declares That UN Is Attacking America’s Sovereignty]. ''The New American''. Retrieved December 20, 2017.</ref> Here are some of the actions the Trump Administration took related to the UN:
-**March 2017—After the UN Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia authored a destructive and [[anti-Semitic]]<ref>Multiple references:
-*Tobin, Jonathan S. (March 17, 2017). [http://www.nationalreview.com/article/445879/un-report-israel-apartheid-accusation-outrageous-anti-semitic More than Just Another Anti-Israel U.N. Farce]. ''National Review''. Retrieved March 18, 2017.
+*March 2017—After the UN Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia authored a destructive and [[anti-Semitic]]<ref>Multiple references:
-*Russell, George (March 17, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/03/17/beyond-apartheid-u-n-commission-pushes-legal-and-propaganda-offensive-against-israel.html Beyond 'apartheid'--U.N. commission pushes legal and propaganda offensive against Israel]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved March 18, 2017.</ref> report against [[Israel]], the report and agency were strongly criticized by the United States and UN Ambassador [[Nikki Haley]], and the executive director of the commission resigned in response.<ref>Multiple references:
+*Tobin, Jonathan S. (March 17, 2017). [https://www.nationalreview.com/article/445879/un-report-israel-apartheid-accusation-outrageous-anti-semitic More than Just Another Anti-Israel U.N. Farce]. ''National Review''. Retrieved March 18, 2017.
-*Shaw, Adam (March 17, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/03/17/un-official-resigns-over-nixed-anti-israel-report-after-pressure-from-haley.html UN official resigns over nixed anti-Israel report after pressure from Haley]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved March 18, 2017.
+*Russell, George (March 17, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/03/17/beyond-apartheid-u-n-commission-pushes-legal-and-propaganda-offensive-against-israel.html Beyond 'apartheid'--U.N. commission pushes legal and propaganda offensive against Israel]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved March 18, 2017.</ref> report against [[Israel]], the report and agency were strongly criticized by the United States and UN Ambassador [[Nikki Haley]], and the executive director of the commission resigned in response.<ref>Multiple references:
+*Shaw, Adam (March 17, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/03/17/un-official-resigns-over-nixed-anti-israel-report-after-pressure-from-haley.html UN official resigns over nixed anti-Israel report after pressure from Haley]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved March 18, 2017.
 *[https://www.breitbart.com/jerusalem/2017/03/17/un-official-quitting-israel-apartheid-report/ UN Official Quitting Over ‘Israel Apartheid’ Report]. ''Breitbart News''. March 17, 2017. Retrieved March 18, 2017.</ref>
-**April 4, 2017—The Trump Administration halted U.S. funding of the [[United Nations]] Population Fund, which has links to inhumane abortion programs such as [[China]]'s [[one-child policy]]. Instead, the $32.5 million was shifted to the U.S. Agency for International Development.<ref>Multiple references:
+*April 4, 2017—The Trump Administration halted U.S. funding of the [[United Nations]] Population Fund, which has links to inhumane abortion programs such as [[China]]'s [[one-child policy]]. Instead, the $32.5 million was shifted to the U.S. Agency for International Development.<ref>Multiple references:
 *Berry, Susan, Dr. (April 4, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/04/trump-halts-u-s-funding-united-nations-population-fund/ Trump Halts U.S. Funding of United Nations Population Fund]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 4, 2017.
 *Chretien, Claire (April 4, 2017). [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/breaking-trump-pulls-us-money-from-un-population-fund-over-forced-abortion Trump cuts funding to UN agency over forced abortion support]. ''LifeSiteNews''. Retrieved January 24, 2018.
 *[https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-un-populattionfund/u-s-withdraws-funding-for-u-n-population-fund-idUSKBN17600T U.S. withdraws funding for U.N. Population Fund]. ''Reuters''. April 3, 2018. Retrieved January 24, 2018.
 *[https://www.voanews.com/a/us-cuts-off-funding-un-population-fund-abortion/3795255.html Trump Administration Cuts Off US Funds for UN Agency Over Abortion]. ''Voice of America'' (from the ''Associated Press''). Retrieved January 24, 2018.
+*[https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-39487617 US withdraws funding for United Nations Population Fund]. ''BBC News''. April 4, 2017. Retrieved July 19, 2019.
 *Tennant, Michael (April 5, 2018). [https://www.thenewamerican.com/usnews/item/25750-trump-stops-funding-un-agency-accused-of-abetting-forced-abortions Trump Stops Funding UN Agency Accused of Abetting Forced Abortions]. ''The New American''. Retrieved January 24, 2018.</ref>
-**June 2017—Under pressure from the Trump Administration, the UN cut its peacekeeping budget by $570 million, with the U.S. share of the budget reduced by 7.5%.<ref>Multiple references:
+*June 1, 2017—To the dismay of world leaders,<ref>Multiple references:
-*Lederer, Edith M. (June 30, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/06/30/un-agrees-to-cut-peacekeeping-budget-reduction-us-sought.html UN agrees to cut peacekeeping budget, a reduction US sought]. ''Fox News'' (from the ''Associated Press''). Retrieved July 5, 2018.
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/01/paris-agreement-on-climate-change-world-reaction-to-us-pullout.html Paris agreement on climate change: World reaction to US pullout]. ''Fox News''. June 1, 2017. Retrieved June 1, 2017.
+*Wolfgang, Ben (June 1, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/1/angela-merkel-emmanuel-macron-exit-paris-climate-d/ European leaders say Trump’s exit from Paris climate deal is ‘irreversible’]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 2, 2017.
+*Henry, Devin (June 3, 2017). [https://thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/336176-globe-heaps-scorn-on-trump-for-paris-exit Globe heaps scorn on Trump for Paris exit]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 3, 2017.</ref> the media,<ref>Multiple references:
+*Kurtz, Howard (June 2, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/02/getting-hot-in-here-why-media-hate-trumps-climate-deal-exit.html Getting hot in here: Why the media hate Trump's climate deal exit]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved June 2, 2017.
+*Adams, Becket (June 1, 2017). [https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/media-drop-all-pretense-of-objectivity-to-bemoan-us-withdrawal-from-paris-agreement/article/2624726 Media drop all pretense of objectivity to bemoan US withdrawal from Paris Agreement]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 5, 2017.
+*Kurtz, Howard (June 5, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/05/climate-coverage-opposing-not-just-trumps-policies-but-presidents-persona.html Climate coverage: Opposing not just Trump's policies but the president's persona]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved June 5, 2017.</ref> and other liberals,<ref>Multiple references:
+*Griswold, Alex (June 1, 2017). [https://freebeacon.com/politics/traitorous-act-war-liberals-angrily-react-trump-pulling-paris-agreement/ ‘Traitorous Act of War’: Liberals Angrily React to Trump Pulling Out of Paris Agreement]. ''The Washington Free Beacon''. Retrieved June 1, 2017.
+*Singman, Brooke (June 1, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/01/paris-agreement-on-climate-change-washington-reacts-to-us-pullout.html Paris Agreement on climate change: Washington reacts to US pullout]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved June 1, 2017.
+*Mason, Ian (June 1, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/01/meltdown-left-goes-apocalyptic-over-trump-paris-decision-aclu-calls-it-assault-on-communities-of-color/ Meltdown: Left Goes Apocalyptic over Trump Paris Decision, ACLU Calls It ‘Assault on Communities of Color’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 2, 2017.
+*Shaw, Adam (June 2, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/02/liberal-cities-react-trumps-paris-decision-green-lights/ Liberal Cities React to Trump’s Paris Decision by Shining Green Lights on Buildings]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 2, 2017.
+*Pandolfo, Chris (June 1, 2017). [https://www.conservativereview.com/articles/liberals-are-losing-their-minds-over-trumps-climate-decision Liberals are losing their minds over Trump’s climate decision]. ''Conservative Review''. Retrieved June 2, 2017.</ref> and in a major blow to Obama's legacy,<ref>Wolfgang, Ben (June 1, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/1/donald-trump-withdraws-us-from-paris-climate-accor/ Trump eviscerates Obama’s Paris legacy]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 1, 2017.</ref> President Trump announced the U.S. would withdraw from the [[Paris climate agreement]] and immediately stop its implementation,<ref name="ParisFox6/1/17">Chakraborty, Barnini (June 1, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/01/trump-u-s-to-withdraw-from-paris-climate-pact-calls-it-unfair-for-america.html Paris Agreement on climate change: US withdraws as Trump calls it 'unfair']. ''Fox News''. Retrieved June 1, 2017.</ref><ref name="MoonsParis6/1/17">Moons, Michelle (June 1, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/01/trump-u-s-will-withdraw-from-paris-climate-accord/ Trump: U.S. Will Withdraw from Paris Climate Accord]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 1, 2017.</ref><ref name="ParisAgreement">Multiple references:
+*Easley, Jonathan (June 2, 2017). [https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/336014-trump-cements-america-first-doctrine-with-paris-withdrawal Trump cements 'America First' doctrine with Paris withdrawal]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 2, 2017.
+*Stokols, Eli (June 2, 2017). [https://www.wsj.com/articles/donald-trump-to-exit-paris-climate-deal-officials-say-1496343854 Donald Trump Withdraws From Paris Climate Deal Despite Allies’ Opposition]. ''The Wall Street Journal''. Retrieved January 20, 2019.</ref> including by ending payments to the U.N. Green Climate Fund.<ref>Volcovici, Valerie; Mason, Jeff (June 1, 2017). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-climatechange-trump-idUSKBN18R1J4 Trump abandons global climate pact; allies voice dismay]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved June 1, 2017.</ref> In his announcement speech, Trump made clear that "I was elected to represent the citizens of Pittsburgh, not Paris," and that "our withdrawal from the agreement represents a reassertion of America’s sovereignty."<ref name="MoonsParis6/1/17"/><ref>Multiple references:
+*Mason, Ian (June 1, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/01/trump-time-to-put-ohio-michigan-and-pennsylvania-before-paris/ Trump: Time to Put Ohio, Michigan, and Pennsylvania Before Paris]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 2, 2017.
+*Newman, Alex (June 1, 2017). [https://www.thenewamerican.com/tech/environment/item/26154-with-nod-to-sovereignty-trump-dumps-un-climate-regime With Nod to Sovereignty, Trump Dumps UN “Climate” Regime]. ''The New American''. Retrieved January 3, 2017.</ref><ref>Despite mockery from liberals due to the fact that the mayor of the city of Pittsburgh supported the Paris accord, Trump won the Pittsburgh metro area:
+*Lee, Tony (June 4, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/04/trump-won-pittsburgh-metropolitan-area-paris-accord/ CityLab Analysis: Trump Actually Won Pittsburgh Metropolitan Area]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 5, 2017.</ref> (even with U.S. withdrawal, it was still well on its way to deeply reducing admissions<ref>Wolfgang, Ben (June 21, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/21/paris-climate-goals-attainable-without-us-governme/ Who needs Paris? U.S. is well on its way to lower emissions with economic, technological changes]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 22, 2017.</ref>) The Trump Administration formally notified the UN of its intention to withdraw from the agreement on August 4, 2017.<ref>Multiple references:
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/08/04/us-formally-tells-un-it-wants-out-paris-climate-accord.html US formally tells UN it wants out of Paris climate accord]. ''Fox News'' (from the ''Associated Press''). August 4, 2017. Retrieved August 4, 2017.
+*[https://www.voanews.com/a/united-states-formally-withdraws-from-paris-climate-agreement/3973137.html US Formally Withdraws From Paris Climate Agreement]. ''Voice of America''. August 4, 2017. Retrieved August 4, 2017.
+*Volcovici, Valerie (August 4, 2017). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-un-climate-usa-paris-idUSKBN1AK2FM U.S. submits formal notice of withdrawal from Paris climate pact]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved August 4, 2017.
+*Shaw, Adam (August 6, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/08/06/u-s-formally-notifies-u-n-intent-withdraw-paris-climate-agreement/ U.S. Formally Notifies U.N. of Intention to Withdraw from Paris Climate Agreement]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved August 7, 2017.
+The United States stated it would continue to take part in climate talks in order to protect its interests:
+*Fontemaggi, Francesco (August 5, 2017). [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-to-join-climate-talks-despite-paris-accord-exit/ US to join climate talks despite Paris accord exit]. ''The Times of Israel''. Retrieved August 4, 2017.
+See also:
+*Delingpole, James (October 25, 2019). [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2019/10/25/quitting-the-paris-climate-accord-was-trumps-finest-hour/ Delingpole: Quitting the Paris Climate Accord Is Trump’s Most Important Achievement]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved October 25, 2019.
+*Varney, James (January 20, 2019). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2019/jan/20/conservatives-want-more-permanent-exit-from-paris-/ Conservatives want more permanent exit from Paris climate accord]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved January 20, 2019.</ref>
+*June 2017—Under pressure from the Trump Administration, the UN cut its peacekeeping budget by $570 million, with the U.S. share of the budget reduced by 7.5%.<ref>Multiple references:
+*Lederer, Edith M. (June 30, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/06/30/un-agrees-to-cut-peacekeeping-budget-reduction-us-sought.html UN agrees to cut peacekeeping budget, a reduction US sought]. ''Fox News'' (from the ''Associated Press''). Retrieved July 5, 2018.
 *Besheer, Margaret (June 30, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/un-peacekeeping-budget-cut-by-600-million-dollars/3923664.html UN Peacekeeping Budget Cut By $600 Million]. ''Voice of America''. July 5, 2018.
 *[https://www.rferl.org/a/un-general-assembly-agrees-600-million-cut-peacekeeping-missions-us-pressure-nikki-haley/28589356.html UN Agrees To $570 Million Cut In Peacekeeping Missions Under U.S. Pressure]. ''Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty''. July 1, 2017. Retrieved July 5, 2018.
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 See also:
 *[https://www.wsj.com/articles/trump-gets-the-u-n-to-cut-spending-1514839180 Trump Gets the U.N. to Cut Spending]. ''The Wall Street Journal''. January 1, 2018. Retrieved July 5, 2018.</ref>
-**September 19, 2017—President Trump gave a speech<ref>[https://thehill.com/opinion/white-house/351348-full-speech-trumps-un-debut-a-blunt-warning-to-americas-enemies FULL SPEECH: Trump's UN General Assembly debut]. ''The Hill''. September 19, 2017. Retrieved September 24, 2017.<br>
+*September 19, 2017—President Trump gave a speech<ref>Multiple references:
+*[https://www.c-span.org/video/?434273-2/president-trump-threatens-destroy-north-korea-un-speech President Trump Remarks at United Nations General Assembly]. ''C-SPAN''. September 19, 2017. Retrieved September 25, 2019.
+*[https://thehill.com/opinion/white-house/351348-full-speech-trumps-un-debut-a-blunt-warning-to-americas-enemies FULL SPEECH: Trump's UN General Assembly debut]. ''The Hill''. September 19, 2017. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
 See also:
 *Stanage, Niall (September 19, 2017). [https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/351378-the-memo-five-takeaways-from-trumps-un-speech The Memo: Five takeaways from Trump’s UN speech]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved September 24, 2017.</ref> at the [[United Nations General Assembly]] in which he strongly advocated for conservative policies and ideals. He strongly advocated for his philosophy of [[America First]]<ref name="AmericaFirstUN">Multiple references:
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 *Shaw, Adam (September 19, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/09/19/donald-trump-full-throated-defense-america-first-u-n-speech/ Donald Trump Gives Full-Throated Defense of ‘America First’ in U.N. Speech]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
 *Boyer, Dave (September 19, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/sep/19/donald-trump-defines-america-first-to-un-warns-nor/ Trump defines ‘America First’ to wary world leaders at U.N., warns North Korea and Iran]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
-*Nakamura, David; Gearan, Anne (September 19, 2017). [https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/trump-defends-america-first-foreign-policy-at-un-threatens-to-totally-destroy-north-korea/2017/09/19/33162080-9d62-11e7-9083-fbfddf6804c2_story.html Trump defends ‘America first’ foreign policy at U.N., threatens to ‘totally destroy’ North Korea]. ''The Washington Post''. Retrieved September 24, 2017.</ref><ref name="ForceForGood"/> and for [[Sovereignty|national sovereignty]] in general,<ref name="Sovereignty">Tartar, Andre (September 22, 2017). [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2017-09-22/exactly-how-many-times-did-trump-talk-about-sovereignty Exactly How Many Times Did Trump Talk About Sovereignty?] ''Bloomberg''. Retrieved October 28, 2017.</ref><ref name="ForceForGood">Hayward, John (September 19, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/09/19/trump-u-n-america-among-greatest-forces-good-history-world/ Trump to U.N.: America ‘Among the Greatest Forces for Good in the History of the World’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved September 24, 2017.</ref><ref>Westwood, Sarah (September 19, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-calls-for-great-reawakening-of-nations-at-united-nations-summit/article/2634868 Trump calls for 'great reawakening of nations' at United Nations summit]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved September 24, 2017.</ref><ref name="UNspeechShift">[http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/rocket-man-aside-trumps-un-speech-marks-another-kind-of-shift/article/2635009 'Rocket Man' aside, Trump's UN speech marks another kind of shift]. ''Washington Examiner''. September 20, 2017. Retrieved September 24, 2017.</ref> stating that "as President of the United States I will always put America first," and that "the nation-state remains the best vehicle for elevating the human condition," among other strong statements.<ref name="AmericaFirstUN"/> He advocated for keeping refugees in their home countries.<ref>Macchi, Victoria (September 19, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/trump-revives-rhetoric-on-keeping-refugee-in-host-countries/4035754.html Trump Revives Rhetoric on Keeping Refugees in Host Countries]. ''Voice of America''. Retrieved September 24, 2017.</ref> He attacked the ideology of [[socialism]].<ref>Multiple references:
+*Nakamura, David; Gearan, Anne (September 19, 2017). [https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/trump-defends-america-first-foreign-policy-at-un-threatens-to-totally-destroy-north-korea/2017/09/19/33162080-9d62-11e7-9083-fbfddf6804c2_story.html Trump defends ‘America first’ foreign policy at U.N., threatens to ‘totally destroy’ North Korea]. ''The Washington Post''. Retrieved September 24, 2017.</ref><ref name="ForceForGood"/> and for [[Sovereignty|national sovereignty]] in general,<ref name="Sovereignty">Tartar, Andre (September 22, 2017). [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2017-09-22/exactly-how-many-times-did-trump-talk-about-sovereignty Exactly How Many Times Did Trump Talk About Sovereignty?] ''Bloomberg''. Retrieved October 28, 2017.</ref><ref name="ForceForGood">Hayward, John (September 19, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/09/19/trump-u-n-america-among-greatest-forces-good-history-world/ Trump to U.N.: America ‘Among the Greatest Forces for Good in the History of the World’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved September 24, 2017.</ref><ref>Westwood, Sarah (September 19, 2017). [https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-calls-for-great-reawakening-of-nations-at-united-nations-summit/article/2634868 Trump calls for 'great reawakening of nations' at United Nations summit]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved September 24, 2017.</ref><ref name="UNspeechShift">[https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/rocket-man-aside-trumps-un-speech-marks-another-kind-of-shift/article/2635009 'Rocket Man' aside, Trump's UN speech marks another kind of shift]. ''Washington Examiner''. September 20, 2017. Retrieved September 24, 2017.</ref> stating that "as President of the United States I will always put America first," and that "the nation-state remains the best vehicle for elevating the human condition," among other strong statements.<ref name="AmericaFirstUN"/> He advocated for keeping refugees in their home countries.<ref>Macchi, Victoria (September 19, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/trump-revives-rhetoric-on-keeping-refugee-in-host-countries/4035754.html Trump Revives Rhetoric on Keeping Refugees in Host Countries]. ''Voice of America''. Retrieved September 24, 2017.</ref> He attacked the ideology of [[socialism]].<ref>Multiple references:
 *Kew, Ben (September 19, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/09/19/trump-blasts-socialism-at-u-n-failed-ideology-that-causes-poverty-and-misery-everywhere/ Trump Blasts Socialism at UN: ‘Failed Ideology’ that Causes ‘Poverty and Misery Everywhere’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
 *Kurmanaev, Anatoly (September 19, 2017). [https://www.wsj.com/articles/trump-takes-aim-at-venezuela-in-u-n-speech-1505847154 Trump Takes Aim at Venezuela in U.N. Speech]. ''The Wall Street Journal''. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
 *Saavedra, Ryan (September 19, 2017). [http://www.dailywire.com/news/21306/watch-trump-slams-socialism-un-world-leaders-ryan-saavedra WATCH: Trump Slams Socialism At U.N., World Leaders Refuse To Clap]. ''The Daily Wire''. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
-*Taunton, Larry Alex (September 24, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/opinion/2017/09/24/trump-is-right-newsweek-socialism-doesnt-work.html Trump is right, Newsweek. Socialism doesn't work]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved September 24, 2017.</ref> He strongly criticized the Iran nuclear deal, calling it an "embarrassment."<ref>Chalfant, Morgan (September 19, 2017). [https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/351323-trump-iran-nuclear-deal-an-embarrassment Trump: Iran nuclear deal an ‘embarrassment’]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved September 24, 2017.</ref> To the shock of the [[mainstream media]],<ref>Scarry, Eddie (September 19, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/reporters-shaken-by-trumps-tough-talk-against-north-korea/article/2634872 Reporters shaken by Trump's tough talk against North Korea]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved September 24, 2017.</ref> he notably criticized North Korea and its leader, calling him "Rocket Man" and threatening to "totally destroy" the Asian country.<ref>Multiple references:
+*Taunton, Larry Alex (September 24, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/2017/09/24/trump-is-right-newsweek-socialism-doesnt-work.html Trump is right, Newsweek. Socialism doesn't work]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved September 24, 2017.</ref> He strongly criticized the Iran nuclear deal, calling it an "embarrassment."<ref>Chalfant, Morgan (September 19, 2017). [https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/351323-trump-iran-nuclear-deal-an-embarrassment Trump: Iran nuclear deal an ‘embarrassment’]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved September 24, 2017.</ref> To the shock of the [[mainstream media]],<ref>Scarry, Eddie (September 19, 2017). [https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/reporters-shaken-by-trumps-tough-talk-against-north-korea/article/2634872 Reporters shaken by Trump's tough talk against North Korea]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved September 24, 2017.</ref> he notably criticized North Korea and its leader, calling him "Rocket Man" and threatening to "totally destroy" the Asian country.<ref>Multiple references:
 *Holland, Steve; Mason, Jeff (September 18, 2017). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-un-assembly-trump/if-threatened-u-s-will-totally-destroy-north-korea-trump-vows-idUSKCN1BU0B3 If threatened, U.S. will 'totally destroy' North Korea, Trump vows]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
 *Heinlein, Peter (September 19, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/trump-calls-for-world-action-against-north-korea-iran-venezuela-/4035239.html Trump Threatens 'Total Destruction' of North Korea in First UN Speech]. ''Voice of America''. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
 *Boyer, Dave (September 19, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/sep/19/trump-slams-north-korean-leader-kim-jong-un/ Trump slams Kim Jong-un: ‘Rocket Man is on a suicide mission]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
-*Pappas, Alex (September 19, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/09/19/un-speech-trump-says-rocket-man-kim-jong-un-on-suicide-mission-in-broadside-at-rogue-regimes.html UN speech: Trump says 'Rocket Man' Kim Jong Un on 'suicide mission,' in broadside at 'rogue regimes']. ''Fox News''. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
+*Pappas, Alex (September 19, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/09/19/un-speech-trump-says-rocket-man-kim-jong-un-on-suicide-mission-in-broadside-at-rogue-regimes.html UN speech: Trump says 'Rocket Man' Kim Jong Un on 'suicide mission,' in broadside at 'rogue regimes']. ''Fox News''. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
-*Shaw, Adam (September 19, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/09/19/trump-threatens-totally-destroy-north-korea-rocket-man-suicide-mission/ In U.N. Speech, Trump Threatens to ‘Totally Destroy’ North Korea: ‘Rocket Man Is on a Suicide Mission’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved September 24, 2017.</ref> He criticized the UN for letting governments that commit human rights abuses sit on the U.N. Human Rights Council.<ref>Morrongiello, Gabby (September 19, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-massive-source-of-embarrassment-for-un-to-give-voice-to-human-rights-abusers/article/2634873 Trump: 'Massive source of embarrassment' for UN to give voice to human rights abusers]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved September 24, 2017.</ref> Trump stated that he would "stop [[radical Islamic terrorism]]," not backing down from using the politically incorrect term.<ref>Multiple references:
+*Shaw, Adam (September 19, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/09/19/trump-threatens-totally-destroy-north-korea-rocket-man-suicide-mission/ In U.N. Speech, Trump Threatens to ‘Totally Destroy’ North Korea: ‘Rocket Man Is on a Suicide Mission’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
+See also:
+*Charles, Robert (September 21, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/sep/21/donald-trump-un-speech-shows-a-statesman-at-work/ Trump, the statesman, at the U.N.] ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved September 24, 2019.</ref> He criticized the UN for letting governments that commit human rights abuses sit on the U.N. Human Rights Council.<ref>Morrongiello, Gabby (September 19, 2017). [https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-massive-source-of-embarrassment-for-un-to-give-voice-to-human-rights-abusers/article/2634873 Trump: 'Massive source of embarrassment' for UN to give voice to human rights abusers]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved September 24, 2017.</ref> Trump stated that he would "stop [[radical Islamic terrorism]]," not backing down from using the politically incorrect term.<ref>Multiple references:
 *Pollak, Joel B. (September 19, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/09/19/trump-united-nations-will-stop-radical-islamic-terrorism/ Trump to United Nations: ‘We Will Stop Radical Islamic Terrorism’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
 *Enjeti, Saagar (September 19, 2017). [https://dailycaller.com/2017/09/19/trump-calls-out-radical-islamic-terrorism-by-name-at-un/ Trump Calls Out ‘Radical Islamic Terrorism’ By Name At UN]. ''The Daily Caller''. Retrieved September 24, 2017.
-*Tani, Maxwell (September 19, 2017). [http://www.businessinsider.com/trump-mcmaster-radical-islamic-terrorism-2017-9 Trump used the most controversial phrase inside his administration during his major address to the UN]. ''Business Insider''. Retrieved September 24, 2017.</ref> The speech marked a shift toward a realist and pro-national sovereignty foreign policy.<ref name="UNspeechShift"/> The next day, Vice President [[Mike Pence]] also spoke at the UN, criticizing the institution for its numerous problems<ref>Multiple references:
+*Tani, Maxwell (September 19, 2017). [https://www.businessinsider.com/trump-mcmaster-radical-islamic-terrorism-2017-9 Trump used the most controversial phrase inside his administration during his major address to the UN]. ''Business Insider''. Retrieved September 24, 2017.</ref> The speech marked a shift toward a realist and pro-national sovereignty foreign policy.<ref name="UNspeechShift"/> The next day, Vice President [[Mike Pence]] also spoke at the UN, criticizing the institution for its numerous problems<ref>Multiple references:
 *Shaw, Adam (September 20, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/09/20/pence-u-n-human-rights-council-doesnt-deserve-its-name/ Pence: U.N. Human Rights Council ‘Doesn’t Deserve Its Name’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved September 27, 2017.
 *Boyer, Dave (September 20, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/sep/20/pence-calls-un-security-council-end-bias-israel/ Pence calls on U.N. Security Council to end bias against Israel]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved September 27, 2017.
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 *Davis, Jack (September 20, 2017). [https://www.westernjournalism.com/pence-blasts-human-rights-council-forum-anti-semitism/ Pence Blasts Human Rights Council As ‘Forum For Anti-Semitism’]. ''Western Journalism''. Retrieved September 27, 2017.
 *Clancy, Liam (September 20, 2017). [https://dailycaller.com/2017/09/20/pence-blasts-un-human-rights-council-in-speech-to-general-assembly/ Pence Blasts UN Human Rights Council In Speech To General Assembly]. ''The Daily Caller''. Retrieved September 27, 2017.</ref> The same day that Pence spoke, First Lady [[Melania Trump]] spoke out for protecting children,<ref>[https://www.cbsnews.com/news/melania-trump-is-telling-un-to-step-up-to-protect-children/ Melania Trump tells UN to "step up" to protect children]. ''CBS News''. September 20, 2017. Retrieved September 27, 2017.</ref> stating that it is ultimately the parents' responsibility to do so and to raise their children to be moral and love their country,<ref>Starr, Penny (September 20, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/09/20/melania-trump-it-is-parents-responsibility-to-raise-children-who-have-moral-clarity-love-of-country/ Melania Trump: It Is Parents’ Responsibility to Raise Children Who Have Moral Clarity, Love of Country]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved September 27, 2017.</ref> and she quoted from the Bible.<ref>[https://www.christiantoday.com/article/melania.trump.quotes.from.the.bible.in.speech.at.the.un.against.cyber.bullying/114260.htm Melania Trump quotes from the Bible in speech at the UN against cyber-bullying]. ''ChristianToday''. September 21, 2017. Retrieved September 27, 2017.</ref>
-**October 12, 2017—The Trump Administration announced the U.S. would withdraw from [[United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization|UNESCO]] because of its anti-Israel bias.<ref>Multiple references:
+*October 12, 2017—The Trump Administration announced the U.S. would withdraw from [[United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization|UNESCO]] because of its anti-Israel bias.<ref>Multiple references:
 *[https://www.voanews.com/a/us-to-pull-out-of-unesco-amid-palestinian-tensions/4067285.html US Announces UNESCO Pullout Amid Palestinian Tensions]. ''Voice of America'' (from the ''Associated Press''). October 12, 2017. Retrieved October 12, 2017.
 *Shaw, Adam (October 12, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/jerusalem/2017/10/12/u-s-withdraws-unesco-citing-anti-israel-bias/ Trump Administration Withdraws from UNESCO, Citing Anti-Israel Bias]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved October 12, 2017.
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/10/12/us-to-pull-out-unesco-amid-palestinian-tensions.html Trump administration pulling US out of UN agency over 'anti-Israel bias']. ''Fox News''. October 12, 2017. Retrieved October 12, 2017.
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/10/12/us-to-pull-out-unesco-amid-palestinian-tensions.html Trump administration pulling US out of UN agency over 'anti-Israel bias']. ''Fox News''. October 12, 2017. Retrieved October 12, 2017.
 *[https://www.rferl.org/a/un-us-leaves-unesco-anti-israel-bias/28789963.html U.S. Quits UNESCO Over 'Anti-Israel Bias']. ''Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty''. October 12, 2017. Retrieved October 12, 2017.
 *Newman, Alex (October 12, 2017). [https://www.thenewamerican.com/usnews/foreign-policy/item/27130-u-s-exits-corrupt-communist-led-unesco U.S. Exits Corrupt, Communist-led UNESCO]. ''The New American''. Retrieved October 12, 2017.
 Israel announced on the same day that it would also leave UNESCO:
 *Irish, John (October 12, 2017). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-unesco-election-usa/u-s-israel-quit-u-n-heritage-agency-citing-bias-idUSKBN1CH1YO U.S., Israel quit U.N. heritage agency citing bias]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved October 12, 2017.
-*[http://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-41598991 Israel to join US in quitting Unesco]. ''BBC News''. Retrieved October 12, 2017.
+*[https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-41598991 Israel to join US in quitting Unesco]. ''BBC News''. Retrieved October 12, 2017.
-*Wilner, Michael; Keinon, Herb; Lazaroff, Tovah (October 12, 2017). [http://www.jpost.com/Arab-Israeli-Conflict/Protesting-anti-Israel-bias-US-plans-withdrawal-from-UNESCO-507271 Israel, US to Quit UNESCO Citing 'Anti-Israel Bias']. ''The Jerusalem Post''. Retrieved October 12, 2017.
+*Wilner, Michael; Keinon, Herb; Lazaroff, Tovah (October 12, 2017). [https://www.jpost.com/Arab-Israeli-Conflict/Protesting-anti-Israel-bias-US-plans-withdrawal-from-UNESCO-507271 Israel, US to Quit UNESCO Citing 'Anti-Israel Bias']. ''The Jerusalem Post''. Retrieved October 12, 2017.
-*Manchester, Julia (October 12, 2017). [https://thehill.com/policy/international/355240-israel-to-join-us-in-withdrawing-from-un-body Israel to join US in withdrawing from UN body]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved October 12, 2017.</ref>
+*Manchester, Julia (October 12, 2017). [https://thehill.com/policy/international/355240-israel-to-join-us-in-withdrawing-from-un-body Israel to join US in withdrawing from UN body]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved October 12, 2017.</ref> The withdrawal went into effect on December 31, 2018, U.S. time.<ref>Multiple references:
-**December 2, 2017—The Trump Administration pulled out of the [[Global Compact on Migration]], a [[United Nations]] agreement on migration, due to it infringing on U.S. sovereignty and its immigration policies.<ref name="USmigrationPact">Multiple references:
+*Murphy, James (January 2, 2019). [https://www.thenewamerican.com/world-news/item/31079-u-s-and-israel-formally-leave-unesco U.S. and Israel Formally Leave UNESCO]. ''The New American''. Retrieved January 2, 2019.
+*Kent, Simon (January 1, 2019). [https://www.breitbart.com/middle-east/2019/01/01/israel-and-u-s-formally-exit-corrupted-unesco/ Israel and U.S. Formally Exit ‘Corrupted’ UNESCO]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved January 1, 2019.
+*Adamson, Thomas (January 1, 2019). [https://apnews.com/abfcb84a48f14f41ab1ce6b7045e6794 US and Israel exit UN cultural agency, claiming bias]. ''Associated Press''. Retrieved January 1, 2019.
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/world/us-israel-quit-un-agency-unesco-claiming-anti-israeli-bias US, Israel quit UN agency UNESCO, claiming anti-Israeli bias]. ''Fox News'' (from the ''Associated Press''). January 1, 2019. Retrieved January 1, 2019.
+*[https://www.voanews.com/a/us-israel-pull-out-of-unesco-claiming-bias/4723981.html US, Israel Pull Out of UNESCO, Claiming Bias]. ''Voice of America'' (from the ''Associated Press''). January 1, 2019. Retrieved January 1, 2019.
+*Kraemer, Tania (January 1, 2019). [https://p.dw.com/p/3ApX7 Goodbye, UNESCO: Israel and US quit UN heritage agency]. ''Deutsche Welle''. Retrieved January 1, 2019.
+*Waage, John (January 1, 2019). [https://www1.cbn.com/cbnnews/israel/2019/january/us-israel-officially-cut-ties-with-un-agency-that-tries-to-erase-the-jewish-connection-to-jerusalem US, Israel Officially Cut Ties with UN Agency That Tries to 'Erase the Jewish Connection to Jerusalem']. ''CBN News''. Retrieved January 1, 2019.
+*Ahren, Raphael (January 1, 2019). [https://www.timesofisrael.com/69-years-after-joining-israel-formally-leaves-un-cultural-body/ 69 years after joining, Israel formally leaves UNESCO; so, too, does the US]. ''The Times of Israel''. Retrieved January 1, 2019.
+See also:
+*Lieu, Amy (January 1, 2019). [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/us-israel-official-quit-un-agency-unesco-claiming-anti-israeli-bias Nikki Haley slams UNESCO as 'corrupt and politically biased' as US, Israel officially quit UN agency]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved January 2, 2019.
+*Fite, James (December 31, 2018). [https://www.libertynation.com/us-and-israel-ditch-unesco-its-about-time/ US And Israel Ditch UNESCO – It’s About Time]. ''LibertyNation''. Retrieved January 1, 2019.</ref>
+*December 2, 2017—The Trump Administration pulled out of the [[Global Compact on Migration]], a [[United Nations]] agreement on migration, due to it infringing on U.S. sovereignty and its immigration policies.<ref name="USmigrationPact">Multiple references:
 *[https://www.voanews.com/a/us-backs-out-of-migration-pact/4147078.html US Pulls Out of UN Migrant and Refugee Pact]. ''Voice of America''. December 3, 2017. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
 *[https://www.rferl.org/a/united-states-trump-haley-united-nations-migration-immigration-pact/28892846.html U.S. Pulling Out Of UN Migration Compact, Seeks To Set Own Policy]. ''Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty''. December 3, 2017. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
 *Nichols, Michelle (December 3, 2017). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-migrants-un/u-s-quits-talks-on-global-migration-pact-over-sovereignty-clash-idUSKBN1DX0Q4 U.S. quits talks on global migration pact over sovereignty clash]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
-*[http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2017/12/03/us-pulls-un-migrant-refugee-pact/ US pulls out of UN migrant and refugee pact]. ''The Telegraph'' (from ''AFP''). December 3, 2017. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
+*[https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2017/12/03/us-pulls-un-migrant-refugee-pact/ US pulls out of UN migrant and refugee pact]. ''The Telegraph'' (from ''AFP''). December 3, 2017. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
 *Gladstone, Rick (December 3, 2017). [https://www.nytimes.com/2017/12/03/world/americas/united-nations-migration-pact.html U.S. Quits Migration Pact, Saying It Infringes on Sovereignty]. ''The New York Times''. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
 For more information on the agreement and its potential impact on U.S. policy, see here:
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 See also:
 *Mason, Ian (December 8, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/12/08/trump-touts-rejection-of-u-n-plan-to-force-mass-third-world-immigration/ Trump Touts Rejection of U.N. Plan to Force Mass Third World Immigration]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved December 9, 2017.
+*Shaw, Adam (November 12, 2019). [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/haley-un-migration-pact Haley book blasts UN migration pact for focus on climate change: ‘Give me a break’]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved November 12, 2019.
 However, the U.S. remained in a similar plan, the "Global Compact on Refugees":
 *Rush, Nayla (December 14, 2017). [https://cis.org/Rush/US-Still-Part-Global-Compact-Refugees US Is Still Part of the 'Global Compact on Refugees']. ''Center for Immigration Studies''. Retrieved January 1, 2018.
 The Trump Administration's action inspired other countries to leave the agreement:
 *Shaw, Adam (November 23, 2018). [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/us-leading-the-charge-against-uns-migration-agenda US leading the charge in pushing back against UN’s migration agenda]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved November 23, 2018.
-*Lane, Oliver JJ (November 22, 2018). [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2018/11/22/world-follows-trumps-lead-nations-abandon-legal-framework-building-un-migration-pact/ World Follows Trump’s Lead: Nations Abandon Legal ‘Framework’ Building UN Migration Pact]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved November 23, 2018.</ref> U.S. Ambassador [[Nikki Haley]] stated that "our decisions on immigration policies must always be made by Americans and Americans alone," and that "the global approach in the New York Declaration is simply not compatible with U.S. sovereignty."<ref name="USmigrationPact"/>
+*Lane, Oliver JJ (November 22, 2018). [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2018/11/22/world-follows-trumps-lead-nations-abandon-legal-framework-building-un-migration-pact/ World Follows Trump’s Lead: Nations Abandon Legal ‘Framework’ Building UN Migration Pact]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved November 23, 2018.
-**December 24, 2017—UN Ambassador Nikki Haley announced that the United States would cut its contribution to the UN's 2018–19 budget by $285 million.<ref>Multiple references:
+*Friedman, Victoria (December 25, 2018). [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2018/12/25/patriotic-countries-rejected-un-global-governance-of-migration-2018/ Patriotic Countries That Rejected the UN’s Global Governance of Migration in 2018]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved February 23, 2019.
-*Gearty, Robert (December 25, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/12/25/haley-announces-285m-cut-in-2018-19-un-operating-budget.html Haley announces $285M cut in 2018-19 UN operating budget]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved December 25, 2017.
+*Shaw, Adam (July 19, 2018). [https://www.foxnews.com/world/hungary-joins-us-in-withdrawing-from-un-global-migration-agreement Hungary joins US in withdrawing from UN global migration agreement]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 16, 2019.</ref> U.S. Ambassador [[Nikki Haley]] stated that "our decisions on immigration policies must always be made by Americans and Americans alone," and that "the global approach in the New York Declaration is simply not compatible with U.S. sovereignty."<ref name="USmigrationPact"/>
+*December 24, 2017—UN Ambassador Nikki Haley announced that the United States would cut its contribution to the UN's 2018–19 budget by $285 million.<ref>Multiple references:
+*Gearty, Robert (December 25, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/12/25/haley-announces-285m-cut-in-2018-19-un-operating-budget.html Haley announces $285M cut in 2018-19 UN operating budget]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved December 25, 2017.
 *[https://www.breitbart.com/jerusalem/2017/12/25/nikki-haley-announces-285-million-reduction-u-n-budget/ Nikki Haley Announces $285 Million Reduction to U.N. Funding]. ''Breitbart News''. December 25, 2017. Retrieved December 25, 2017.
 *[https://www.rferl.org/a/u-s-hails-un-budget-cut-285-million/28937570.html U.S. Hails $285 Million Cut To UN’s Two-Year Budget For 2018-19]. ''Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty''. December 25, 2017. Retrieved December 25, 2017.
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 ===Iran===
-*The Trump Administration took a tougher stance against [[Iran]].<ref>Herman, Steve (September 14, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/trump-administration-seen-taking-harder-line-on-iran/4029466.html Trump Administration Seen Taking Harder Line on Iran]. 'Voice of America''. Retrieved September 16, 2017.</ref> Here are some of the actions taken against the country:
+The Trump Administration took a tougher stance against [[Iran]].<ref>Herman, Steve (September 14, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/trump-administration-seen-taking-harder-line-on-iran/4029466.html Trump Administration Seen Taking Harder Line on Iran]. 'Voice of America''. Retrieved September 16, 2017.</ref> Here are some of the actions taken against the country:
-**February 3, 2017—After Iran tested a ballistic missile in apparent violation of a UN Security Council resolution, the Trump Administration instituted unilateral economic sanctions against 13 Iranian individuals and 12 companies.<ref>Torbati, Yeganeh (February 3, 2017). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-iran-usa-idUSKBN15H253 Trump administration tightens Iran sanctions, Tehran hits back]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved January 3, 2017.</ref><ref>Boyer, Dave; Taylor, Guy (February 3, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/feb/3/donald-trump-slaps-sanctions-iran-missile-test/ Trump slaps sanctions on Iran over missile test]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved February 3, 2017.</ref>
-**May 17, 2017—The Trump Administration imposed additional sanctions on an Iranian national, an Iranian company, a Chinese national, and three Chinese companies (because of Chinese dealings related to Iran's nuclear program).<ref>Muñoz, Carlo (May 17, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/17/trump-admin-rolls-out-new-sanctions-against-iran/ Trump admin. rolls out new sanctions against Iran]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 17, 2017.</ref>
+*February 3, 2017—After Iran tested a ballistic missile in apparent violation of a UN Security Council resolution, the Trump Administration instituted unilateral economic sanctions against 13 Iranian individuals and 12 companies.<ref>Torbati, Yeganeh (February 3, 2017). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-iran-usa-idUSKBN15H253 Trump administration tightens Iran sanctions, Tehran hits back]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved January 3, 2017.</ref><ref>Boyer, Dave; Taylor, Guy (February 3, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/feb/3/donald-trump-slaps-sanctions-iran-missile-test/ Trump slaps sanctions on Iran over missile test]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved February 3, 2017.</ref>
-**July 18, 2017—Despite recertifying the Iran nuclear deal the day earlier,<ref>Multiple references:
+*May 17, 2017—The Trump Administration imposed additional sanctions on an Iranian national, an Iranian company, a Chinese national, and three Chinese companies (because of Chinese dealings related to Iran's nuclear program).<ref>Muñoz, Carlo (May 17, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/17/trump-admin-rolls-out-new-sanctions-against-iran/ Trump admin. rolls out new sanctions against Iran]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 17, 2017.</ref>
+*July 18, 2017—Despite recertifying the Iran nuclear deal the day earlier,<ref>Multiple references:
 *Duzor, Megan (July 18, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/trump-administration-iran-is-complying-with-nuclear-deal/3948472.html Trump Administration: Iran Is Complying With Nuclear Deal]. ''Voice of America''. Retrieved July 18, 2017.
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/07/17/trump-administration-says-iran-complying-with-nuclear-deal-but-defying-its-spirit.html Trump administration says Iran complying with nuclear deal but defying its spirit]. ''Fox News''. July 17, 2017. Retrieved July 18, 2017.
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/07/17/trump-administration-says-iran-complying-with-nuclear-deal-but-defying-its-spirit.html Trump administration says Iran complying with nuclear deal but defying its spirit]. ''Fox News''. July 17, 2017. Retrieved July 18, 2017.
 *Boyer, Dave (July 17, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jul/17/trump-administration-says-iran-is-in-compliance-wi/ Trump administration says Iran is in compliance with 2015 nuclear deal]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved July 18, 2017.</ref> the Trump Administration imposed sanctions on 18 Iranian individuals and entities for supporting the nation's non-nuclear weapon programs and support for terrorists.<ref>Multiple references:
 *Bredemeier, Ken (July 18, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/us-sanctions-iranians-while-recertifying-nuclear-/3948962.html US Sanctions Iranians Even After Recertifying Nuclear Deal]. ''Voice of America''. Retrieved July 18, 2017.
-*Lederman, Josh (July 18, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/us/2017/07/18/us-iran-complying-with-nuclear-deal-but-defying-its-spirit.html US sanctions more Iranians, but nuclear deal stands for now]. ''Fox News'' (from the ''Associated Press''). Retrieved July 18, 2017.
+*Lederman, Josh (July 18, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/us/2017/07/18/us-iran-complying-with-nuclear-deal-but-defying-its-spirit.html US sanctions more Iranians, but nuclear deal stands for now]. ''Fox News'' (from the ''Associated Press''). Retrieved July 18, 2017.
 *Dorell, Oren (July 18, 2017). [https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/2017/07/18/trump-adds-new-sanctions-iran-targeting-ballistic-missiles-and-support-terrorism/487583001/ Trump sanctions Iran over missiles, terrorism after saying it complies with nuclear deal]. ''USA Today''. Retrieved July 18, 2017.</ref>
-**September 14, 2017—While extending Iran sanctions relief in accordance with the Iran Deal, the Trump Administration imposed new sanctions on eleven Iranian people and companies suspected of supporting the country's ballistic missile program or being involved in cyber-attacks.<ref>Multiple references:
+*September 14, 2017—While extending Iran sanctions relief in accordance with the Iran Deal, the Trump Administration imposed new sanctions on eleven Iranian people and companies suspected of supporting the country's ballistic missile program or being involved in cyber-attacks.<ref>Multiple references:
 *[https://www.rferl.org/a/united-states-iran-sanctions-individuals-entities/28736041.html U.S. Extends Iran Nuclear Sanctions Relief, Adds Other Sanctions Over Missile Activity]. ''Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty''. September 14, 2017. Retrieved September 21, 2017.
 *Chalfant, Morgan (September 14, 2017). [https://thehill.com/policy/cybersecurity/350704-treasury-sanctions-iranian-nationals-for-cyberattacks-against-us US sanctions Iranian nationals for cyberattacks against banks]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved September 21, 2017.
 *Downs, Ray (September 14, 2017). [https://www.upi.com/Top_News/US/2017/09/14/Trump-extends-sanction-waivers-for-Iran-while-imposing-new-ones/4871505433175/ Trump extends sanction waivers for Iran while imposing new ones]. ''UPI''. Retrieved September 14, 2017.
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/09/14/us-weighs-sanctions-relief-while-bemoaning-irans-behavior.html US extends Iran sanctions relief while bemoaning behavior]. ''Fox News'' (from the ''Associated Press''). September 14, 2017. Retrieved September 21, 2017.
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/09/14/us-weighs-sanctions-relief-while-bemoaning-irans-behavior.html US extends Iran sanctions relief while bemoaning behavior]. ''Fox News'' (from the ''Associated Press''). September 14, 2017. Retrieved September 21, 2017.
 *Schwartz, Felicia; Norman, Laurence; Talley, Ian (September 14, 2017). [https://www.wsj.com/articles/u-s-expected-keep-iran-nuclear-deal-in-place-for-now-1505399491 U.S. Keeps Iran Nuclear Deal in Place but Imposes Other Sanctions]. ''The Wall Street Journal''. Retrieved September 21, 2017.</ref>
-**October 13, 2017—President Trump, in a strongly-worded speech,<ref>Multiple references:
+*October 13, 2017—President Trump, in a strongly-worded speech,<ref>Multiple references:
 *[https://www.voanews.com/a/trump-transcript-iran-nuclear-deal-speech/4069466.html Transcript of Trump Speech on Iran Nuclear Deal]. ''Voice of America''. October 13, 2017. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/10/13/transcript-trumps-iran-speech.html Transcript of Trump's Iran speech]. ''Fox News''. October 13, 2017. Retrieved October 19, 2017.</ref> announced that he would decertify Iran's compliance with the [[Iran nuclear deal]] (known formally as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, or JCPOA) and would give Congress time, under the threat of leaving the agreement entirely,<ref>Wong, Kristina (October 13, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/10/13/trump-decertifies-iran-nuclear-deal-threatens-terminate/ Trump Vows to ‘Terminate’ Iran Nuclear Deal If Congress Cannot ‘Reach a Solution’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved October 19, 2017.</ref> to revise the agreement to make it tougher against Iran.<ref name="NewIranPolicy">Multiple references:
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/10/13/transcript-trumps-iran-speech.html Transcript of Trump's Iran speech]. ''Fox News''. October 13, 2017. Retrieved October 19, 2017.</ref> announced that he would decertify Iran's compliance with the [[Iran nuclear deal]] (known formally as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, or JCPOA) and would give Congress time, under the threat of leaving the agreement entirely,<ref>Wong, Kristina (October 13, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/10/13/trump-decertifies-iran-nuclear-deal-threatens-terminate/ Trump Vows to ‘Terminate’ Iran Nuclear Deal If Congress Cannot ‘Reach a Solution’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved October 19, 2017.</ref> to revise the agreement to make it tougher against Iran.<ref name="NewIranPolicy">Multiple references:
 *Mason, Ian (October 13, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/10/13/trump-keeps-iran-deal-refuses-certify-compliance-congress/ Trump Keeps Iran Deal, Refuses to Certify Compliance to Congress]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
 *Boyer, Dave (October 13, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/oct/13/trump-decertifies-iran-nuclear-deal-announces-new-/ Trump decertifies Iran nuclear deal, announces new crackdown]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/10/13/trump-to-decertify-iran-nuclear-deal.html Trump decertifies Iran nuclear deal, slaps sanctions on IRGC in broadside at ‘radical regime’]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/10/13/trump-to-decertify-iran-nuclear-deal.html Trump decertifies Iran nuclear deal, slaps sanctions on IRGC in broadside at ‘radical regime’]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
 *Heinlein, Peter (October 14, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/trump-decertify-iran-deal/4069190.html Trump Toughens Iran Strategy, Decertifies Tehran's Compliance With Accord]. ''Voice of America''. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
 *Herman, Steve (October 13, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/trump-unveils-new-tougher-iran-strategy/4068731.html Trump Unveils New, Tougher Iran Strategy]. ''Voice of America''. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
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 Some conservatives, however, criticized President Trump for not choosing to fully pull out of the agreement:
 *Mora, Edwin (October 14, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/10/14/experts-on-decertifying-iran-deal-trump-shouldve-killed-terror-fueling-agreement/ Experts on Decertifying Iran Deal: Trump Should Have Killed Terror-Fueling Agreement]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
-*Spiering, Charlie (October 14, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/10/14/trump-2016-number-one-priority-dismantle-deal-iran/ Donald Trump 2016: ‘My Number One Priority’ Is to ‘Dismantle’ Deal with Iran’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved October 19, 2017.</ref> The Trump Administration announced a new and tougher comprehensive strategy against Iran,<ref name="NewIranPolicy"/> and the Treasury Department enacted terrorism-related sanctions on Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.<ref name="NewIranPolicy"/><ref>Multiple references:
+*Spiering, Charlie (October 14, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/10/14/trump-2016-number-one-priority-dismantle-deal-iran/ Donald Trump 2016: ‘My Number One Priority’ Is to ‘Dismantle’ Deal with Iran’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved October 19, 2017.</ref> The Trump Administration announced a new and tougher comprehensive strategy against Iran,<ref name="NewIranPolicy"/> and the Treasury Department enacted terrorism-related sanctions on Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.<ref name="NewIranPolicy"/><ref>Multiple references:
 *[https://www.treasury.gov/press-center/press-releases/Pages/sm0177.aspx Treasury Designates the IRGC under Terrorism Authority and Targets IRGC and Military Supporters under Counter-Proliferation Authority]. ''U.S. Department of the Treasury''. October 13, 2017. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
 *Nazarian, Adelle (October 13, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/10/13/trump-authorizes-treasury-to-sanction-irans-islamic-revolutionary-guard-corps/ Trump Authorizes Treasury to Sanction Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
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 *Cunningham, Erin (October 13, 2017). [https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/worldviews/wp/2017/10/13/irans-revolutionary-guard-is-about-to-come-under-fire-from-the-trump-administration/ Iran’s Revolutionary Guard is facing more pressure from the Trump administration]. ''The Washington Post''. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
 *Toosi, Nahal (October 13, 2017). [https://www.politico.com/story/2017/10/13/trump-iran-revolutionary-guards-243760 Trump pulls his punch against elite Iranian military group]. ''Politico''. Retrieved October 19, 2017.</ref>
-**December 29–31, 2017—In stark contrast to Obama before him,<ref>Multiple references:
+*December 29–31, 2017—In stark contrast to Obama before him,<ref>Multiple references:
 *Klein, Aaron (December 30, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/jerusalem/2017/12/30/american-leadership-world-stage-unlike-obama-trump-supports-pro-democracy-protests-extremist-iranian-regime/ American Leadership on World Stage: Unlike Obama, Donald Trump Supports Pro-Democracy Protests Against Extremist Iranian Regime]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved December 30, 2017.
-*Evansky, Ben (December 30, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/12/30/some-see-trumps-iran-protest-tweets-as-striking-turnabout-from-obama-era.html Some call Trump's Iran protest tweets striking turnabout from Obama era]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved January 5, 2018.
+*Evansky, Ben (December 30, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/12/30/some-see-trumps-iran-protest-tweets-as-striking-turnabout-from-obama-era.html Some call Trump's Iran protest tweets striking turnabout from Obama era]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved January 5, 2018.
 See also:
 *Pollak, Joel B. (January 1, 2018). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2018/01/01/former-obama-advisers-tell-trump-quiet-iran-protests/ Former Obama Advisers Tell Trump to ‘Be Quiet’ on Iran Protests]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved January 1, 2018.</ref> as well as the UN and European leaders concurrently,<ref>Hayward, John (January 1, 2018). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2018/01/01/trump-netanyahu-speak-u-n-europe-remain-silent-iranian-uprising/ U.N., Europe Silent on Iran Uprising; Trump, Netanyahu Voice Support for Protests]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved January 1, 2017.</ref> President Trump and his administration did not hesitate to show his full support for Iranian citizens protesting the Iranian governmental regime.<ref>Multiple references:
 *Boyer, Dave (December 30, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/dec/30/iran-hard-liners-rally-new-protests-challenge-gove/ Trump expresses support for Iranian protests as regime’s hard-liners counter opposition]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved December 30, 2017.
-*Weber, Joseph (December 30, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/12/30/trump-redoubles-support-iran-protests-saying-world-is-watching.html Trump redoubles support of Iran protests, saying the 'world is watching']. ''Fox News''. Retrieved December 30, 2017.
+*Weber, Joseph (December 30, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/12/30/trump-redoubles-support-iran-protests-saying-world-is-watching.html Trump redoubles support of Iran protests, saying the 'world is watching']. ''Fox News''. Retrieved December 30, 2017.
 *Martel, Frances (December 30, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/12/30/world-watching-trump-state-department-respond-iran-protests/ ‘The World Is Watching’: Trump, State Department Respond to Iran Protests]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved December 30, 2017.
 Other GOP members of Congress joined President Trump and his administration:
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 ===North Korea===
-*The Trump Administration took several actions against [[North Korea]]. The administration took a tougher stance on North Korea than its predecessors, which was bringing positive results by October 2017.<ref>Shaw, Adam (October 9, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/10/09/report-u-s-tough-stance-north-koreas-ties-getting-results/ Report: U.S. Tough Stance on North Korea’s Ties Getting Results]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved October 10, 2017.</ref> Here are some of the Trump Administration's actions against North Korea:
+The Trump Administration took several actions against [[North Korea]]. The administration took a tougher stance on North Korea than its predecessors, which was bringing positive results by October 2017.<ref>Shaw, Adam (October 9, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/10/09/report-u-s-tough-stance-north-koreas-ties-getting-results/ Report: U.S. Tough Stance on North Korea’s Ties Getting Results]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved October 10, 2017.</ref> Here are some of the Trump Administration's actions against North Korea:
-**Early in Trump's presidency, he and his administration took a much tougher tone against North Korea than his predecessors.<ref>Multiple references:
-* [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/08/16/trumps-comments-on-north-korea-from-fire-and-fury-to-blaming-china.html Trump's comments on North Korea, from 'fire and fury' to blaming China]. ''Fox News''. August 16, 2017. Retrieved August 16, 2017.
+*Early in Trump's presidency, he and his administration took a much tougher tone against North Korea than his predecessors.<ref>Multiple references:
+* [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/08/16/trumps-comments-on-north-korea-from-fire-and-fury-to-blaming-china.html Trump's comments on North Korea, from 'fire and fury' to blaming China]. ''Fox News''. August 16, 2017. Retrieved August 16, 2017.
 * Moons, Michelle (April 17, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/04/17/vp-mike-pence-from-korean-demilitarized-zone-era-of-strategic-patience-is-over/ VP Mike Pence from Korean Demilitarized Zone: ‘Era of Strategic Patience Is Over’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 18, 2017.
 * Key, Pam (April 17, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/video/2017/04/17/trump-presidents-obama-clinton-outplayed-north-korea/ Trump: Presidents Obama, Clinton Were ‘Outplayed’ by North Korea]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 18, 2017.
-* [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/19/sword-stands-ready-pence-warns-north-korea.html 'The sword stands ready': Pence warns North Korea]. ''Fox News''. April 19, 2017. Retrieved April 19, 2017.
+* [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/19/sword-stands-ready-pence-warns-north-korea.html 'The sword stands ready': Pence warns North Korea]. ''Fox News''. April 19, 2017. Retrieved April 19, 2017.
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/30/trump-era-strategic-patience-with-north-korea-is-over.html Trump: Era of 'strategic patience' with North Korea 'is over']. ''Fox News''. June 30, 2017. Retrieved July 2, 2017.
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/30/trump-era-strategic-patience-with-north-korea-is-over.html Trump: Era of 'strategic patience' with North Korea 'is over']. ''Fox News''. June 30, 2017. Retrieved July 2, 2017.
 *Miller, S.A. (June 30, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/30/donald-trump-delivers-warning-north-korea-patience/ Trump delivers warning to North Korea: ‘Patience is over’]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved July 2, 2017.
 *Shaw, Adam (July 11, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/07/11/u-s-moves-toward-unilateral-action-amid-u-n-security-council-stalemate/ Report: U.S. Moves Toward Unilateral Action on North Korea, as U.N. Security Council Stalls]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved July 13, 2017.
-*Hayward, John (September 3, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/09/03/trump-says-appeasement-will-not-work-with-rogue-nation-north-korea-as-kim-jong-un-detonates-powerful-nuclear-bomb/ Trump Says ‘Appeasement Will Not Work’ with ‘Rogue Nation’ North Korea as Kim Jong-un Detonates Powerful Nuclear Bomb]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved September 3, 2017.</ref> In one instance,<ref>Pollak, Joel B. (August 11, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/08/11/donald-trump-wins-round-north-korea/ Donald Trump Wins Round One with North Korea]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved August 11, 2017.</ref> President Trump stated that North Korea "will be met with fire, fury and frankly power, the likes of which the world has never seen before" if they did not stop threatening the U.S,<ref>Multiple references:
+*Hayward, John (September 3, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/09/03/trump-says-appeasement-will-not-work-with-rogue-nation-north-korea-as-kim-jong-un-detonates-powerful-nuclear-bomb/ Trump Says ‘Appeasement Will Not Work’ with ‘Rogue Nation’ North Korea as Kim Jong-un Detonates Powerful Nuclear Bomb]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved September 3, 2017.
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/08/08/north-korean-nukes-are-miniaturized-can-fit-on-missiles-report-says.html Trump: North Korea 'will be met with fire and fury like the world has never seen' if more threats emerge]. ''Fox News''. August 8, 2017. Retrieved August 8, 2017.
+See also:
+*Pomfret, John (April 15, 2017). [https://nypost.com/2017/04/15/it-seems-trump-got-china-to-crack-down-on-north-korea/ It seems Trump got China to crack down on North Korea ]. ''New York Post''. Retrieved November 5, 2019.
+*Persons, Sally (April 24, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/apr/24/nikki-haley-china-involvement-has-put-pressure-nor/ Haley: China's involvement has put pressure on North Korea]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved November 5, 2019.</ref> In one instance,<ref>Pollak, Joel B. (August 11, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/08/11/donald-trump-wins-round-north-korea/ Donald Trump Wins Round One with North Korea]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved August 11, 2017.</ref> President Trump stated that North Korea "will be met with fire, fury and frankly power, the likes of which the world has never seen before" if they did not stop threatening the U.S,<ref>Multiple references:
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/08/08/north-korean-nukes-are-miniaturized-can-fit-on-missiles-report-says.html Trump: North Korea 'will be met with fire and fury like the world has never seen' if more threats emerge]. ''Fox News''. August 8, 2017. Retrieved August 8, 2017.
 *Taylor, Guy; Miller, S.A. (August 8, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/aug/8/donald-trump-threatens-to-rain-fire-and-fury-on-no/ Trump threatens to rain ‘fire and fury like the world has never seen’ on North Korea]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved August 8, 2017.
 *Herman, Steve (August 8, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/trump-warns-fire-fury-north-korea-threats-dont-stop/3977676.html Trump Warns of 'Fire and Fury' for North Korea if Threats Don't Stop]. ''Voice of America''. Retrieved August 8, 2017.
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 Secretary of Defense [[James Mattis]] and Secretary of State [[Rex Tillerson]] supported President Trump's remarks:
 *Taylor, Guy; Boyer, Dave (August 9, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/aug/9/rex-tillerson-james-mattis-back-up-donald-trumps-m/ Tillerson, Mattis back up Trump’s stark warning to North Korea]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved August 9, 2017.
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/08/09/secretary-mattis-warns-north-korea-not-to-invite-destruction-its-people.html Secretary Mattis warns North Korea not to invite 'destruction of its people']. ''Fox News''. Retrieved August 9, 2017.
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/08/09/secretary-mattis-warns-north-korea-not-to-invite-destruction-its-people.html Secretary Mattis warns North Korea not to invite 'destruction of its people']. ''Fox News''. Retrieved August 9, 2017.
 *Wong, Kristina (August 9, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/08/09/mattis-mattis-north-korea-cease-actions-lead-destruction/ James Mattis: North Korea ‘Would Lose Any Arms Race’ and ‘Should Cease’ Inviting ‘The End of Its Regime’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved August 9, 2017.
-*Chiaramonte, Perry (August 9, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/08/09/nagasaki-marks-anniversary-bombing-amid-us-north-korea-nuclear-tensions.html Tillerson: Trump sending North Korea a 'strong message']. ''Fox News''. Retrieved August 9, 2017.</ref> and Trump stated the next day that his comment may not have been tough enough.<ref>Multiple references:
+*Chiaramonte, Perry (August 9, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/08/09/nagasaki-marks-anniversary-bombing-amid-us-north-korea-nuclear-tensions.html Tillerson: Trump sending North Korea a 'strong message']. ''Fox News''. Retrieved August 9, 2017.</ref> and Trump stated the next day that his comment may not have been tough enough.<ref>Multiple references:
-*Pappas, Alex (August 10, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/08/10/trump-doubles-down-on-fire-and-fury-warning-to-north-korea-maybe-it-wasnt-tough-enough.html Trump doubles down on 'fire and fury' warning to North Korea: 'Maybe it wasn't tough enough']. ''Fox News''. Retrieved August 10, 2017.
+*Pappas, Alex (August 10, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/08/10/trump-doubles-down-on-fire-and-fury-warning-to-north-korea-maybe-it-wasnt-tough-enough.html Trump doubles down on 'fire and fury' warning to North Korea: 'Maybe it wasn't tough enough']. ''Fox News''. Retrieved August 10, 2017.
 *Miller, S.A.; Muñoz, Carlo (August 10, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/aug/10/trump-fire-and-fury-talk-nkorea-wasnt-tough-enough/ Trump: ‘Fire and fury’ talk on N. Korea ‘wasn’t tough enough’]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved August 10, 2017.
 *Bredemeier, Ken (August 10, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/trump-stiffens-resolve-against-north-korea/3980715.html Trump Stiffens Resolve Against North Korea]. ''Voice of America''. Retrieved August 10, 2017.</ref> The Trump Administration chose to include a military option among a list of potential strategies in United States policy towards North Korea.<ref>Multiple references:
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/06/29/military-option-for-north-korea-being-prepared-for-trump-mcmaster-says.html Military option for North Korea being prepared for Trump, McMaster says]. ''Fox News''. June 29, 2017. Retrieved July 2, 2017.
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/06/29/military-option-for-north-korea-being-prepared-for-trump-mcmaster-says.html Military option for North Korea being prepared for Trump, McMaster says]. ''Fox News''. June 29, 2017. Retrieved July 2, 2017.
 *Muñoz, Carlo (August 10, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/aug/10/james-mattis-military-solution-in-place-to-address/ Mattis: Military solution in place to address North Korea threat]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved August 10, 2017.
 *Persons, Sally (August 11, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/aug/11/donald-trump-military-locked-and-loaded-for-possib/ Trump: Military ‘locked and loaded’ for possible North Korea action]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved August 11, 2017.
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 However, the administration stated it would not give up finding diplomatic solutions with North Korea:
 *Wong, Kristina (July 6, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/07/06/trump-administration-not-giving-diplomacy-north-korea/ Trump Administration Not Yet Giving Up on Diplomacy with North Korea]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved July 7, 2017.
-*Papas, Alex (August 11, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/08/11/trump-kim-jong-un-will-regret-it-fast-if-attacks-guam-us-allies.html Trump: Kim Jong Un 'will regret it fast' if he attacks Guam, US allies]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved August 11, 2017.</ref> North Korea had threatened to attack the U.S. territory of [[Guam]], but after Trump's remarks it backed off from the threat.<ref>Multiple references:
+*Papas, Alex (August 11, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/08/11/trump-kim-jong-un-will-regret-it-fast-if-attacks-guam-us-allies.html Trump: Kim Jong Un 'will regret it fast' if he attacks Guam, US allies]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved August 11, 2017.</ref> North Korea had threatened to attack the U.S. territory of [[Guam]], but after Trump's remarks it backed off from the threat.<ref>Multiple references:
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/08/15/kim-jong-un-appears-to-back-down-after-mattis-trump-warnings.html Kim Jong Un appears to back down after Mattis, Trump warnings]. ''Fox News''. August 15, 2017. Retrieved August 16, 2017.
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/08/15/kim-jong-un-appears-to-back-down-after-mattis-trump-warnings.html Kim Jong Un appears to back down after Mattis, Trump warnings]. ''Fox News''. August 15, 2017. Retrieved August 16, 2017.
 *Padden, Brian (August 15, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/signs-of-diplomacy-as-north-korea-delays-guam-missile-test/3986048.html Signs of Diplomacy Appear as North Korea Delays Guam Missile Test]. ''Voice of America''. Retrieved August 16, 2017.
 *Pollak, Joel B. (August 14, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/08/14/winning-north-korea-backs-guam-threat/ Winning: North Korea Backs Down from Guam Threat]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved August 16, 2017.
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/08/16/trump-kim-jong-un-made-very-wise-decision-to-back-down.html Trump: Kim Jong Un made 'very wise' decision to back down]. ''Fox News''. August 16, 2017. Retrieved August 16, 2017.
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/08/16/trump-kim-jong-un-made-very-wise-decision-to-back-down.html Trump: Kim Jong Un made 'very wise' decision to back down]. ''Fox News''. August 16, 2017. Retrieved August 16, 2017.
-*Palkot, Greg (August 15, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/08/15/trumps-tough-talk-prompted-north-korea-to-stand-down-experts-say.html Trump's tough talk prompted North Korea to stand down, experts say]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved August 16, 2017.</ref>
+*Palkot, Greg (August 15, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/08/15/trumps-tough-talk-prompted-north-korea-to-stand-down-experts-say.html Trump's tough talk prompted North Korea to stand down, experts say]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved August 16, 2017.</ref>
-**While the deployment was first announced during the Obama Administration, the Trump Administration confirmed it would continue the plans to – and subsequently did – deploy the [[THAAD]] missile defense system to [[South Korea]] despite [[China]]'s strong objections.<ref>Multiple references:
+*While the deployment was first announced during the Obama Administration, the Trump Administration confirmed it would continue the plans to – and subsequently did – deploy the [[THAAD]] missile defense system to [[South Korea]] despite [[China]]'s strong objections.<ref>Multiple references:
-* Diaz, Alex (April 17, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/04/17/us-missile-system-en-route-to-korean-peninsula.html US missile system en route to Korean peninsula]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 18, 2017.
+* Diaz, Alex (April 17, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/04/17/us-missile-system-en-route-to-korean-peninsula.html US missile system en route to Korean peninsula]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 18, 2017.
 * Dickstein, Corey (May 1, 2017). [https://www.stripes.com/news/thaad-now-ready-to-defend-south-korea-against-missile-attacks-1.466295#.WQnPh4jytPY THAAD now ready to defend South Korea against missile attacks]. ''Stars and Stripes''. Retrieved May 3, 2017.
 * Hayward, John (May 2, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/05/02/u-s-military-thaad-missile-defense-system-now-operational-in-south-korea/ U.S. Military: THAAD Missile System Operational in South Korea]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 3, 2017.
-*Connor, Neil (May 2, 2017). [http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2017/05/02/us-thaad-missile-system-operational-south-korea-pyongyang-says/ US Thaad missile system operational in South Korea, as Pyongyang says region on brink of nuclear war]. ''The Telegraph''. Retrieved July 11, 2017.</ref> THAAD was first used on May 14, 2017,<ref>Kim, Christine; Miles, Tom (May 16, 2017). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-northkorea-missiles-usa-idUSKCN18B1V4 North Korea missile detected by THAAD, program progressing faster than expected: South Korea]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved May 16, 2017.</ref> and it was successfully tested on July 11, 2017,<ref>Multiple references:
+*Connor, Neil (May 2, 2017). [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2017/05/02/us-thaad-missile-system-operational-south-korea-pyongyang-says/ US Thaad missile system operational in South Korea, as Pyongyang says region on brink of nuclear war]. ''The Telegraph''. Retrieved July 11, 2017.</ref> THAAD was first used on May 14, 2017,<ref>Kim, Christine; Miles, Tom (May 16, 2017). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-northkorea-missiles-usa-idUSKCN18B1V4 North Korea missile detected by THAAD, program progressing faster than expected: South Korea]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved May 16, 2017.</ref> and it was successfully tested on July 11, 2017,<ref>Multiple references:
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/us/2017/07/11/us-successfully-tests-thaad-missile-system-amid-north-korean-tensions.html US successfully tests THAAD missile system amid North Korean tensions]. ''Fox News''. July 11, 2017. Retrieved July 11, 2017.
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/us/2017/07/11/us-successfully-tests-thaad-missile-system-amid-north-korean-tensions.html US successfully tests THAAD missile system amid North Korean tensions]. ''Fox News''. July 11, 2017. Retrieved July 11, 2017.
 *Stewart, Phil; Ali, Idrees (July 11, 2017). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-northkorea-missiles-usa-defenses-idUSKBN19W15R U.S. THAAD missile defenses hit test target as North Korea tension rises]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved July 11, 2017.</ref> and July 30, 2017.<ref>Multiple references:
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/07/30/us-conducts-successful-thaad-missile-test-after-latest-north-korea-missile-launch.html US conducts 'successful' THAAD missile test after latest North Korea missile launch]. ''Fox News''. July 30, 2017. Retrieved July 30, 2017.
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/07/30/us-conducts-successful-thaad-missile-test-after-latest-north-korea-missile-launch.html US conducts 'successful' THAAD missile test after latest North Korea missile launch]. ''Fox News''. July 30, 2017. Retrieved July 30, 2017.
 *Shelbourne, Mallory (July 30, 2017). [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/344536-us-successfully-conducts-missile-test-over-the-pacific US successfully conducts missile test over Pacific]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved July 30, 2017.
 *Rodriguez, Katherine (July 31, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/07/31/video-u-s-carries-out-successful-test-of-thaad-anti-missile-system-in-alaska/ VIDEO: U.S. Carries Out ‘Successful’ Test of THAAD Anti-Missile System in Alaska]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved August 1, 2017.</ref> THAAD was fully deployed on September 7, 2017.<ref>Multiple references:
-*Tomlinson, Lucas (September 6, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/09/06/us-to-install-more-missile-defense-launchers-in-south-korea.html US to install more THAAD missile launchers in South Korea]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved September 9, 2017.
+*Tomlinson, Lucas (September 6, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/09/06/us-to-install-more-missile-defense-launchers-in-south-korea.html US to install more THAAD missile launchers in South Korea]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved September 9, 2017.
 *[https://www.cbsnews.com/news/s-korea-deploys-thaad-launchers-as-china-gives-nod-to-u-n-sanctions-against-north/ S. Korea deploys THAAD launchers as China gives nod to U.N. sanctions against north]. ''CBS News''. September 7, 2017. Retrieved September 9, 2017.
 *Ji-hye, Jun (September 7, 2017). [http://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/nation/2017/09/205_236131.html THAAD deployment complete]. ''The Korea Times''. Retrieved September 9, 2017.
 *[https://www.reuters.com/article/us-northkorea-missiles-southkorea-thaad/south-korea-deploys-u-s-anti-missile-launchers-amid-clashes-with-protesters-idUSKCN1BI03H South Korea deploys U.S. anti-missile launchers amid clashes with protesters]. ''Reuters''. September 6, 2017. Retrieved September 9, 2017.</ref>
-**August 5, 2017—The United States successfully and unanimously passed a resolution in the UN Security Council that established tough sanctions against North Korea that would cut the country's export revenue by a third.<ref>Multiple references:
+*August 5, 2017—The United States successfully and unanimously passed a resolution in the UN Security Council that established tough sanctions against North Korea that would cut the country's export revenue by a third.<ref>Multiple references:
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/08/05/un-slaps-new-sanctions-on-north-korea-following-missile-tests.html Asia-Pacific regional disputes impede united stand on North Korea]. ''Fox News''. August 5, 2017. Retrieved August 7, 2017.
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/08/05/un-slaps-new-sanctions-on-north-korea-following-missile-tests.html Asia-Pacific regional disputes impede united stand on North Korea]. ''Fox News''. August 5, 2017. Retrieved August 7, 2017.
 *Shaw, Adam (August 5, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/08/05/in-major-win-for-trump-u-n-security-council-votes-to-slap-sanctions-on-north-korea/ In Major Win for Trump, U.N. Security Council Votes to Slap Sanctions on North Korea]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved August 7, 2017.
 *Besheer, Margaret (August 6, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/us-security-council-north-korea-sanctions/3973718.html UN Security Council Approves New North Korea Sanctions]. ''Voice of America''. Retrieved August 7, 2017.
 *Nichols, Michelle (August 5, 2017). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-northkorea-missiles-un-idUSKBN1AL0NU United Nations bans key North Korea exports over missile tests]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved August 7, 2017.
 China announced it had implemented the sanctions:
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/08/14/china-implements-un-sanctions-against-north-korea-as-trump-trade-probe-looms.html China implements UN sanctions against North Korea, as Trump trade probe looms]. ''Fox News''. August 14, 2017. Retrieved August 14, 2017.
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/08/14/china-implements-un-sanctions-against-north-korea-as-trump-trade-probe-looms.html China implements UN sanctions against North Korea, as Trump trade probe looms]. ''Fox News''. August 14, 2017. Retrieved August 14, 2017.
 *[https://www.voanews.com/a/china-bans-coal-iron-imports-from-north-korw/3984554.html China Banning Coal, Iron, Seafood Imports From North Korea]. ''Voice of America''. August 14, 2017. Retrieved August 14, 2017.
 *Shaw, Adam (August 14, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/08/14/china-implements-sanctions-north-korea-urges-restraint-u-s/ China Implements Sanctions on North Korea, Urges ‘Restraint’ from U.S.]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved August 14, 2017.
 *Denyer, Simon (August 14, 2017). [https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/china-bans-north-korea-iron-lead-coal-imports-as-part-of-un-sanctions/2017/08/14/a0ce4cb0-80ca-11e7-82a4-920da1aeb507_story.html?utm_term=.147eff3e890d China bans North Korean iron, lead, coal imports as part of U.N. sanctions]. ''The Washington Post''. Retrieved August 14, 2017.</ref>
-**August 22, 2017—The Trump Administration implemented sanctions on 16 Chinese and Russian individuals and entities for doing business with North Korea.<ref>Multiple references:
+*August 22, 2017—The Trump Administration implemented sanctions on 16 Chinese and Russian individuals and entities for doing business with North Korea.<ref>Multiple references:
 *Gertz, Bill (August 23, 2017). [https://freebeacon.com/national-security/u-s-sanctions-chinese-russians-illicit-trade-north-korea/ U.S. Sanctions Chinese, Russians for Illicit Trade With North Korea]. ''The Washington Free Beacon''. Retrieved August 23, 2017.
 *Randle, Jim (August 22, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/us-sanctions-russian-chinese-companies-over-north-korea/3995991.html US Sanctions Russian, Chinese Firms for Helping North Korea Militarize]. ''Voice of America''. Retrieved August 24, 2017.
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 *Davis, Jack (August 22, 2017). [http://www.westernjournalism.com/u-s-ups-pressure-north-korea-sanctions-aimed-china-russia/ U.S. Ups Pressure On North Korea With Sanctions Aimed At China, Russia]. ''Western Journalism''. Retrieved August 23, 2017.
 *Morello, Carol; Whoriskey, Peter (August 22, 2017). [https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/national-security/us-sanctions-chinese-and-russian-companies-and-individuals-for-conducting-business-with-north-korea/2017/08/22/78992312-8743-11e7-961d-2f373b3977ee_story.html U.S. hits Chinese and Russian companies, individuals with sanctions for doing business with North Korea]. ''The Washington Post''. Retrieved August 24, 2017.</ref>
-**September 11, 2017—The United States successfully and unanimously passed another UN Security Council resolution that established new sanctions against North Korea.<ref>Multiple references:
+*September 11, 2017—The United States successfully and unanimously passed another UN Security Council resolution that established new sanctions against North Korea.<ref>Multiple references:
 *Beavers, Olivia (September 11, 2017). [https://thehill.com/blogs/blog-briefing-room/news/350158-united-nations-unanimously-adopts-north-korea-sanctions UN Security Council unanimously votes to sanction North Korea]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved September 11, 2017.
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/09/11/un-security-council-approves-new-sanctions-against-north-korea.html UN Security Council approves new sanctions against North Korea]. ''Fox News''. September 11, 2017. Retrieved September 11, 2017.
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/09/11/un-security-council-approves-new-sanctions-against-north-korea.html UN Security Council approves new sanctions against North Korea]. ''Fox News''. September 11, 2017. Retrieved September 11, 2017.
 *Besheer, Margaret (September 11, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/un-security-council-new-north-korea-sanctions/4023913.html UN Security Council Unanimously Adopts Tough New North Korea Sanctions]. ''Voice of America''. Retrieved September 11, 2017.
 *Nichols, Michelle (September 10, 2017). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-northkorea-missiles/u-n-security-council-unanimously-steps-up-sanctions-on-north-korea-idUSKCN1BL12S U.N. Security Council unanimously steps up sanctions on North Korea]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved September 11, 2017.
 However, the sanctions were softer than originally intended:
-*Gehrke, Joel (September 11, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/us-softens-north-korea-sanctions-in-pitch-to-china-russia/article/2634012 US softens North Korea sanctions in pitch to China, Russia]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved September 16, 2017.
+*Gehrke, Joel (September 11, 2017). [https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/us-softens-north-korea-sanctions-in-pitch-to-china-russia/article/2634012 US softens North Korea sanctions in pitch to China, Russia]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved September 16, 2017.
 *Shaw, Adam (September 12, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/09/12/u-n-approves-softer-version-u-s-resolution-imposing-sanctions-north-korea/ U.N. Approves Softer Version of U.S. Resolution Imposing Sanctions on North Korea]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved September 16, 2017.
-*Gehrke, Joel (September 11, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/un-approves-watered-down-north-korea-sanctions/article/2634065 UN approves watered-down North Korea sanctions]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved September 16, 2017.
+*Gehrke, Joel (September 11, 2017). [https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/un-approves-watered-down-north-korea-sanctions/article/2634065 UN approves watered-down North Korea sanctions]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved September 16, 2017.
 China appeared to comply with the sanctions, ordering every North Korean-owned business in the country to shut down:
-*Lam, Katherine (September 28, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/09/28/china-orders-north-korean-business-closed-under-un-sanctions.html China closes North Korean businesses; North Korea allegedly swells army to fight US]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved October 1, 2017.
+*Lam, Katherine (September 28, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/09/28/china-orders-north-korean-business-closed-under-un-sanctions.html China closes North Korean businesses; North Korea allegedly swells army to fight US]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved October 1, 2017.
 *Hayward, John (September 29, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/09/29/china-shuts-north-korean-owned-businesses-comply-u-n-sanctions/ China Shuts Down North Korean-Owned Businesses to Comply with U.N. Sanctions]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved October 1, 2017.
 *[https://www.voanews.com/a/china-orders-north-korean-business-closed-under-un-sanctions/4048089.html China Orders North Korean Business Closed Under UN Sanctions]. ''Voice of America'' (from the ''Associated Press''). September 28, 2017. Retrieved October 1, 2017.
 However, China's cooperation and adherence to the sanctions was dubious, at the very least:
 *Woo, Ryan; Xu, Muyu (December 26, 2017). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-china-economy-trade-northkorea/china-halts-oil-product-exports-to-north-korea-in-november-as-sanctions-bite-idUSKBN1EK0FB China halts oil product exports to North Korea in November as sanctions bite]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved December 26, 2017.
-*Darrah, Nicole (December 27, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/12/27/china-spotted-illegally-selling-oil-to-north-korea-report-says.html China spotted illegally selling oil to North Korea, report says]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved December 27, 2017.
+*Darrah, Nicole (December 27, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/12/27/china-spotted-illegally-selling-oil-to-north-korea-report-says.html China spotted illegally selling oil to North Korea, report says]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved December 27, 2017.
 *Spiering, Charlie (December 28, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/12/28/donald-trump-china-caught-red-handed-selling-oil-to-north-korea/ Donald Trump: China ‘Caught Red Handed’ Selling Oil to North Korea]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved December 28, 2017.
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/12/28/trump-slams-china-over-reported-north-korea-oil-sales-caught-red-handed.html Trump slams China over reported North Korea oil sales: 'Caught RED HANDED']. ''Fox News''. December 28, 2017. Retrieved December 28, 2017.
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/12/28/trump-slams-china-over-reported-north-korea-oil-sales-caught-red-handed.html Trump slams China over reported North Korea oil sales: 'Caught RED HANDED']. ''Fox News''. December 28, 2017. Retrieved December 28, 2017.
 *Brunnstrom, David; Heavey, Susan (December 28, 2017). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-northkorea-missiles-china-trump/trump-says-china-caught-red-handed-allowing-oil-into-north-korea-idUSKBN1EM1IY Trump says China 'Caught RED HANDED' allowing oil into North Korea]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved December 28, 2017.
 *Boyer, Dave (December 28, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/dec/28/donald-trump-says-chinese-oil-shipments-north-kore/ Trump says Chinese oil shipments to North Korea ‘very disappointing’]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved December 29, 2017.</ref>
-**September 21, 2017—President Trump signed an executive order giving the Treasury Department additional authority to sanction entities doing business and "significant trade" with North Korea, including foreign banks.<ref>Multiple references:
+*September 21, 2017—President Trump signed an executive order giving the Treasury Department additional authority to sanction entities doing business and "significant trade" with North Korea, including foreign banks.<ref>Multiple references:
 *Besheer, Margaret (Septembre 21, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/trump-imposing-new-sanctions-on-north-korea-/4038478.html Trump Imposes New Trade Sanctions on North Korea]. ''Voice of America''. Retrieved September 21, 2017.
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/09/21/trump-signs-executive-order-targeting-north-koreas-trading-partners.html Trump signs executive order targeting North Korea's trading partners]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved September 21, 2017.
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/09/21/trump-signs-executive-order-targeting-north-koreas-trading-partners.html Trump signs executive order targeting North Korea's trading partners]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved September 21, 2017.
 *Boyer, Dave (September 21, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/sep/21/donald-trump-hits-north-korea-new-sanctions/ Trump hits North Korea with new sanctions]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved September 21, 2017.
 *Spiering, Charlie (September 21, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/09/21/donald-trump-praises-china-decision-stop-business-north-korea/ Donald Trump Announces New Sanctions; Praises China Bank Decision on North Korea]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved September 21, 2017.
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 *Easley, Jonathan; Kheel, Rebecca (September 21, 2017). [https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/351820-5-things-to-know-about-trumps-new-north-korea-sanctions 5 things to know about Trump's new North Korea sanctions]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved September 22, 2017.
 The Treasury Department first used this authority and issued sanctions on September 26, 2017:
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/09/26/new-us-sanctions-hit-8-north-korean-banks-26-bank-workers.html New US sanctions hit 8 North Korean banks, 26 bank workers]. ''Fox News'' (from the ''Associated Press''). September 26, 2017. Retrieved October 6, 2017.
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/09/26/new-us-sanctions-hit-8-north-korean-banks-26-bank-workers.html New US sanctions hit 8 North Korean banks, 26 bank workers]. ''Fox News'' (from the ''Associated Press''). September 26, 2017. Retrieved October 6, 2017.
 *[https://www.voanews.com/a/us-to-place-sanctions-on-north-korea-banks/4046099.html US Announces New Sanctions on North Korean Banks and Banking Officials]. ''Voice of America''. September 27, 2017. Retrieved October 6, 2017.
 *Greenwood, Max (September 26, 2017). [https://thehill.com/policy/finance/352496-trump-administration-ramps-up-sanctions-on-north-korea Trump targets North Korean banks, workers in new sanctions]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved October 6, 2017.</ref>
-**November 20, 2017—The Trump Administration officially designated North Korea a state sponsor of terror.<ref>Multiple references:
+*November 20, 2017—The Trump Administration officially designated North Korea a state sponsor of terror.<ref>Multiple references:
-*Singman, Brooke (November 20, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/11/20/trump-designates-north-korea-as-state-sponsor-terror.html Trump designates North Korea as state sponsor of terror]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved November 20, 2017.
+*Singman, Brooke (November 20, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/11/20/trump-designates-north-korea-as-state-sponsor-terror.html Trump designates North Korea as state sponsor of terror]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved November 20, 2017.
 *Mason, Jeff (November 20, 2017). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-northkorea-missiles-usa/trump-declares-north-korea-state-sponsor-of-terrorism-triggers-sanctions-idUSKBN1DK223 Trump declares North Korea state sponsor of terrorism, triggers sanctions]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved November 20, 2017.
 *Spiering, Charlie (November 20, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/11/20/donald-trump-announce-north-korea-state-sponsor-terror/ Donald Trump Designates North Korea as a State Sponsor of Terror]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved November 20, 2017.
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 *Shear, Michael D. (November 20, 2017). [https://www.nytimes.com/2017/11/20/us/politics/north-korea-trump-terror.html Trump Returns North Korea to List of State Sponsors of Terrorism]. ''The New York Times''. Retrieved November 20, 2017.</ref> The next day, the Treasury Department enacted additional sanctions on entities doing business with North Korea, including 13 Chinese and North Korean organizations.<ref>Multiple references:
 *Schectman, Joel; Brunnstrom, David (November 21, 2017). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-northkorea-missiles-usa/u-s-sanctions-13-chinese-and-north-korean-organizations-idUSKBN1DL2G6 U.S. sanctions 13 Chinese and North Korean organizations]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved November 21, 2017.
-*Singman, Brooke (November 21, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/11/21/us-slaps-new-sanctions-on-north-korea-after-designating-it-sponsor-terror.html US slaps new sanctions on North Korea after designating it sponsor of terror]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved November 21, 2017.
+*Singman, Brooke (November 21, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/11/21/us-slaps-new-sanctions-on-north-korea-after-designating-it-sponsor-terror.html US slaps new sanctions on North Korea after designating it sponsor of terror]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved November 21, 2017.
 *Lane, Sylvan (November 21, 2017). [https://thehill.com/policy/finance/361411-treasury-targets-north-korean-chinese-shipping-companies-to-boost-pressure-on Treasury targets North Korean, Chinese shipping companies with new sanctions]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved November 21, 2017.</ref> These actions increased pressure on North Korea to end its nuclear and missile programs.<ref>Schearf, Daniel (November 22, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/north-korea-terror-list/4129797.html US Sanctions, Terror Designation Increase Pressure on North Korea]. ''Voice of America''. Retrieved November 22, 2017.</ref>
 ===Russia===
-*Despite claims by Democrats and other left-wingers that Trump's presidential campaign "colluded" with [[Russia]], the Trump Administration took several tough actions against Russia, including some that even the Obama Administration avoided.<ref>Berger, Judson (December 26, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/12/26/trump-administration-ends-2017-confronting-russia-after-year-collusion-accusations.html Trump administration ends 2017 confronting Russia after year of collusion accusations]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved December 26, 2017.<br>
+Despite claims by Democrats and other left-wingers that Trump's presidential campaign "colluded" with [[Russia]], the Trump Administration took several tough actions against Russia, including some that even the Obama Administration avoided.<ref>Berger, Judson (December 26, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/12/26/trump-administration-ends-2017-confronting-russia-after-year-collusion-accusations.html Trump administration ends 2017 confronting Russia after year of collusion accusations]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved December 26, 2017.<br>
 See also:
 *Williams, Katie Bo (December 30, 2017). [https://thehill.com/policy/national-security/366813-in-surprise-trump-maintains-many-obama-era-russia-polices In surprise, Trump maintains many Obama-era Russia policies]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved December 30, 2017.</ref> Here are some of the actions taken against the country:
-**February 2017—The U.S. government launched a Russian-language TV network, run by [[Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty]] and [[Voice of America]], to counter Russian propaganda.<ref>Multiple references:
+*February 2017—The U.S. government launched a Russian-language TV network, run by [[Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty]] and [[Voice of America]], to counter Russian propaganda.<ref>Multiple references:
 *Lopatka, Jan (February 8, 2017). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-russia-rfe-idUSKBN15N13Y Radio Free Europe, Voice of America launch new Russian-language TV channel]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved July 6, 2017.
 *Miller, S.A. (July 5, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jul/5/current-time-broadcasts-into-russia-eastern-europe/ Current Time broadcasts into Russia, Eastern Europe]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved July 6, 2017.
 *[https://www.cbsnews.com/news/us-current-time-tv-network-rfe-russia-russian-propaganda-misinformation-rt/ U.S. launches TV network as alternative to Russian propaganda]. ''CBS News''. February 9, 2017. Retrieved July 6, 2017.
 *[https://www.economist.com/news/united-states/21723449-current-time-broadcasts-russian-capitol-hill-americas-answer-russian-propaganda America’s answer to Russian propaganda TV]. ''The Economist'' (from ''Current Time''). June 15, 2017. Retrieved July 6, 2017.</ref>
-**April 21, 2017—The Trump Administration refused to issue waivers to any companies which wanted to do business with Russia, which was under economic sanctions, including [[ExxonMobil]], which had applied for a waiver.<ref>Multiple references:
+*April 21, 2017—The Trump Administration refused to issue waivers to any companies which wanted to do business with Russia, which was under economic sanctions, including [[ExxonMobil]], which had applied for a waiver.<ref>Multiple references:
-*Gehrke, Joel (April 21, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/steve-mnuchin-no-russia-sanctions-waiver-for-exxon-other-companies/article/2620913 Steve Mnuchin: No Russia sanctions waiver for Exxon, other companies]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved April 22, 2017.
+*Gehrke, Joel (April 21, 2017). [https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/steve-mnuchin-no-russia-sanctions-waiver-for-exxon-other-companies/article/2620913 Steve Mnuchin: No Russia sanctions waiver for Exxon, other companies]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved April 22, 2017.
-*Solomon, Jay; Olson, Bradley (April 21, 2017). [http://www.foxbusiness.com/features/2017/04/21/u-s-denies-exxon-bid-for-waiver-on-russia-sanctions-3rd-update.html U.S. Denies Exxon Bid for Waiver on Russia Sanctions -- 3rd Update]. ''Fox Business''. Retrieved April 22, 2017.</ref> The day earlier, the Trump Administration announced, in strong language, it was implementing the Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act, which blacklisted certain Russian citizens.<ref>Multiple references:
+*Solomon, Jay; Olson, Bradley (April 21, 2017). [https://www.foxbusiness.com/features/2017/04/21/u-s-denies-exxon-bid-for-waiver-on-russia-sanctions-3rd-update.html U.S. Denies Exxon Bid for Waiver on Russia Sanctions -- 3rd Update]. ''Fox Business''. Retrieved April 22, 2017.</ref> The day earlier, the Trump Administration announced, in strong language, it was implementing the Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act, which blacklisted certain Russian citizens.<ref>Multiple references:
 *[https://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2017/04/20/letter-president-certain-congressional-committee-chairs A Letter from the President to Certain Congressional Committee Chairs]. ''whitehouse.gov''. April 20, 2017. Retrieved April 22, 2017.
 *Herszenhorn, David M. (April 21, 2017). [https://www.politico.eu/article/donald-trump-crackdown-on-rights-abusers-in-russia/ Trump pledges crackdown on rights abusers in Russia and beyond]. ''Politico''. Retrieved April 22, 2017.</ref>
-**June 20, 2017—The same day President Trump met with [[Ukraine|Ukrainian]] President [[Petro Poroshenko]], the U.S. Treasury Department imposed sanctions on 38 Russian individuals and entities involved in the conflict with Ukraine.<ref>Multiple references:
+*June 20, 2017—The same day President Trump met with [[Ukraine|Ukrainian]] President [[Petro Poroshenko]], the U.S. Treasury Department imposed sanctions on 38 Russian individuals and entities involved in the conflict with Ukraine.<ref>Multiple references:
 *[https://www.voanews.com/a/us-treasury-russia-ukraine-separatists-sanctions/3909028.html US Expands Sanctions Against Russia, Ukraine Separatists]. ''Voice of America''. June 20, 2017. Retrieved June 26, 2017.
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/20/treasury-moves-to-pressure-russia-with-new-sanctions-in-ukraine-conflict.html Treasury moves to 'pressure' Russia with new sanctions in Ukraine conflict]. ''Fox News''. June 20, 2017. Retrieved June 26, 2017.
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/20/treasury-moves-to-pressure-russia-with-new-sanctions-in-ukraine-conflict.html Treasury moves to 'pressure' Russia with new sanctions in Ukraine conflict]. ''Fox News''. June 20, 2017. Retrieved June 26, 2017.
-*Gehrke, Joel (June 20, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-hits-russia-ukrainian-separatists-with-sanctions/article/2626488 Trump hits Russia, Ukrainian separatists with sanctions]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 26, 2017.
+*Gehrke, Joel (June 20, 2017). [https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-hits-russia-ukrainian-separatists-with-sanctions/article/2626488 Trump hits Russia, Ukrainian separatists with sanctions]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 26, 2017.
 *Jackson, David (June 20, 2017). [https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2017/06/20/donald-trump-petro-poroshenko-mike-pence-ukraine/103032910/ Trump meets Ukraine president as Treasury Department sanctions Russia]. ''USA Today''. Retrieved June 26, 2017.</ref>
-**December 21, 2017—The Trump administration approved the export of lethal small arms to [[Ukraine]], including a multimillion-dollar sniper rifle deal – something the Obama Administration refused to do – ramping up its support for the country in the simmering conflict with Russia-backed separatists.<ref>Multiple references:
+*December 21, 2017—The Trump administration approved the export of lethal small arms to [[Ukraine]], including a multimillion-dollar sniper rifle deal – something the Obama Administration refused to do – ramping up its support for the country in the simmering conflict with Russia-backed separatists.<ref>Multiple references:
-*Betz, Bradford (December 21, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/12/21/trump-administration-oks-sale-lethal-arms-to-ukraine.html Trump administration OKs sale of lethal arms to Ukraine]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved February 2, 2018.
+*Betz, Bradford (December 21, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/12/21/trump-administration-oks-sale-lethal-arms-to-ukraine.html Trump administration OKs sale of lethal arms to Ukraine]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved February 2, 2018.
 *Lederman, Josh (December 23, 2017). [https://www.apnews.com/71fd3f8ee74f488fb788accf1e7978e4 US agrees to send lethal weapons to Ukraine, angering Russia]. ''Associated Press''. Retrieved February 2, 2018.
 *[https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-ukraine-arms/u-s-approves-license-for-ukraine-to-buy-small-arms-from-u-s-firms-idUSKBN1EF0A3 U.S. approves license for Ukraine to buy small arms from U.S. firms]. ''Reuters''. December 20, 2017. Retrieved February 2, 2018.
 *Wong, Kristina (December 20, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/12/20/trump-approves-lethal-arms-sales-ukraine-undoing-obama-era-decision/ Trump Approves Lethal Arms Sales to Ukraine, Reversing Obama-Era Inaction]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved February 2, 2018.
 *Mora, Edwin (December 22, 2018). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/12/22/trump-approves-private-sector-arms-sale-ukraine-fight-russian-troops/ Trump Approves Private Sector Arms Sale to Ukraine to Fight Russian-Backed Troops]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved February 2, 2018.
-*Luhn, Alec (December 21, 2017). [http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2017/12/21/donald-trump-approves-deal-us-sell-sniper-rifles-ukraine-angering/ Donald Trump approves deal for US to sell sniper rifles to Ukraine, angering Russia]. ''The Telegraph''. Retrieved February 2, 2018.
+*Luhn, Alec (December 21, 2017). [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2017/12/21/donald-trump-approves-deal-us-sell-sniper-rifles-ukraine-angering/ Donald Trump approves deal for US to sell sniper rifles to Ukraine, angering Russia]. ''The Telegraph''. Retrieved February 2, 2018.
 *Peterson, Nolan (December 21, 2017). [http://dailysignal.com/2017/12/21/trump-approves-us-lethal-weapons-sales-ukraine-angering-moscow/ Trump Approves US Lethal Weapons Sales to Ukraine, Angering Moscow]. ''The Daily Signal''. Retrieved February 2, 2018.</ref>
 ===Cuba===
-*The Trump Administration took actions against [[Cuba]], reversing several – though not all – Obama-era policies by November 2017:<ref>Zanona, Melanie (November 19, 2017). [https://thehill.com/policy/transportation/360957-how-trump-is-reshaping-us-policy-on-cuba How Trump is reshaping US policy on Cuba]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved December 3, 2017.</ref>
+[[File:Donald Trump Cuba, June 2017.jpg|thumb|225px|President Trump enacting a tougher policy against Cuba, June 16, 2017]]
-**June 16, 2017—During a speech attended by opponents of Cuba's Communist regime,<ref>Hayward, John (June 16, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/06/16/7-castro-victims-cuban-heroes-invited-trumps-cuba-announcement/ 7 Castro Victims and Cuban Heroes Invited to Trump’s Cuba Announcement]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 17, 2017.</ref> President Trump partially reversed Obama's pro-Cuba policies by restricting U.S. travel to Cuba and prohibit financial transactions that benefit the Cuban military.<ref>Multiple references:
+The Trump Administration took actions against [[Cuba]], reversing several – though not all – Obama-era policies by November 2017:<ref>Zanona, Melanie (November 19, 2017). [https://thehill.com/policy/transportation/360957-how-trump-is-reshaping-us-policy-on-cuba How Trump is reshaping US policy on Cuba]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved December 3, 2017.</ref>
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/16/cuba-deal-rollback-trump-says-s-nixing-obama-s-one-sided-pact.html Cuba deal rollback: Trump says he’s nixing Obama’s ‘one-sided’ pact]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved June 17, 2017.
+*June 16, 2017—During a speech attended by opponents of Cuba's Communist regime,<ref>Hayward, John (June 16, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/06/16/7-castro-victims-cuban-heroes-invited-trumps-cuba-announcement/ 7 Castro Victims and Cuban Heroes Invited to Trump’s Cuba Announcement]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 17, 2017.</ref> President Trump partially reversed Obama's pro-Cuba policies by restricting U.S. travel to Cuba and prohibit financial transactions that benefit the Cuban military.<ref>Multiple references:
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/16/cuba-deal-rollback-trump-says-s-nixing-obama-s-one-sided-pact.html Cuba deal rollback: Trump says he’s nixing Obama’s ‘one-sided’ pact]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved June 17, 2017.
 *Miller, S.A. (June 17, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/16/trump-rolls-back-obama-admins-cuba-policy/ Trump rolls back Obama admin’s Cuba policy: ‘Will not be silent in the face of communist oppression’]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 17, 2017.
 *Zanona, Melanie; Fabian, Jordan (June 16, 2017). [https://thehill.com/policy/international/338160-trump-draws-a-harder-line-on-cuba Trump draws a harder line on Cuba]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 17, 2017.
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 *Miller, S.A. (November 8, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/nov/8/us-tightens-restrictions-travel-trade-cuba/ U.S. tightens restrictions on travel, trade with Cuba]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved November 11, 2017.
 *Gomez, Alan (November 8, 2017). [https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/world/2017/11/08/trump-cracks-down-u-s-business-and-travel-cuba/843419001/ Trump cracks down on U.S. business and travel to Cuba. Here’s what’s changing]. ''USA Today''. Retrieved November 11, 2017.
-*Lederman, Josh (November 8, 2017). [http://www.chicagotribune.com/lifestyles/travel/ct-us-cuba-travel-restrictions-20171108-story.html U.S. tightens travel rules to Cuba, blacklists many businesses]. ''Chicago Tribune''. Retrieved November 11, 2017.</ref> In addition, Trump visibly took a much stronger position on Cuba to repatriate American criminal fugitives than Obama had done.<ref>Boyer, Dave (June 16, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/16/donald-trump-calls-cuba-return-us-fugitives/ Trump calls on Cuba to return U.S. fugitives, including cop-killer Chesimard]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 17, 2017.</ref>
+*Lederman, Josh (November 8, 2017). [http://www.chicagotribune.com/lifestyles/travel/ct-us-cuba-travel-restrictions-20171108-story.html U.S. tightens travel rules to Cuba, blacklists many businesses]. ''Chicago Tribune''. Retrieved November 11, 2017.</ref> In addition, Trump visibly took a much stronger position on Cuba to repatriate American criminal fugitives, including [[Joanne Chesimard]], than Obama had done.<ref>Boyer, Dave (June 16, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/16/donald-trump-calls-cuba-return-us-fugitives/ Trump calls on Cuba to return U.S. fugitives, including cop-killer Chesimard]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 17, 2017.</ref>
-**November 1, 2017—The Trump Administration chose to defend the [[United States embargo against Cuba|U.S. embargo on Cuba]] at the [[United Nations]] and vote against resolutions condemning the embargo, reversing an Obama Administration policy.<ref>Multiple references:
+*November 1, 2017—The Trump Administration chose to defend the [[United States embargo against Cuba|U.S. embargo on Cuba]] at the [[United Nations]] and vote against resolutions condemning the embargo, reversing an Obama Administration policy.<ref>Multiple references:
 *[https://www.voanews.com/a/trump-administration-defend-cuba-embargo-un-reverse-obama-stance/4094439.html Trump Administration to Defend Cuba Embargo at UN, Reversing Obama]. ''Voice of America'' (from the ''Associated Press''). October 31, 2017. Retrieved November 1, 2017.
 *Greenwood, Max (November 1, 2017). [https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/358245-us-upholds-cuba-embargo-in-un-resolution-vote US upholds Cuba embargo in UN resolution vote]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved November 1, 2017.
 *Gladstone, Rick (November 1, 2017). [https://www.nytimes.com/2017/11/01/world/americas/cuba-un-us-embargo.html Trump Administration Defends Cuba Embargo at U.N., Reversing Obama]. ''The New York Times''. Retrieved November 1, 2017.
 See also:
-*Gehrke, Joel (November 1, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/nikki-haley-apologizes-to-cubans-for-casual-cruelty-of-obama-administration/article/2639281 Nikki Haley apologizes to Cubans for 'casual cruelty' of Obama administration]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved November 1, 2017.</ref>
+*Gehrke, Joel (November 1, 2017). [https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/nikki-haley-apologizes-to-cubans-for-casual-cruelty-of-obama-administration/article/2639281 Nikki Haley apologizes to Cubans for 'casual cruelty' of Obama administration]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved November 1, 2017.</ref>
 ===Other===
-*The Trump Administration successfully secured the release of several American prisoners held in foreign countries that the Obama Administration did not or could not release.<ref>O'Reilly, Andrew (December 20, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/12/20/trump-administration-finds-success-in-bringing-home-americans-detained-abroad.html Trump administration finds success in bringing home Americans detained abroad]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved December 20, 2017.</ref> It played a large role in successfully helping prevent [[Central Intelligence Agency|CIA]] officer Sabrina de Sousa from being extradited to Italy, with the decision coming on March 1, 2017.<ref>Corbin, Cristina (March 1, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/us/2017/03/01/italy-cancels-former-cia-agents-extradition-from-portugal-in-muslim-abduction-case.html Ex-CIA officer has Trump administration to thank for extradition KO, spokesman says]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved March 1, 2017.</ref> On April 21, 2017, Egypt released an Egyptian-American who had been detained for three years.<ref>Boyer, Dave (April 21, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/apr/21/donald-trump-greets-aya-hijazi-egyptian-american-w/ Trump greets Egyptian-American woman after working behind the scenes to free her]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved April 21, 2017.</ref> Additionally, according to the father of Otto Warmbier, who was held hostage in North Korea and then released in June 2017, the Obama Administration did not do enough to secure his release while the Trump Administration did secure his release.<ref>Multiple references:
+*The Trump Administration successfully secured the release of several American prisoners held in foreign countries that the Obama Administration did not or could not release.<ref>O'Reilly, Andrew (December 20, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/12/20/trump-administration-finds-success-in-bringing-home-americans-detained-abroad.html Trump administration finds success in bringing home Americans detained abroad]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved December 20, 2017.</ref> It played a large role in successfully helping prevent [[Central Intelligence Agency|CIA]] officer Sabrina de Sousa from being extradited to Italy, with the decision coming on March 1, 2017.<ref>Corbin, Cristina (March 1, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/us/2017/03/01/italy-cancels-former-cia-agents-extradition-from-portugal-in-muslim-abduction-case.html Ex-CIA officer has Trump administration to thank for extradition KO, spokesman says]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved March 1, 2017.</ref> On April 21, 2017, Egypt released an Egyptian-American who had been detained for three years.<ref>Boyer, Dave (April 21, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/apr/21/donald-trump-greets-aya-hijazi-egyptian-american-w/ Trump greets Egyptian-American woman after working behind the scenes to free her]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved April 21, 2017.</ref> Additionally, according to the father of Otto Warmbier, who was held hostage in North Korea and then released in June 2017, the Obama Administration did not do enough to secure his release while the Trump Administration did secure his release.<ref>Multiple references:
 *Hains, Tim (June 15, 2017). [https://www.realclearpolitics.com/video/2017/06/15/father_of_otto_warmbier_obama_admin_told_us_to_keep_quiet_trump_admin_brought_him_home.html Father Of Otto Warmbier: Obama Admin Told Us To Keep Quiet, Trump Admin Brought Him Home]. ''RealClearPolitics''. Retrieved June 19, 2017.
 *Hayward, John (June 16, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/06/16/otto-warmbier-family-blasts-obama-administration-not-enough-rescue-north-korea/ Otto Warmbier Family: Obama Did Not Do Enough to Rescue Him from North Korea]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved June 19, 2017.</ref> In November 2017, China released three [[University of California, Los Angeles|UCLA]] basketball players from custody for alleged shoplifting after President Trump asked the president of China to release them.<ref>Multiple references:
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/us/2017/11/14/3-ucla-basketball-players-return-to-us-after-being-detained-in-china-for-allegedly-shoplifting.html 3 UCLA basketball players return to US after being detained in China for allegedly shoplifting]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved November 14, 2017.
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/us/2017/11/14/3-ucla-basketball-players-return-to-us-after-being-detained-in-china-for-allegedly-shoplifting.html 3 UCLA basketball players return to US after being detained in China for allegedly shoplifting]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved November 14, 2017.
 *Holland, Steve; Feldman, Dana (November 13, 2017). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-ucla-china/ucla-players-in-los-angeles-after-trump-seeks-help-from-chinas-xi-idUSKBN1DE0E6 UCLA players in Los Angeles after Trump seeks help from China's Xi]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved November 14, 2017.
 *[https://www.stripes.com/sports/3-ucla-players-return-to-us-after-china-shoplifting-incident-1.497822 3 UCLA players return to US after China shoplifting incident]. ''Stars and Stripes'' (from the ''Associated Press''). November 14, 2017. Retrieved November 14, 2017.
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 *Landler, Mark; Shear, Michael D. (November 14, 2017). [https://www.nytimes.com/2017/11/14/us/politics/trump-ucla-basketball-china.html 'Know Anything About These Knuckleheads?' How Trump Helped Free U.C.L.A. Players]. ''The New York Times''. Retrieved November 14, 2017.
 See also:
-*Singman, Brooke (November 15, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/11/15/trump-waiting-for-thank-from-3-ucla-basketball-players-back-in-us.html UCLA basketball players thank Trump for 'helping us out' after tweet]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved November 16, 2017.
+*Singman, Brooke (November 15, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/11/15/trump-waiting-for-thank-from-3-ucla-basketball-players-back-in-us.html UCLA basketball players thank Trump for 'helping us out' after tweet]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved November 16, 2017.
 *Carroll, Rory (November 15, 2017). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-ucla-china-trump/ucla-players-apologize-for-shoplifting-in-china-thank-trump-idUSKBN1DF2VH UCLA players apologize for shoplifting in China, thank Trump]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved November 16, 2017.</ref>
 *The Trump Administration enacted numerous sanctions against [[Venezuela]]'s socialist government in 2017, including on May 18,<ref>Multiple references:
-*Goodman, Joshua; Armario, Christine (May 18, 2018). [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/05/18/us-imposes-sanctions-on-venezuela-supreme-court.html US imposes sanctions on Venezuela Supreme Court]. ''Fox News'' (from the ''Associated Press''). Retrieved May 21, 2018.
+*Goodman, Joshua; Armario, Christine (May 18, 2018). [https://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/05/18/us-imposes-sanctions-on-venezuela-supreme-court.html US imposes sanctions on Venezuela Supreme Court]. ''Fox News'' (from the ''Associated Press''). Retrieved May 21, 2018.
 *Zengerle, Spetalnick, Matt (May 18, 2017). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-venezuela-politics-usa-exclusive-idUSKCN18E2UD Venezuela Supreme Court judges hit with U.S. sanctions]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved May 21, 2018.
 *Gomez, Alan (May 18, 2017). [https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/world/2017/05/18/trump-sanctions-members-venezuelan-supreme-court/101847892/ Trump sanctions members of Venezuelan Supreme Court]. ''USA Today''. Retrieved May 21, 2018.</ref> July 31,<ref>Multiple references:
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/07/31/us-hits-venezuela-president-with-sanctions-after-vote-decried-as-sham.html Trump administration hits Venezuela's Maduro with sanctions after 'sham' vote]. ''Fox News''. July 31, 2017. Retrieved May 21, 2018.
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/07/31/us-hits-venezuela-president-with-sanctions-after-vote-decried-as-sham.html Trump administration hits Venezuela's Maduro with sanctions after 'sham' vote]. ''Fox News''. July 31, 2017. Retrieved May 21, 2018.
 *Kew, Ben (July 31, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/07/31/trump-admin-slaps-sanctions-venezuelas-maduro-personally-considering-more/ Trump Admin Slaps Sanctions on Venezuela’s Maduro Personally, ‘Considering’ More]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 21, 2018.
 *Miller, S.A. (July 31, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jul/31/trump-admin-hits-venezuelas-maduro-sanctions/ Trump admin hits Venezuela president with sanctions: ‘He is now a dictator’]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 21, 2018.
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 *Mohsin, Saleha; Arrioja, Jose Enrique (August 9, 2017). [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2017-08-09/u-s-imposes-financial-sanctions-on-eight-more-venezuelans U.S. Imposes Financial Sanctions on Eight More Venezuelans]. ''Bloomberg''. Retrieved May 21, 2018.</ref> and August 25.<ref>Multiple references:
 *Kew, Ben (August 25, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/08/25/trump-signs-sanctions-banning-purchase-venezuela-state-oil-company-debt/ Trump Signs Sanctions Banning Purchase of Venezuela, State Oil Company Debt]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 21, 2018.
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/08/25/white-house-imposes-fresh-sanctions-on-venezuela-dictatorship.html White House imposes fresh sanctions on Venezuela 'dictatorship']. ''Fox News''. August 25, 2017. Retrieved May 21, 2018.
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/08/25/white-house-imposes-fresh-sanctions-on-venezuela-dictatorship.html White House imposes fresh sanctions on Venezuela 'dictatorship']. ''Fox News''. August 25, 2017. Retrieved May 21, 2018.
 *Ulmer, Alexandra; Lawder, David (August 25, 2017). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-venezuela-sanctions-idUSKCN1B5216 Trump slaps sanctions on Venezuela; Maduro sees effort to force default]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved May 21, 2018.
 *Herman, Steve (August 25, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/trump-imposes-strong-new-sanctions-on-venezuela-/4000757.html Trump Imposes 'Strong, New Sanctions' on Venezuela]. ''Voice of America''. Retrieved May 21, 2018.
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 See also:
 *Cama, Timothy; Wilson, Megan R. (August 25, 2017). [https://thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/348007-trump-exempts-citgo-from-venezuela-sanctions Trump exempts Citgo from Venezuela sanctions]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved May 21, 2018.</ref>
-*On March 18, 2017, the Trump Administration successfully forced the [[Group of Twenty|G-20]] to remove its opposition to [[protectionism]] and temper its support for [[free trade]],<ref name="WaExMar2017">Scarry, Eddie (March 18, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-administration-rebuffs-free-trade-appeals-at-g-20-meeting/article/2617793 Trump administration rebuffs free trade appeals at G-20 meeting]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved March 18, 2017.</ref><ref name="FoxBMar2017">Koranyi, Balazs; Heller, Gernot (March 18, 2017). [http://www.foxbusiness.com/politics/2017/03/18/g20-financial-leaders-acquiesce-to-u-s-drop-free-trade-pledge.html G20 Financial Leaders Acquiesce to U.S., Drop Free Trade Pledge]. ''Fox Business''. Retrieved March 18, 2017.</ref> and any mention of [[climate change]]<ref name="TeleMar2017">McGoogan, Cara; Sherlock, Ruth (March 18, 2017). [http://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2017/03/18/g20-leaders-roll-back-commitment-free-trade-climate-change-following/ G20 leaders roll back commitment to free trade and climate change following US pressure]. ''The Telegraph''. Retrieved March 18, 2017.</ref><ref name="IndepMar2017">Sharman, Jon (March 18, 2017). [http://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/politics/g20-finance-ministers-statement-climate-change-fair-trade-trump-a7636956.html US 'forces G20 to drop any mention of climate change' in joint statement]. ''The Independent''. Retrieved March 18, 2017.</ref> from its joint statement. Later, in April 2017, the Trump Administration refused to sign the G7 joint statement because the other nations could not agree to include support for nuclear and fossil fuels without support for the Paris climate agreement. The G7, thus, went without a joint statement.<ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/12/report-trump-administration-officials-clashed-with-g7-ministers-over-climate-policy.html Report: Trump administration officials clashed with G7 ministers over climate policy]. ''Fox News''. April 12, 2017. Retrieved April 12, 2017.</ref><ref>Bastasch, Michael (April 11, 2017). [https://dailycaller.com/2017/04/11/trump-refuses-to-sign-g7-statement-endorsing-paris-climate-agreement/ Trump Refuses To Sign G7 Statement Endorsing Paris Climate Agreement]. ''The Daily Caller''. Retrieved April 12, 2017.</ref>
+*On March 18, 2017, the Trump Administration successfully forced the [[Group of Twenty|G-20]] to remove its opposition to [[protectionism]] and temper its support for [[free trade]],<ref name="WaExMar2017">Scarry, Eddie (March 18, 2017). [https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-administration-rebuffs-free-trade-appeals-at-g-20-meeting/article/2617793 Trump administration rebuffs free trade appeals at G-20 meeting]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved March 18, 2017.</ref><ref name="FoxBMar2017">Koranyi, Balazs; Heller, Gernot (March 18, 2017). [https://www.foxbusiness.com/politics/2017/03/18/g20-financial-leaders-acquiesce-to-u-s-drop-free-trade-pledge.html G20 Financial Leaders Acquiesce to U.S., Drop Free Trade Pledge]. ''Fox Business''. Retrieved March 18, 2017.</ref> and any mention of [[climate change]]<ref name="TeleMar2017">McGoogan, Cara; Sherlock, Ruth (March 18, 2017). [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2017/03/18/g20-leaders-roll-back-commitment-free-trade-climate-change-following/ G20 leaders roll back commitment to free trade and climate change following US pressure]. ''The Telegraph''. Retrieved March 18, 2017.</ref><ref name="IndepMar2017">Sharman, Jon (March 18, 2017). [http://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/politics/g20-finance-ministers-statement-climate-change-fair-trade-trump-a7636956.html US 'forces G20 to drop any mention of climate change' in joint statement]. ''The Independent''. Retrieved March 18, 2017.</ref> from its joint statement. Later, in April 2017, the Trump Administration refused to sign the G7 joint statement because the other nations could not agree to include support for nuclear and fossil fuels without support for the Paris climate agreement. The G7, thus, went without a joint statement.<ref>[https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/12/report-trump-administration-officials-clashed-with-g7-ministers-over-climate-policy.html Report: Trump administration officials clashed with G7 ministers over climate policy]. ''Fox News''. April 12, 2017. Retrieved April 12, 2017.</ref><ref>Bastasch, Michael (April 11, 2017). [https://dailycaller.com/2017/04/11/trump-refuses-to-sign-g7-statement-endorsing-paris-climate-agreement/ Trump Refuses To Sign G7 Statement Endorsing Paris Climate Agreement]. ''The Daily Caller''. Retrieved April 12, 2017.</ref>
 [[File:Donald Trump Syrian Military Strike April 2017.jpg|thumb|200px|President Trump being briefed on April 6, 2017 concerning a military strike on Syria.]]
 *April 6, 2017—After the [[Syria]]n government used chemical weapons on its people, President Trump ordered a one-time airstrike against a Syrian air base, firing 60 cruise missiles at it.<ref>Multiple references:
-* Griffin, Jennifer; Tomlinson, Lucas (April 7, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/04/07/us-missiles-target-syria-airfield-in-response-to-chemical-weapons-attack.html US missiles target Syria airfield in response to chemical weapons attack]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 7, 2017.
+* Griffin, Jennifer; Tomlinson, Lucas (April 7, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/04/07/us-missiles-target-syria-airfield-in-response-to-chemical-weapons-attack.html US missiles target Syria airfield in response to chemical weapons attack]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 7, 2017.
 * [https://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2017/04/06/statement-president-trump-syria Statement by President Trump on Syria]. ''whitehouse.gov''. April 6, 2017. Retrieved April 10, 2017.</ref> The U.S. destroyed about 20 Syrian jet planes and caused extremely heavy damage on the base.<ref>Multiple references:
-* [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/04/07/about-20-syrian-jets-destroyed-in-airstrike-defense-officials-say.html About 20 Syrian jets destroyed in missile strike, defense officials say]. ''Fox News''. April 7, 2017. Retrieved April 7, 2017.
+* [https://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/04/07/about-20-syrian-jets-destroyed-in-airstrike-defense-officials-say.html About 20 Syrian jets destroyed in missile strike, defense officials say]. ''Fox News''. April 7, 2017. Retrieved April 7, 2017.
-* [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/04/07/syria-missile-attack-satellite-photos-show-major-damage-to-airfields.html Syria missile attack: Satellite photos show major damage to airfields]. ''Fox News''. April 7, 2017. Retrieved April 7, 2017.
+* [https://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/04/07/syria-missile-attack-satellite-photos-show-major-damage-to-airfields.html Syria missile attack: Satellite photos show major damage to airfields]. ''Fox News''. April 7, 2017. Retrieved April 7, 2017.
-* [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/04/06/initial-reports-indicate-syrian-airbase-almost-completely-destroyed-after-us-strike.html Initial reports indicate Syrian airbase 'almost completely destroyed' after US strike]. ''Fox News''. April 6, 2017. Retrieved April 7, 2017.<br>
+* [https://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/04/06/initial-reports-indicate-syrian-airbase-almost-completely-destroyed-after-us-strike.html Initial reports indicate Syrian airbase 'almost completely destroyed' after US strike]. ''Fox News''. April 6, 2017. Retrieved April 7, 2017.<br>
 However, reports claimed the base was still operational afterward:
 * Muñoz, Carlo (April 10, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/apr/10/pentagon-defends-limited-scope-syrian-attack/ Pentagon defends limited scope of Syrian attack]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved April 10, 2017.
-* Ensor, Josie (April 8, 2017). [http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2017/04/08/syrian-warplanes-take-air-base-bombed-us-tomahawks/ Syrian warplanes take off once again from air base bombed by US Tomahawks]. ''The Telegraph''. Retrieved April 9, 2017.
+* Ensor, Josie (April 8, 2017). [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2017/04/08/syrian-warplanes-take-air-base-bombed-us-tomahawks/ Syrian warplanes take off once again from air base bombed by US Tomahawks]. ''The Telegraph''. Retrieved April 9, 2017.
-* Dooley, Erin (April 8, 2017). [http://abcnews.go.com/Politics/trump-defends-decision-hit-runway-syrian-airbase/story?id=46677805 Trump defends decision not to hit runway on Syrian air base]. ''ABC News''. Retrieved April 9, 2017.</ref> Defense Secretary [[James Mattis]] stated the attacks destroyed 20% of Syria's operational aircraft.<ref>Multiple references:
+* Dooley, Erin (April 8, 2017). [https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/trump-defends-decision-hit-runway-syrian-airbase/story?id=46677805 Trump defends decision not to hit runway on Syrian air base]. ''ABC News''. Retrieved April 9, 2017.</ref> Defense Secretary [[James Mattis]] stated the attacks destroyed 20% of Syria's operational aircraft.<ref>Multiple references:
 * Moore, Mark (April 10, 2017). [http://nypost.com/2017/04/10/mattis-says-us-strike-destroyed-large-number-of-syrian-military-aircraft/ Mattis says US strike destroyed large number of Syrian military aircraft]. ''New York Post''. Retrieved April 10, 2017.
 * Lehman, Charles Fain (April 10, 2017). [https://freebeacon.com/national-security/mattis-20-percent-syrias-aircraft-damaged-destroyed-u-s-strikes/ Mattis: 20 Percent Of Syria’s Operational Aircraft Damaged or Destroyed in U.S. Strikes]. ''The Washington Free Beacon''. Retrieved April 10, 2017.</ref> As even the ''New York Times'' reported, Trump's action was a show of U.S. strength, and it was in stark contrast to Obama, as Trump used surprise and speed in the attacks.<ref>Gordon, Michael R.; Cooper, Helene; Shear, Michael D. (April 6, 2017). [https://www.nytimes.com/2017/04/06/world/middleeast/us-said-to-weigh-military-responses-to-syrian-chemical-attack.html Dozens of U.S. Missiles Hit Air Base in Syria]. ''The New York Times''. Retrieved April 7, 2017.</ref> World leaders supported the strong action.<ref>Multiple references:
 * Williams, Thomas D., Ph.D. (April 7, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/04/07/world-leaders-praise-u-s-strike-on-syria-proportionate-appropriate/ World Leaders Praise U.S. Strike on Syria, ‘Proportionate, Appropriate’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 7, 2017.
-* [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/04/07/syria-airstrikes-international-community-reacts-to-us-bombing-airfield.html Syria strikes: International community reacts to US bombing of airfield]. ''Fox News''. April 7, 2017. Retrieved April 7, 2017.</ref> This was the first direct military action the U.S. took against the [[Bashar al-Assad|Assad]] regime.<ref>Ackerman, Spencer; Pilkington, Ed; Jacobs, Ben; Borger, Julian (April 7, 2017). [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2017/apr/06/trump-syria-missiles-assad-chemical-weapons Syria missile strikes: US launches first direct military action against Assad]. ''The Guardian''. Retrieved April 7, 2017.</ref> On April 23, 2017, in response to the chemical attacks, the Trump Administration put sanctions on 271 employees of Syria’s Scientific Studies and Research Center, which supported the nation's chemical weapons program.<ref>Starr, Penny (April 24, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/24/winning-trump-follows-up-bombing-of-assads-military-assets-with-tough-diplomacy-271-new-sanctions-for-syria/ Trump Admin Unloads Block of 271 Sanctions on Assad Regime for Chemical Weapons Attack]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 25, 2017.</ref> On June 18, 2017, the United States shot down a Syrian aircraft for the first time,<ref>Multiple references:
+* [https://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/04/07/syria-airstrikes-international-community-reacts-to-us-bombing-airfield.html Syria strikes: International community reacts to US bombing of airfield]. ''Fox News''. April 7, 2017. Retrieved April 7, 2017.</ref> This was the first direct military action the U.S. took against the [[Bashar al-Assad|Assad]] regime.<ref>Ackerman, Spencer; Pilkington, Ed; Jacobs, Ben; Borger, Julian (April 7, 2017). [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2017/apr/06/trump-syria-missiles-assad-chemical-weapons Syria missile strikes: US launches first direct military action against Assad]. ''The Guardian''. Retrieved April 7, 2017.</ref> On April 23, 2017, in response to the chemical attacks, the Trump Administration put sanctions on 271 employees of Syria's Scientific Studies and Research Center, which supported the nation's chemical weapons program.<ref>Starr, Penny (April 24, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/04/24/winning-trump-follows-up-bombing-of-assads-military-assets-with-tough-diplomacy-271-new-sanctions-for-syria/ Trump Admin Unloads Block of 271 Sanctions on Assad Regime for Chemical Weapons Attack]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 25, 2017.</ref> On June 18, 2017, the United States shot down a Syrian aircraft for the first time,<ref>Multiple references:
-*Feldscher, Kyle (June 18, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/us-shoots-down-syrian-bomber-for-attacking-anti-assad-force/article/2626344 US shoots down Syrian bomber for attacking anti-Assad force]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 19, 2017.
+*Feldscher, Kyle (June 18, 2017). [https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/us-shoots-down-syrian-bomber-for-attacking-anti-assad-force/article/2626344 US shoots down Syrian bomber for attacking anti-Assad force]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 19, 2017.
 *[https://www.breitbart.com/news/pentagon-us-shoots-down-syrian-aircraft-for-first-time/ US Shoots Down Syrian Aircraft for First Time]. ''Breitbart News''. June 18, 2017. Retrieved June 19, 2017.
 *Muñoz, Carlo (June 18, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/18/us-warplanes-shoot-down-syrian-jet/ U.S. warplane shoots down Syrian jet]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 19, 2017.</ref> and in response to Russia's warnings, stated that it would do whatever in its national and military interests.<ref>Boyer, Dave (June 19, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/19/white-house-russia-us-will-protect-interests-syria/ White House to Russia: U.S. will protect our interests in Syria]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 19, 2017.</ref>
 [[File:Donald Trump, red carpet welcome by King Salman in Saudi Arabia, May 2017.jpg|thumb|200px|President Trump welcomed in Saudi Arabia, May 2017.]]
 [[File:President Trump visits Western Wall, Israel, May 2017.jpg|thumb|200px|President Trump visits the [[Western Wall]], May 2017.]]
-*May 2017—President Trump embarked on an ambitious foreign trip, where he, among other accomplishments, visited the heartlands of the three [[Abrahamic religion]]s, challenging the Muslim world to get serious about defeating Islamic terrorism, challenging the European leaders to contribute more to [[NATO]], and isolating [[Iran]].<ref name="FulfilAmbitious"/><ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/27/trump-wraps-overseas-trip-with-thanks-to-us-troops-standing-firm-on-terrorism-climate-change-concerns.html Trump wraps overseas trip with thanks to US troops, standing firm on terrorism, climate change concerns]. ''Fox News''. May 27, 2017. Retrieved May 27, 2017.</ref><ref>Boyer, Dave; Howell, Tom, Jr (May 28, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/28/donald-trumps-first-foreign-trip-thrills-republica/ Trump’s trip abroad thrills Republicans, disappoints Democrats]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 28, 2017.</ref><ref>Charles, Robert B. (May 30, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/30/donald-trump-policies-crystallized-by-first-trip-o/ An emerging Trump Doctrine]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 31, 2017.</ref> While in the Middle East, Trump, unlike Obama, took a strong stance against Iran and strengthened the United States's traditional alliances with Israel and the Arab nations,<ref>Multiple references:
+*May 2017—President Trump embarked on an ambitious foreign trip, where he, among other accomplishments, visited the heartlands of the three [[Abrahamic religion]]s, challenging the Muslim world to get serious about defeating Islamic terrorism, challenging the European leaders to contribute more to [[NATO]].<ref name="FulfilAmbitious"/><ref>[https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/27/trump-wraps-overseas-trip-with-thanks-to-us-troops-standing-firm-on-terrorism-climate-change-concerns.html Trump wraps overseas trip with thanks to US troops, standing firm on terrorism, climate change concerns]. ''Fox News''. May 27, 2017. Retrieved May 27, 2017.</ref><ref>Boyer, Dave; Howell, Tom, Jr (May 28, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/28/donald-trumps-first-foreign-trip-thrills-republica/ Trump’s trip abroad thrills Republicans, disappoints Democrats]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 28, 2017.</ref><ref>Charles, Robert B. (May 30, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/30/donald-trump-policies-crystallized-by-first-trip-o/ An emerging Trump Doctrine]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 31, 2017.</ref> While in the Middle East, Trump strengthened the United States's traditional alliances with Israel.<ref>Multiple references:
-*Westwood, Sarah (May 26, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-embraces-traditional-middle-east-allies-breaks-with-obama-on-trip/article/2623946 Trump embraces traditional Middle East allies, breaks with Obama on trip]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved May 26, 2017.
+*Westwood, Sarah (May 26, 2017). [https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-embraces-traditional-middle-east-allies-breaks-with-obama-on-trip/article/2623946 Trump embraces traditional Middle East allies, breaks with Obama on trip]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved May 26, 2017.
-*Boyer, Dave (May 22, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/22/donald-trump-benjamin-netanyahu-focus-iran-common-/ Trump, Netanyahu focus on Iran as common enemy]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 26, 2017.</ref> bringing them closer together.<ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/22/trump-says-iran-threat-bringing-arab-nations-closer-to-israel.html Trump says Iran threat bringing Arab nations closer to Israel]. ''Fox News''. May 22, 2017. Retrieved May 26, 2017.</ref> His trip was described as one that "flipped traditional U.S. foreign policy upside down."<ref>Holland, Steve (May 27, 2017). [http://www.foxbusiness.com/politics/2017/05/27/trump-ends-nine-day-overseas-trip-with-flourish-as-trouble-looms-at-home.html Trump ends nine-day overseas trip with a flourish as trouble looms at home]. ''Fox Business''. Retrieved May 27, 2017.</ref> Here are some highlights and additional achievements of the trip:
+*Boyer, Dave (May 22, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/22/donald-trump-benjamin-netanyahu-focus-iran-common-/ Trump, Netanyahu focus on Iran as common enemy]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 26, 2017.</ref> His trip was described as one that "flipped traditional U.S. foreign policy upside down."<ref>Holland, Steve (May 27, 2017). [https://www.foxbusiness.com/politics/2017/05/27/trump-ends-nine-day-overseas-trip-with-flourish-as-trouble-looms-at-home.html Trump ends nine-day overseas trip with a flourish as trouble looms at home]. ''Fox Business''. Retrieved May 27, 2017.</ref> Here are some highlights and additional achievements of the trip:
-**May 20–21, 2017—President Trump visited [[Saudi Arabia]], the first country he visited abroad as U.S. President. His trip to the country was a major event that clearly broke from foreign policy set by Barack Obama.<ref>Miller, S.A. (May 21, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/21/donald-trumps-visit-to-saudi-arabia-sets-new-tone-/ President Trump’s visit to Saudi Arabia sets new tone for international relations]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.</ref> He received a very warm welcome<ref>Multiple references:
-*Greenwood, Max (May 20, 2017). [https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/334392-trump-gets-royal-welcome-during-tremendous-saudi-arabia-visit Trump gets royal welcome during 'tremendous' Saudi Arabia visit]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/20/trump-calls-saudi-visit-tremendous-in-critical-first-overseas-trip.html Trump calls Saudi visit 'tremendous,' in critical first overseas trip]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.</ref> – much warmer than what Obama (under whom relations became estranged<ref>Kheel, Rebecca (May 20, 2017). [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/334323-saudi-arabia-courts-trump Saudi Arabia courts Trump]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.</ref>) received – with King [[Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud]] greeting Trump at the tarmac, something Obama did not receive.<ref name="MillerBow">Miller, S.A. (May 20, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/20/donald-trump-cuts-deals-joins-ceremonial-saudi-swo/ Trump doesn’t bow to Saudi King Salman, joins sword dance, cuts deals on first day abroad]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.</ref> Unlike Obama, Trump did not bow to the Saudi king,<ref name="MillerBow"/><ref>[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/20/trump-shakes-hands-with-saudi-leader-doesnt-bow-as-obama-appeared-to-do.html Trump shakes hands with Saudi leader, doesn't bow as Obama appeared to do]. ''Fox News''. May 20, 2017. Retrieved May 21, 2017.</ref> and he did not embark on an "apology tour" like Obama.<ref>[https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/22/editorial-trumps-no-apology-tour/ Trump’s no-apology tour]. May 22, 2017. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 24, 2017.</ref> Trump signed a $110 billion arms deal with Saudi Arabia, with another $350 billion of arms for the following 10 years.<ref>Multiple references:
-*Miller, S.A. (May 20, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/20/donald-trump-king-salman-saudi-arabia-sign-defense/ Trump inks defense, investment deals with Saudi King Salman]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.
-*[https://www.breitbart.com/news/us-approves-1-4-bn-slice-of-massive-saudi-arms-deal/ US approves $1.4 bn slice of massive Saudi arms deal]. ''Breitbart News''. June 5, 2017. Retrieved June 5, 2017.
-Some analysts argued that the $110 billion deal was only a sham or for show:
-*McIntyre, Jamie (June 6, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trumps-110-billion-arms-deal-with-saudi-arabia-is-fake-news-defense-expert-says/article/2625134 Trump's $110 billion arms deal with Saudi Arabia is 'fake news,' defense expert says]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 7, 2017.
-A Senate resolution to block part of the deal failed on June 13, 2017:
-*Dinan, Stephen (June 13, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/13/senate-preserves-trump-arms-deal-saudi-arabia/ Senate preserves Trump arms deal with Saudi Arabia]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 13, 2017.
-*Carney, Jordain (June 13, 2017). [https://thehill.com/blogs/floor-action/senate/337614-senate-rejects-effort-to-block-saudi-arms-sale Senate rejects effort to block Saudi arms sale]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 13, 2017.</ref> American and Saudi businesses signed similar agreements on the same day, with billions of dollars to be invested in the U.S.<ref>Multiple references:
-*Rodriguez, Katherine (May 20, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/20/blackstone-saudi-arabia-announce-40-billion-investment-in-u-s-infrastructure/ Blackstone, Saudi Arabia Announce $40 Billion Investment in U.S. Infrastructure]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.
-*Shamseddine, Reem; Paul Katie (May 20, 2017). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-saudi-usa-trump-deals-idUSKCN18G05P U.S., Saudi firms sign tens of billions of dollars of deals as Trump visits]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.</ref> President Trump also gave a major speech<ref>Speech transcript:
-*[https://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2017/05/21/president-trumps-speech-arab-islamic-american-summit President Trump’s Speech to the Arab Islamic American Summit]. ''whitehouse.gov''. May 21, 2017. Retrieved July 13, 2017.
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/21/transcript-trumps-speech-at-arab-islamic-american-summit.html Transcript of Trump's speech at Arab Islamic American Summit]. ''Fox News''. May 21, 2017. Retrieved July 13, 2017.</ref> to leaders of 50 Islamic world leaders challenging them to fight Islamic terror.<ref>Multiple references:
-*Miller, S.A. (May 21, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/21/trump-urges-muslim-leaders-to-cut-off-islamic-terr/ In historic speech, Trump implores Muslim world to rip out Islamic extremism at its roots]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/21/trump-in-speech-to-muslim-leaders-calls-for-shutting-down-terror-funding.html Trump, in speech to Muslim leaders, calls for shutting down terror funding]. ''Fox News''. May 21, 2017. Retrieved May 21, 2017.
-*Spiering, Charlie (May 21, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/21/drive-them-out-donald-trump-challenges-muslims-to-take-on-terrorism/ ‘Drive Them Out!’ — Donald Trump Challenges Muslims to Take On Terrorism]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.</ref> Trump gave a blunt speech, stronger than Obama's,<ref>Multiple references:
-*Kassam, Raheem (May 21, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/21/kassam-from-cairo-to-riyadh-trump-urged-action-on-terror-where-obama-offered-islamic-apologism/ KASSAM: From Cairo to Riyadh, Trump Urged Action on Terror Where Obama Offered Islamic Apologism]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.
-*Pollak, Joel B. (May 21, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/21/trump-obama-muslim-islamic-terror-speech/ Trump, Unlike Obama, Addressed ‘Islamic Terror’ Directly]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.</ref> and he did not mention democracy or human rights, rather speaking about "good vs. evil," something his Islamic audience was more receptive to.<ref>[http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/draft-of-trumps-speech-to-muslim-leaders-calls-for-coalition-against-extremism-in-battle-between-good-and-evil/article/2623672 Draft of Trump's speech to Muslim leaders calls for coalition against extremism in 'battle between good and evil']. ''Washington Examiner'' (from the ''Associated Press''). May 19, 2017. Retrieved May 21, 2017.</ref> (despite this, Saudi Arabia and the [[United Arab Emirates]] agreed to donate $100 million to a women entrepreneurs fund proposed by [[Ivanka Trump]]<ref>Rodriguez, Katherine (May 21, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/21/report-saudi-arabia-uae-will-donate-100-million-ivanka-trump-proposed-women-entrepreneurs-fund/ Report: Saudi Arabia, UAE Will Donate $100M to Ivanka Trump-Proposed Women Entrepreneurs Fund]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 22, 2017.</ref>). The U.S. and Saudi Arabia strengthened counterterrorism ties by enacting joint sanctions on two "global terrorists,"<ref>Zahid, Noor; Jedinia, Mehdi (May 19, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/us-saudis-jointly-impose-sanctions-two-global-terrorists/3862482.html US, Saudis Jointly Impose Sanctions on Two 'Global Terrorists']. ''Voice of America''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.</ref> and Saudi Arabia opened a center to combat Islamic terrorism.<ref>Multiple references:
-*Siciliano, John (May 21, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-tours-saudi-counter-terrorism-complex/article/2623767 Trump tours Saudi counter-terrorism complex]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.
-*[https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-trump-gulf-centre-idUSKCN18G09P Saudi to open militant-monitoring center during Trump visit]. ''Reuters''. May 20, 2017. Retrieved May 21, 2017.</ref> (according to President Trump, the commitment to combating Islamic terrorism was already being seen when several Arab nations cut ties with Qatar due to its support of Islamic terrorism and Iran;<ref>Multiple references:
-*Siegel, Josh (June 6, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-takes-credit-for-gulf-countries-cutting-diplomatic-ties-with-qatar/article/2625054 Trump takes credit for Gulf countries cutting diplomatic ties with Qatar]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 6, 2017.
-*Persons, Sally (June 6, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/6/donald-trump-says-saudi-arabia-trip-already-paying/ Trump says Saudi Arabia trip ‘already paying off’]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 6, 2017.
-*Taylor, Guy; Boyer, Dave (June 7, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/7/donald-trump-offers-broker-meeting-isolated-qatari/ Trump offers to broker meeting with isolated Qatari leader and Gulf neighbors]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 7, 2017.
-However, some conflicting messages cam from the Trump Administration:
-*Muñoz, Carlo (June 9, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/9/rex-tillerson-calls-de-escalation-mideast-over-qat/ Trump defends decision to back Qatar isolation, as Tillerson calls for de-escalation]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 9, 2017.
-*McIntyre, Jamie; Gehrke, Joel (June 9, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/state-pentagon-issue-conflicting-statements-on-middle-east-rifts-impact-on-qatar-operations/article/2625495 State, Pentagon issue conflicting statements on Middle East rift's impact on Qatar operations]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 9, 2017.</ref> later, Saudi Arabia changed its royal succession plan, possibly in an attempt to please President Trump<ref>DeMarche, Edmund (June 21, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/21/saudi-arabia-rewrites-succession-plan-months-after-trump-meeting.html Saudi Arabia rewrites succession plan months after Trump meeting]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved June 21, 2017.</ref>).
 **May 22–23, 2017—The second country President Trump visited was [[Israel]], and his trip marked the first time a U.S. president visited the country on their first foreign trip.<ref>Klein, Aaron (May 22, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/jerusalem/2017/05/22/trump-arrives-israel-presidential-trip-holy-land/ Trump Arrives in Israel for Historic Presidential Trip to Holy Land]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 24, 2017.</ref> He visited the country on the 50th anniversary of the [[Six-Day War]] and Israel's capture of [[Jerusalem]].<ref>Garfinkel, Renee (May 22, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/22/trump-israel-amid-jerusalems-jubilee/ Dateline Israel: Trump amid Jerusalem’s jubilee]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 26, 2017.</ref> His flight from Saudi Arabia to Israel was one of the rare flights taken between the two countries and the first of a U.S. president to fly from the former to the latter.<ref>Multiple references:
 *Taylor, Adam (May 22, 2017). [https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/worldviews/wp/2017/05/22/why-trumps-flight-from-saudi-arabia-to-israel-is-such-a-big-deal/?utm_term=.8a2dae0e8177 Why Trump’s flight from Saudi Arabia to Israel is a big deal]. ''The Washington Post''. Retrieved May 24, 2017.
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/22/trumps-flight-from-saudi-arabia-to-israel-possibly-first-direct-flight-between-countries.html Trump's flight from Saudi Arabia to Israel possibly first direct flight between countries]. ''Fox News''. May 22, 2017. Retrieved May 24, 2017.</ref> A major suicide bombing occurred in the United Kingdom during the visit, and Trump denied recognition to the attacker<ref>Multiple references:
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/22/trumps-flight-from-saudi-arabia-to-israel-possibly-first-direct-flight-between-countries.html Trump's flight from Saudi Arabia to Israel possibly first direct flight between countries]. ''Fox News''. May 22, 2017. Retrieved May 24, 2017.</ref> A major suicide bombing occurred in the United Kingdom during the visit, and Trump denied recognition to the attacker<ref>Multiple references:
 *Deacon, Liam (May 24, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/london/2017/05/24/manchester-bomber-attended-jihadi-mosque-accused-funding-al-qaeda/ Manchester Bomber Attended ‘Jihadi’ Mosque Accused of Funding al-Qaeda]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 24, 2017.
 *Scarborough, Rowan (May 24, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/24/salman-abedi-visited-libya-an-isis-training-hotbed/ Manchester bomber recently visited Libya, a terrorist hotbed for jihadi training]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 24, 2017.
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/05/24/manchester-bomber-salman-abedis-father-was-part-al-qaeda-linked-group-ex-libyan-official-says.html Manchester bomber Salman Abedi's father and brothers arrested, linked to ISIS, Al Qaeda]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved May 24, 2017.</ref> and other Islamic terrorists by calling them "losers."<ref>Multiple references:
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/05/24/manchester-bomber-salman-abedis-father-was-part-al-qaeda-linked-group-ex-libyan-official-says.html Manchester bomber Salman Abedi's father and brothers arrested, linked to ISIS, Al Qaeda]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved May 24, 2017.</ref> and other Islamic terrorists by calling them "losers."<ref>Multiple references:
 *Boyer, Dave (May 23, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/23/donald-trump-condemns-evil-losers-manchester-terro/ Trump condemns ‘evil losers’ in Manchester terror attack as ISIS claims credit]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 24, 2017.
-*DeMarche, Edmund (May 23, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/23/manchester-terror-attack-trump-calls-attackers-evil-losers-in-life-offers-sympathy-for-victims.html Manchester terror attack: Trump calls attackers 'evil losers in life'; offers sympathy for victims]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved May 24, 2017.</ref> Although not moving the U.S. embassy to [[Jerusalem]] as hoped,<ref>Persons, Sally (May 24, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/24/mike-huckabee-disappointed-donald-trump-didnt-ment/ Huckabee disappointed Trump didn’t mention embassy move during Israel visit]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 24, 2017.</ref> President Trump became the first sitting U.S. President to visit the [[Western Wall]],<ref>Multiple references:
+*DeMarche, Edmund (May 23, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/23/manchester-terror-attack-trump-calls-attackers-evil-losers-in-life-offers-sympathy-for-victims.html Manchester terror attack: Trump calls attackers 'evil losers in life'; offers sympathy for victims]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved May 24, 2017.</ref> Although not moving the U.S. embassy to [[Jerusalem]] as hoped,<ref>Persons, Sally (May 24, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/24/mike-huckabee-disappointed-donald-trump-didnt-ment/ Huckabee disappointed Trump didn’t mention embassy move during Israel visit]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 24, 2017.</ref> President Trump became the first sitting U.S. President to visit the [[Western Wall]],<ref>Multiple references:
-*Pappas, Alex (May 22, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-becomes-the-first-sitting-us-president-to-visit-the-western-wall/article/2623785 Trump becomes the first sitting US president to visit the Western Wall]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved May 24, 2017.
+*Pappas, Alex (May 22, 2017). [https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-becomes-the-first-sitting-us-president-to-visit-the-western-wall/article/2623785 Trump becomes the first sitting US president to visit the Western Wall]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved May 24, 2017.
 *Boyer, Dave (May 22, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/22/trump-becomes-first-president-pray-western-wall/ Trump becomes first president to pray at Western Wall]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 24, 2017.
 *Fabian, Jordan (May 22, 2017). [https://thehill.com/policy/international/334522-trump-becomes-first-us-president-to-visit-western-wall Trump becomes first US president to visit Western Wall]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved May 24, 2017.</ref> and the Administration stated that the Trump was in "Jerusalem, Israel."<ref>Multiple references:
 *Kredo, Adam (May 22, 2017). [https://freebeacon.com/national-security/trump-admin-declares-jerusalem-part-israel-major-policy-shift/ Trump Admin Declares Jerusalem Part of Israel in Major Policy Shift]. ''The Washington Free Beacon''. Retrieved May 24, 2017.
-*[https://www.breitbart.com/jerusalem/2017/05/22/white-house-puts-jerusalem-israel-website/ White House Puts ‘Jerusalem, Israel’ on Website]. ''Breitbart News'' (from the ''Associated Press''). Retrieved May 24, 2017.</ref> President Trump did not mention anything about a Palestinian state, a two-state solution, or about Israeli settlements.<ref>Keinon, Herb (May 24, 2017). [http://www.jpost.com/Israel-News/Politics-And-Diplomacy/Trump-leaves-Israel-with-no-mention-of-Palestinian-state-settlements-or-embassy-493731 Trump Leaves Israel with No Mention of Palestinian State, Settlements or Embassy]. ''The Jerusalem Post''. Retrieved May 26, 2017.</ref> It was also reported that the U.S. increased defense funding for Israel by $75 million.<ref>Multiple references:
+*[https://www.breitbart.com/jerusalem/2017/05/22/white-house-puts-jerusalem-israel-website/ White House Puts ‘Jerusalem, Israel’ on Website]. ''Breitbart News'' (from the ''Associated Press''). Retrieved May 24, 2017.</ref> President Trump did not mention anything about a Palestinian state, a two-state solution, or about Israeli settlements.<ref>Keinon, Herb (May 24, 2017). [https://www.jpost.com/Israel-News/Politics-And-Diplomacy/Trump-leaves-Israel-with-no-mention-of-Palestinian-state-settlements-or-embassy-493731 Trump Leaves Israel with No Mention of Palestinian State, Settlements or Embassy]. ''The Jerusalem Post''. Retrieved May 26, 2017.</ref> It was also reported that the U.S. increased defense funding for Israel by $75 million.<ref>Multiple references:
-*Keinon, Herb (May 25, 2017). [http://www.jpost.com/Israel-News/Politics-And-Diplomacy/US-increases-military-aid-to-Israel-in-the-wake-of-Trumps-visit-493865 'US Increased Military Aid to Israel Ahead of Trump Visit']. ''The Jerusalem Post''. Retrieved May 25, 2017.
+*Keinon, Herb (May 25, 2017). [https://www.jpost.com/Israel-News/Politics-And-Diplomacy/US-increases-military-aid-to-Israel-in-the-wake-of-Trumps-visit-493865 'US Increased Military Aid to Israel Ahead of Trump Visit']. ''The Jerusalem Post''. Retrieved May 25, 2017.
 *[http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/230146 Netanyahu: Trump added $75 million in defense aid to Israel]. ''Arutz Sheva''. May 24, 2017. Retrieved May 25, 2017.</ref>
 **May 25, 2017—At the 2017 [[NATO]] summit, President Trump strongly stated his position that the other NATO member states should meet their expected contributions to the organization.<ref>Multiple references:
 *Boyer, Dave (May 25, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/25/donald-trump-blasts-nato-leaders-anti-terror-immig/ More funds expected to flow to NATO after Trump’s blunt rebuke to allied leaders]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 25, 2017.
-*De Lea, Brittany (May 25, 2017). [http://www.foxbusiness.com/politics/2017/05/25/trump-to-nato-unpaid-dues-unfair-to-u-s-taxpayers.html Trump to NATO: Unpaid dues unfair to U.S. taxpayers]. ''Fox Business''. Retrieved May 25, 2017.</ref>
+*De Lea, Brittany (May 25, 2017). [https://www.foxbusiness.com/politics/2017/05/25/trump-to-nato-unpaid-dues-unfair-to-u-s-taxpayers.html Trump to NATO: Unpaid dues unfair to U.S. taxpayers]. ''Fox Business''. Retrieved May 25, 2017.</ref>
 **May 26–27, 2017—At the 2017 [[G7]] conference, President Trump focused on [[terrorism]] rather than [[climate change]], as the other European leaders wished.<ref>Williams, Thomas D., PhD (May 26, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/26/at-g7-trump-diverts-agenda-away-from-climate-and-toward-islamist-terrorism/ At G7, Trump Diverts Agenda Away from Climate and Toward Islamist Terrorism]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 26, 2017.</ref> Much to the consternation of the G7 world leaders,<ref>Multiple references:
 *Vagnoni, Griselda; Irish, John (May 27, 2017). [http://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/trump-g7-summit-latest-climate-change-consensus-paris-agreement-angela-merkel-a7759231.html? G7 leaders blame US for failure to reach climate change agreement in unusually frank statement]. ''The Independent''. Retrieved May 27, 2017.
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 *Williams, Thomas D. PhD (May 27, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/27/president-trump-stands-up-to-g7-leaders-refuses-to-ratify-climate-agreement/ President Trump Stands Up to G7 Leaders, Refuses to Ratify Climate Agreement]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 27, 2017.
 *Boyer, Dave (May 26, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/26/trump-not-swayed-g7-leaders-paris-climate-deal/ Trump says he’ll make decision on climate-change agreement next week]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 27, 2017.
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/27/trump-declines-to-join-world-leaders-at-g-7-in-affirming-paris-climate-accord.html Trump declines to join world leaders at G-7 in affirming Paris climate accord]. ''Fox News''. May 27, 2017. Retrieved May 27, 2017.</ref> so he could still deliberate over whether to stay in it.<ref>[https://www.breitbart.com/news/trump-holds-off-climate-change-pact-will-make-decision-next-week/ Trump holds off climate change pact, will make decision ‘next week’]. ''Breitbart News''. May 27, 2017. Retrieved May 27, 2017.</ref> (Trump ultimately announced, on June 1, 2017, that the U.S. would leave the agreement and cease implementing it<ref>Multiple references:
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/27/trump-declines-to-join-world-leaders-at-g-7-in-affirming-paris-climate-accord.html Trump declines to join world leaders at G-7 in affirming Paris climate accord]. ''Fox News''. May 27, 2017. Retrieved May 27, 2017.</ref> so he could still deliberate over whether to stay in it.<ref>[https://www.breitbart.com/news/trump-holds-off-climate-change-pact-will-make-decision-next-week/ Trump holds off climate change pact, will make decision ‘next week’]. ''Breitbart News''. May 27, 2017. Retrieved May 27, 2017.</ref> (Trump ultimately announced, on June 1, 2017, that the U.S. would leave the agreement and cease implementing it<ref name="ParisAgreement"/>). President Trump was also reported as having refused to sign a declaration that stated the benefits as well as "pitfalls" of immigration.<ref>[https://www.breitbart.com/news/stormy-climate-at-g7-as-trump-goes-his-own-way/ Stormy climate at G7 as Trump goes his own way]. ''Breitbart News''. May 27, 2017. Retrieved May 27, 2017.</ref><ref>Lynch, Colum (May 25, 2017). [https://foreignpolicy.com/2017/05/25/trump-advisor-stephen-miller-blocked-g7-migration-proposal/ Trump Advisor Stephen Miller Blocked G-7 Migration Proposal]. ''Foreign Policy''. Retrieved May 29, 2017.</ref>
-*Chakraborty, Barnini (June 1, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/06/01/trump-u-s-to-withdraw-from-paris-climate-pact-calls-it-unfair-for-america.html Paris Agreement on climate change: US withdraws as Trump calls it 'unfair']. ''Fox News''. Retrieved June 1, 2017.
-*Moons, Michelle (June 1, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/06/01/trump-u-s-will-withdraw-from-paris-climate-accord/ Trump: U.S. Will Withdraw from Paris Climate Accord]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 1, 2017.
-*Easley, Jonathan (June 2, 2017). [https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/336014-trump-cements-america-first-doctrine-with-paris-withdrawal Trump cements 'America First' doctrine with Paris withdrawal]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 2, 2017.
-*Newman, Alex (June 1, 2017). [https://www.thenewamerican.com/tech/environment/item/26154-with-nod-to-sovereignty-trump-dumps-un-climate-regime With Nod to Sovereignty, Trump Dumps UN “Climate” Regime]. ''The New American''. Retrieved January 3, 2017.</ref>). President Trump was also reported as having refused to sign a declaration that stated the benefits as well as "pitfalls" of immigration.<ref>[https://www.breitbart.com/news/stormy-climate-at-g7-as-trump-goes-his-own-way/ Stormy climate at G7 as Trump goes his own way]. ''Breitbart News''. May 27, 2017. Retrieved May 27, 2017.</ref><ref>Lynch, Colum (May 25, 2017). [https://foreignpolicy.com/2017/05/25/trump-advisor-stephen-miller-blocked-g7-migration-proposal/ Trump Advisor Stephen Miller Blocked G-7 Migration Proposal]. ''Foreign Policy''. Retrieved May 29, 2017.</ref>
 **May 27, 2017—President Trump concluded his trip by speaking to U.S. soldiers,<ref>Multiple references:
 *Boyer, Dave (May 27, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/27/donald-trump-first-foreign-trip-home-run/ Trump calls his first international trip a ‘home run’ in speech at Naval Air Station Sigonella]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 27, 2017.
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/27/trump-touts-success-on-nato-terrorism-battle-thanks-troop-in-trip-ending-speech.html Trump touts success on NATO, terrorism battle, thanks troops in trip-ending speech]. ''Fox News''. May 27, 2017. Retrieved May 27, 2017.</ref> as opposed to holding a press conference.<ref name="TroopsPress Conference">Spiering, Charlie (May 27, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/27/trump-shuns-press-conference-celebrates-successful-foreign-trip-american-troops/ Donald Trump Shuns Press Conference, Celebrates Successful Foreign Trip with American Troops]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 27, 2017.</ref>
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/27/trump-touts-success-on-nato-terrorism-battle-thanks-troop-in-trip-ending-speech.html Trump touts success on NATO, terrorism battle, thanks troops in trip-ending speech]. ''Fox News''. May 27, 2017. Retrieved May 27, 2017.</ref> as opposed to holding a press conference.<ref name="TroopsPress Conference">Spiering, Charlie (May 27, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/27/trump-shuns-press-conference-celebrates-successful-foreign-trip-american-troops/ Donald Trump Shuns Press Conference, Celebrates Successful Foreign Trip with American Troops]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 27, 2017.</ref>
 [[File:President Trump's speech in Poland, July 2017.jpg|thumb|200px|President Trump giving his speech in Poland, July 2017.]]
 [[File:President Trump leading a bilateral meeting with Polish President Andrzej Duda, July 6, 2017.jpg|thumb|200px|President Trump holding a bilateral meeting with Polish President Andrzej Duda, July 2017.]]
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 *Easley, Jonathan; Fabian, Jordan (July 8, 2017). [https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/341109-5-takeaways-from-trumps-dramatic-weekend-with-world-leaders 5 takeaways from Trump's dramatic weekend with world leaders]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
 *Saunders, Debra J. (July 8, 2017). [https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/nation-and-world/g20-stage-trumps-warsaw-speech-highlight-divide-analysis/ G20 stage, Trump’s Warsaw speech highlight divide — ANALYSIS]. ''Las Vegas Review-Journal''. Retrieved July 10, 2017.
-*[http://www.oann.com/president-trump-returns-to-the-u-s-after-g20-summit/ President Trump Returns To The U.S. After G20 Summit]. ''One America News Network''. July 9, 2017. Retrieved July 10, 2017.
+*[https://www.oann.com/president-trump-returns-to-the-u-s-after-g20-summit/ President Trump Returns To The U.S. After G20 Summit]. ''One America News Network''. July 9, 2017. Retrieved July 10, 2017.
 *Korte, Gregory (July 9, 2017). [https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2017/07/09/g-20-minus-1-how-trump-changed-nature-american-leadership-global-summit/462743001/ G-20 minus 1: How Trump changed the nature of American leadership at global summit]. ''USA Today''. Retrieved July 10, 2017.
 *Crowley, Michael (July 8, 2017). [https://www.politico.com/story/2017/07/08/trump-nationalists-bannon-europe-g20-240325 Trump’s nationalists triumphant after Europe trip]. ''Politico''. Retrieved July 9, 2017.</ref><ref name="AFconcessions">[http://indianexpress.com/article/world/g-20-donald-trumps-america-first-policy-wins-concession-in-summit-4742060/ G-20: Donald Trump’s ‘America First’ policy wins concession in summit]. ''The Indian Express''. July 8, 2017. Retrieved July 10, 2017.</ref> He and is actions during the trip were also the target of liberal mainstream media bias.<ref>Multiple references:
-*Derespina, Cody (July 7, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/07/07/trump-defends-western-civilization-and-media-call-it-racist.html Trump defends Western civilization – and media call it racist]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved July 10, 2017.
+*Derespina, Cody (July 7, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/07/07/trump-defends-western-civilization-and-media-call-it-racist.html Trump defends Western civilization – and media call it racist]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved July 10, 2017.
 *Lord, Jeffrey (July 8, 2017). [https://www.newsbusters.org/blogs/nb/jeffrey-lord/2017/07/08/medias-trump-derangement-syndrome The Media’s Trump Derangement Syndrome]. ''News Busters''. Retrieved July 10, 2017.
 *Knight, Robert (July 9, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jul/9/donald-trump-poland-given-biased-media-coverage/ The real news from Poland]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved July 10, 2017.</ref><ref name="MSMbiasG20">Starr, Penny (July 9, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/07/09/left-wing-media-world-against-president-trump-at-g20-summit-climate-change/ Left-Wing Media: World Against President Trump at G20 Summit on Climate Change]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved July 10, 2017.</ref> Here are some highlights and achievements of the trip:
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 *Treene, Alayna (July 6, 2017). [https://www.axios.com/trump-reaffirms-u-s-support-for-three-seas-initiative-2454243263.html Trump reaffirms U.S. support for Three Seas Initiative]. ''Axios''. Retrieved July 9, 2017.
 Polish President Andrzej Duda announced the summit would be moved to Warsaw, rather than southwestern Poland, due to President Trump's visit:
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/06/13/trump-trip-to-poland-forces-3-seas-summit-change.html Trump trip to Poland forces 3 Seas summit change]. ''Fox News''. June 13, 2017. Retrieved July 9, 2017.</ref>
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/06/13/trump-trip-to-poland-forces-3-seas-summit-change.html Trump trip to Poland forces 3 Seas summit change]. ''Fox News''. June 13, 2017. Retrieved July 9, 2017.</ref>
 **On July 6, 2017, President Trump gave a major policy address<ref>Speech transcript:
 *[https://www.c-span.org/video/?430931-1/president-trump-calls-preserving-western-civilization-speech-poland President Trump Address at Krasinski Square]. ''C-SPAN''. July 6, 2017. Retrieved June 23, 2018.
 *[https://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2017/07/06/remarks-president-trump-people-poland-july-6-2017 Remarks by President Trump to the People of Poland | July 6, 2017]. ''whitehouse.gov''. July 6, 2017. Retrieved July 13, 2017.
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/07/06/trump-in-poland-transcript-warsaw-remarks.html Trump in Poland: Transcript of Warsaw remarks]. ''Fox News''. July 6, 2017. Retrieved July 13, 2017.</ref><ref name="BaronePoland">Barone, Michael (July 6, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trumps-remarkable-speech-in-poland/article/2627946 Trump's 'remarkable' speech in Poland]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved July 8, 2017.</ref><ref name="LeePoland">Lee, Tony (July 6, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/07/06/top-9-highlights-from-emerging-trump-doctrine/ Top 9 Highlights from Emerging Trump Doctrine: West Will ‘Never, Ever Be Broken’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved July 7, 2017.</ref> in front of 15,000 supporters<ref name="ReutersPoland2017">Sobczak, Pawel; Rampton, Roberta (July 6, 2017). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-poland-usa-trump-idUSKBN19R02Q Trump calls out Russia, cites efforts to subvert Western civilization]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved July 6, 2017.</ref><ref>Montgomery, Jack (July 6, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/london/2017/07/06/pictures-president-trump-receives-rapturous-welcome-in-poland/ PICTURES: President Trump’s Speech Receives Rapturous Reception in Poland]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved July 6, 2017.</ref> in front of the famous Warsaw Uprising Monument.<ref>[https://www.breitbart.com/news/trump-speech-takes-place-at-famed-warsaw-uprising-monument/ Trump speech takes place at famed Warsaw Uprising monument]. ''Breitbart News''. July 6, 2017. Retrieved July 6, 2017.</ref> He promoted conservative, Christian, America First, and nationalistic values in his speech.<ref name="BaronePoland"/><ref name="LeePoland"/><ref>Continetti, Matthew (July 6, 2017). [https://freebeacon.com/columns/president-trumps-remarkable-warsaw-speech/ President Trump’s Remarkable Warsaw Speech]. ''The Washington Free Beacon''. Retrieved July 10, 2017.</ref><ref name="Newman">Newman, Alex (July 7, 2017). [https://www.thenewamerican.com/world-news/europe/item/26423-in-poland-trump-defends-western-civilization-and-freedom In Poland, Trump Defends Western Civilization and Freedom]. ''The New American''. Retrieved July 10, 2017.</ref><ref>The mainstream media, such as ''The Washington Post'', described the speech as "starkly populist and nationalistic":
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/07/06/trump-in-poland-transcript-warsaw-remarks.html Trump in Poland: Transcript of Warsaw remarks]. ''Fox News''. July 6, 2017. Retrieved July 13, 2017.</ref><ref name="BaronePoland">Barone, Michael (July 6, 2017). [https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trumps-remarkable-speech-in-poland/article/2627946 Trump's 'remarkable' speech in Poland]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved July 8, 2017.</ref><ref name="LeePoland">Lee, Tony (July 6, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/07/06/top-9-highlights-from-emerging-trump-doctrine/ Top 9 Highlights from Emerging Trump Doctrine: West Will ‘Never, Ever Be Broken’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved July 7, 2017.</ref> in front of 15,000 supporters<ref name="ReutersPoland2017">Sobczak, Pawel; Rampton, Roberta (July 6, 2017). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-poland-usa-trump-idUSKBN19R02Q Trump calls out Russia, cites efforts to subvert Western civilization]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved July 6, 2017.</ref><ref>Montgomery, Jack (July 6, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/london/2017/07/06/pictures-president-trump-receives-rapturous-welcome-in-poland/ PICTURES: President Trump’s Speech Receives Rapturous Reception in Poland]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved July 6, 2017.</ref> in front of the famous Warsaw Uprising Monument.<ref>[https://www.breitbart.com/news/trump-speech-takes-place-at-famed-warsaw-uprising-monument/ Trump speech takes place at famed Warsaw Uprising monument]. ''Breitbart News''. July 6, 2017. Retrieved July 6, 2017.</ref> He promoted conservative, Christian, America First, and nationalistic values in his speech.<ref name="BaronePoland"/><ref name="LeePoland"/><ref>Continetti, Matthew (July 6, 2017). [https://freebeacon.com/columns/president-trumps-remarkable-warsaw-speech/ President Trump’s Remarkable Warsaw Speech]. ''The Washington Free Beacon''. Retrieved July 10, 2017.</ref><ref name="Newman">Newman, Alex (July 7, 2017). [https://www.thenewamerican.com/world-news/europe/item/26423-in-poland-trump-defends-western-civilization-and-freedom In Poland, Trump Defends Western Civilization and Freedom]. ''The New American''. Retrieved July 10, 2017.</ref><ref>The mainstream media, such as ''The Washington Post'', described the speech as "starkly populist and nationalistic":
 *Phillip, Abby; Wagner, John; Birnbaum (July 6, 2017). [https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/trumps-nationalist-warning-contrasts-with-european-leaders-optimism-at-g-20/2017/07/06/ecc2e4e6-6266-11e7-84a1-a26b75ad39fe_story.html?utm_term=.17438b6a417a Trump’s nationalist warning contrasts with European leaders’ optimism at G-20]. ''The Washington Post''. Retrieved July 8, 2017.</ref> Trump took a strong stance against terrorism in his speech, stating that "our borders will always be closed to terrorism and extremism of any kind."<ref name="VOAPoland">Ridgwell, Henry (July 6, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/poland-set-to-host-trump-first-major-public-speech-in-europe/3928818.html In Warsaw Speech, Trump Vows to Fight Terrorism, Back NATO Allies]. ''Voice of America''. Retrieved July 6, 2017.</ref> He strongly stood up for Western values<ref name="Newman"/><ref>Multiple references:
-*Singman, Brooke (July 6, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/07/06/trump-in-poland-vows-west-will-never-ever-be-broken.html Trump, in Poland, vows 'the West will never, ever be broken']. ''Fox News''. Retrieved July 6, 2017.
+*Singman, Brooke (July 6, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/07/06/trump-in-poland-vows-west-will-never-ever-be-broken.html Trump, in Poland, vows 'the West will never, ever be broken']. ''Fox News''. Retrieved July 6, 2017.
 *Shelbourne, Mallory; Swanson, Ian (July 6, 2017). [https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/340794-trump-in-poland-our-values-will-prevail Trump in Poland: ‘Our values will prevail’]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved July 6, 2017.
 *Nicholas, Peter (July 7, 2017). [http://www.theaustralian.com.au/news/world/donald-trump-says-west-must-defend-its-civilisation/news-story/3470b97cfa64f6c54be15945ab38e96f Donald Trump says West must defend its civilisation]. ''The Australian'' (from ''The Wall Street Journal''). Retrieved July 10, 2017.
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 Poland entered talks with Lockheed Martin for using the HIMARS artillery rocket system:
 *Carlson, Stephen (July 7, 2017). [https://www.upi.com/Poland-in-talks-with-Lockheed-for-inidigenous-HIMARS-rocket-system/2971499447706/ Poland in talks with Lockheed for inidigenous HIMARS rocket system]. ''UPI''. Retrieved July 11, 2017.</ref> While taking a reasonable stance regarding Russia,<ref>Multiple references:
-*Singman, Brooke (July 6, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/07/06/trump-chides-russia-ahead-putin-meeting-though-not-enough-for-dem-critics.html Trump chides Russia ahead of Putin meeting, though not enough for Dem critics]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved July 6, 2017.
+*Singman, Brooke (July 6, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/07/06/trump-chides-russia-ahead-putin-meeting-though-not-enough-for-dem-critics.html Trump chides Russia ahead of Putin meeting, though not enough for Dem critics]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved July 6, 2017.
 *Miller, S.A. (July 6, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jul/6/donald-trump-blames-russia-election-meddling-fault/ Trump in Europe slams Obama for doing nothing amid Russia election meddling]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved July 6, 2017.
-*Antle III, W. James (July 8, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/democrats-find-trumps-russia-rebuke-too-little-too-late/article/2628041 Democrats find Trump's Russia rebuke too little, too late]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved July 8, 2017.</ref> Trump criticized "destabilizing" Russian activities such as supporting hostile regimes.<ref name="WestwoodWE">Westwood, Sarah (July 6, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/in-sweeping-speech-trump-calls-out-russia-for-supporting-hostile-regimes/article/2627866 In sweeping speech, Trump calls out Russia for supporting 'hostile regimes']. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved July 6, 2017.</ref><ref name="WTPoland"/><ref>Ryun, Ned (July 12, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/07/12/president-trumps-calling-out-of-russia-the-furthest-thing-from-appeasement/ President Trump Calling out of Russia the Furthest Thing from Appeasement]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved July 12, 2017.</ref> Trump took a strong stance against government [[bureaucracy]] and regulations, warning against "the steady creep of government bureaucracy that drains the vitality and wealth of the people" and stating that "the West became great not because of paperwork and regulations but because people were allowed to chase their dreams and pursue their destinies....we put faith and family, not government and bureaucracy, at the center of our lives."<ref name="WestwoodWE"/><ref name="WTPoland"/><ref>Multiple references:
+*Antle III, W. James (July 8, 2017). [https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/democrats-find-trumps-russia-rebuke-too-little-too-late/article/2628041 Democrats find Trump's Russia rebuke too little, too late]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved July 8, 2017.</ref> Trump criticized "destabilizing" Russian activities such as supporting hostile regimes.<ref name="WestwoodWE">Westwood, Sarah (July 6, 2017). [https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/in-sweeping-speech-trump-calls-out-russia-for-supporting-hostile-regimes/article/2627866 In sweeping speech, Trump calls out Russia for supporting 'hostile regimes']. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved July 6, 2017.</ref><ref name="WTPoland"/><ref>Ryun, Ned (July 12, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/07/12/president-trumps-calling-out-of-russia-the-furthest-thing-from-appeasement/ President Trump Calling out of Russia the Furthest Thing from Appeasement]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved July 12, 2017.</ref> Trump took a strong stance against government [[bureaucracy]] and regulations, warning against "the steady creep of government bureaucracy that drains the vitality and wealth of the people" and stating that "the West became great not because of paperwork and regulations but because people were allowed to chase their dreams and pursue their destinies....we put faith and family, not government and bureaucracy, at the center of our lives."<ref name="WestwoodWE"/><ref name="WTPoland"/><ref>Multiple references:
-*Martosko, David (July 6, 2017). [http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-4670462/Trump-opens-second-visit-Europe-Poland.html Trump warns Poles against the 'steady creep of government bureaucracy' as he throws shade at Angela Merkel before jetting off to Germany]. ''Daily Mail''. Retrieved July 7, 2017.
+*Martosko, David (July 6, 2017). [https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-4670462/Trump-opens-second-visit-Europe-Poland.html Trump warns Poles against the 'steady creep of government bureaucracy' as he throws shade at Angela Merkel before jetting off to Germany]. ''Daily Mail''. Retrieved July 7, 2017.
 *Jones, Susan (July 6, 2017). [https://www.cnsnews.com/news/article/susan-jones/trump-if-we-do-not-have-strong-families-and-strong-values-we-will-not Trump: ‘If We Do Not Have Strong Families and Strong Values…We Will Not Survive’]. ''CNS News''. Retrieved July 7, 2017.</ref> Trump defended Christian and Roman Catholic faith, stating that "the people of Poland, the people of America, and the people of Europe still cry out ‘We want God’."<ref>Wishon, Jennifer (July 6, 2017). [https://www1.cbn.com/cbnnews/world/2017/july/we-want-god-president-trump-defends-faith-family-freedom-in-poland-speech 'We Want God': President Trump Defends Faith, Family, Freedom in Poland Speech]. ''CBN News''. Retrieved July 8, 2017.</ref><ref>Williams, Thomas D. (July 8, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/07/08/trump-praises-saint-john-paul-ii-great-hero-poland/ President Trump Praises Saint John Paul II as ‘Great Hero’ of Poland]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved July 8, 2017.</ref> According to numerous conservative commentators, President Trump's speech marked a "clean break" with Obama's foreign policy philosophy, replacing them with his [[America First]] doctrine,<ref>Multiple references:
 *Pollak, Joel B. (July 7, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/07/07/blue-state-blues-trumps-liberal-nationalism-vs-obamas-socialist-internationalism/ Blue State Blues: Trump’s Liberal Nationalism vs. Obama’s Socialist Internationalism]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved July 7, 2017.
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 **July 7–8, 2017—Going into the [[G-20]] summit, President Trump displayed strong support for his [[America First]] philosophy and criticized the [[Paris climate agreement]].<ref>Multiple references:
 *Hanchett, Ian (July 8, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/video/2017/07/08/trump-era-of-economic-surrender-is-over/ Trump: ‘Era of Economic Surrender Is Over’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved July 9, 2017.
-*Quinn, Melissa (July 7, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-reiterates-commitment-to-america-first-in-weekly-address/article/2628016 Trump reiterates commitment to 'America first' in weekly address]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
+*Quinn, Melissa (July 7, 2017). [https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-reiterates-commitment-to-america-first-in-weekly-address/article/2628016 Trump reiterates commitment to 'America first' in weekly address]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
 *Greenwood, Max (July 7, 2017). [https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/340986-in-weekly-address-trump-touts-america-first-as-he-meets-world-leaders Trump touts 'America first' agenda in weekly address as he meets world leaders]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved July 8, 2017.</ref> At the summit,<ref>Multiple references:
 *Ramirez, Luis (July 8, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/world-leaders-talks-g-20-summit/3933742.html Trump Makes News at G-20 Summit With Climate Change Stance, Putin Meeting]. ''Voice of America''. Retrieved July 9, 2017.
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 *Moons, Michelle (July 7, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/07/07/trump-g20-mexican-president-mexico-absolutely-paying-border-wall/ Trump at G20 with Mexican President: Mexico ‘Absolutely’ Paying for Border Wall]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved July 8, 2017.</ref> most notably Russian President [[Vladimir Putin]].<ref>Multiple references:
 *Miller, S.A. (July 7, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jul/7/donald-trump-vladimir-putin-face-g-20-very-very-go/ Trump, Putin face-off at G-20 in Germany: ‘Very, very good talks’]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/07/07/trump-presses-putin-on-syria-us-election-meddling-in-first-meeting.html Trump presses Putin on Syria, US election meddling in first meeting]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/07/07/trump-presses-putin-on-syria-us-election-meddling-in-first-meeting.html Trump presses Putin on Syria, US election meddling in first meeting]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
 *Moons, Michelle (July 7, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/07/07/donald-trump-meets-with-vladimir-putin-after-press-conference/ Donald Trump Meets with Vladimir Putin After Press Conference]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
 *Miller, S.A.; Persons, Sally (July 7, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jul/7/donald-trump-dives-election-hacking-issue-putin-ve/ Trump dives into election hacking issue with Putin: ‘Very robust and lengthy exchange’]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/07/07/trump-putin-meet-for-first-time-heres-what-discussed.html Trump, Putin meet for the first time: Here's what they discussed]. ''Fox News''. July 7, 2017. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/07/07/trump-putin-meet-for-first-time-heres-what-discussed.html Trump, Putin meet for the first time: Here's what they discussed]. ''Fox News''. July 7, 2017. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
 Although scheduled for 30 minutes, the meeting lasted over two hours:
 *Greenwood, Max (July 7, 2017). [https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/340996-trump-meeting-with-putin-lasted-over-two-hours Trump-Putin meeting, scheduled for 30 minutes, lasted over two hours]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved July 8, 2017.</ref> After Trump's meeting with Putin, both countries announced a ceasefire in [[Syrian War|Syria's war]].<ref>Multiple references:
 *Hayward, John (July 7, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/07/07/u-s-russia-announce-ceasefire-syria-trump-putin-meeting/ U.S. and Russia Announce Ceasefire for Syria After Trump-Putin Meeting]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
-*Lederman, Josh; Salama, Vivian; Thomas, Ken (July 7, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/07/07/ap-sources-us-russia-reach-deal-on-syria-ceasefire.html US, Russia announce Syria cease-fire after Trump-Putin talks]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
+*Lederman, Josh; Salama, Vivian; Thomas, Ken (July 7, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/07/07/ap-sources-us-russia-reach-deal-on-syria-ceasefire.html US, Russia announce Syria cease-fire after Trump-Putin talks]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
 *Miller, S.A. (July 8, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jul/7/us-russia-broker-cease-fire-syria-report/ U.S., Russia broker cease-fire in Syria: Report]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved July 8, 2017.
 *Xenakis, John J. (July 11, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/07/11/11-jul-17-world-view-with-ceasefire-american-forces-become-more-deeply-involved-in-syria-civil-war/ World View: With Ceasefire, American Forces Become More Deeply Involved in Syria’s Civil War]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved July 11, 2017.
 The ceasefire went into effect on July 9:
 *[https://www.voanews.com/a/cease-fire-in-southern-syria-goes-into-effect/3934553.html U.S.-Russian Cease-fire Deal Holding in Southwest Syria]. ''Voice of America''. July 9, 2017. Retrieved July 9, 2017.
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/07/09/syria-cease-fire-goes-into-effect-in-southern-part-country.html Syria cease-fire goes into effect in southern part of country]. ''Fox News''. July 9, 2017. Retrieved July 9, 2017.</ref> In the final G-20 common statement, the Trump Administration, which was ideologically opposed by the other G-20 nations, successfully received concessions from them in regards to climate policy, with the statement acknowledging the U.S.'s intention to withdraw from the Paris agreement and including language on the nation's intention to promote clean [[fossil fuels]] internationally,<ref name="AFconcessions"/><ref>Multiple references:
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/07/09/syria-cease-fire-goes-into-effect-in-southern-part-country.html Syria cease-fire goes into effect in southern part of country]. ''Fox News''. July 9, 2017. Retrieved July 9, 2017.</ref> In the final G-20 common statement, the Trump Administration, which was ideologically opposed by the other G-20 nations, successfully received concessions from them in regards to climate policy, with the statement acknowledging the U.S.'s intention to withdraw from the Paris agreement and including language on the nation's intention to promote clean [[fossil fuels]] internationally,<ref name="AFconcessions"/><ref>Multiple references:
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/07/08/g-20-summit-trump-blocked-out-on-paris-climate-accord-as-19-members-reaffirm.html G-20 summit: Trump blocked out on Paris climate accord as 19 members reaffirm]. ''Fox News''. July 8, 2017. Retrieved July 9, 2017.
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/07/08/g-20-summit-trump-blocked-out-on-paris-climate-accord-as-19-members-reaffirm.html G-20 summit: Trump blocked out on Paris climate accord as 19 members reaffirm]. ''Fox News''. July 8, 2017. Retrieved July 9, 2017.
 *[https://www.breitbart.com/london/2017/07/09/g20-agree-free-trade-disagree-paris-climate-deal/ G20: Leaders Agree on Free Trade, Disagree on Climate Deal, Migrant Crisis]. ''Breitbart News''. July 9, 2017. Retrieved July 9, 2017.
-*King, Robert (July 8, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/g-20-countries-sans-the-us-recommit-to-paris-climate-accords/article/2628080 G-20 countries, sans the US, recommit to Paris climate accords]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved July 9, 2017.
+*King, Robert (July 8, 2017). [https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/g-20-countries-sans-the-us-recommit-to-paris-climate-accords/article/2628080 G-20 countries, sans the US, recommit to Paris climate accords]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved July 9, 2017.
 *Byas, Steve (July 10, 2017). [https://www.thenewamerican.com/world-news/europe/item/26438-trump-resists-globalization-at-g-20-summit Trump Resists Globalization at G-20 Summit]. ''The New American''. Retrieved July 16, 2017.
 Angela Merkel, the host of the 2017 G-20 summit, earlier stated her intention to weaken the group's climate statement in order to appease President Trump:
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 *Peker, Emre; Horobin, William (July 9, 2017). [http://www.theaustralian.com.au/news/world/g20-2017-leaders-compromise-on-trade-split-on-climate/news-story/0c7cdf9eb8a4f566f78590c60839b563 G20 2017: Leaders compromise on trade, split on climate]. ''The Australian''. Retrieved July 9, 2017.
 *Delcker, Janosch; Herszenhorn, David M. (July 8, 2017). [https://www.politico.eu/article/g20-summit-in-hamburg-concludes-with-compromise-on-trade-and-dissent-on-climate/ Angela Merkel steers G20 leaders to compromise on trade]. ''Politico''. Retrieved July 9, 2017.</ref> (The Trump Administration stated it achieved many of its goals in the statement<ref>Boyer, Dave (July 10, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jul/10/donald-trump-achieved-g20-summit-goals-white-house/ Trump achieved goals in G-20 summit, White House official says]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved July 11, 2017.</ref>). Despite mainstream media bias that the U.S. "abandoned" or "left" its position of leadership,<ref name="MSMbiasG20"/> the U.S. actually strengthened its position of leadership by pushing his conservative, America First agenda rather than following the consensus of the other G-20 countries.<ref>Multiple references:
-*York, Bryan (July 10, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/byron-york-for-trump-critics-to-follow-is-to-lead/article/2628158 Byron York: For Trump critics, to follow is to lead]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved July 10, 2017.
+*York, Bryan (July 10, 2017). [https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/byron-york-for-trump-critics-to-follow-is-to-lead/article/2628158 Byron York: For Trump critics, to follow is to lead]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved July 10, 2017.
 *Czinkota, Michael (July 9, 2017). [https://thehill.com/blogs/pundits-blog/the-administration/341171-thanks-to-trump-america-leads-on-the-world-stage-once Thanks to Trump, America shows true leadership on the world stage]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved July 9, 2017.</ref> Although symbolic, President Trump wore an [[Flag of the United States of America|American flag]] pin, being the only world leader not to wear the G20 pin which had [[Globalism|globalist]] symbolism.<ref>Multiple references:
-*Wilkinson, James (July 8, 2017). [http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-4678384/Trump-wears-American-flag-instead-G20-pin-summit.html Trump goes his own way: The president wears an American Flag pin instead of a G20 logo like other world leaders]. ''Daily Mail''. Retrieved August 7, 2017.
+*Wilkinson, James (July 8, 2017). [https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-4678384/Trump-wears-American-flag-instead-G20-pin-summit.html Trump goes his own way: The president wears an American Flag pin instead of a G20 logo like other world leaders]. ''Daily Mail''. Retrieved August 7, 2017.
 *Jalsevac, Steve (July 17, 2017). [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/trump-has-saved-entire-world-from-devastations-of-globalist-paris-climate-a Trump has saved many nations from evils of globalist Paris Climate Agreement]. ''LifeSiteNews''. Retrieved August 7, 2017.
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 *July 11, 2017—In an attempt to solve a diplomatic crisis between [[Qatar]] and several other [[Persian Gulf]] nations, the U.S. and Qatar signed an agreement for Qatar to increase its counterterrorism measures and to end funding for terrorist groups.<ref>Multiple references:
 *Saine, Cincy (July 11, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/tillerson-signs-pact-with-qatar-to-curb-terrorism-financing/3937950.html Tillerson Signs Pact with Qatar to Curb Terrorism Financing]. ''Voice of America''. Retrieved July 11, 2017.
-*Schreck, Adam; Hyde, Maggie (July 11, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/07/11/top-us-diplomat-heads-to-qatar-hoping-to-help-end-gulf-rift.html US inks anti-terror deal with Qatar in press to end dispute]. ''Fox News'' (from the ''Associated Press''). Retrieved July 11, 2017.
+*Schreck, Adam; Hyde, Maggie (July 11, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/07/11/top-us-diplomat-heads-to-qatar-hoping-to-help-end-gulf-rift.html US inks anti-terror deal with Qatar in press to end dispute]. ''Fox News'' (from the ''Associated Press''). Retrieved July 11, 2017.
 *Rebecca, Kheel (July 11, 2017). [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/341466-us-qatar-sign-counterterrorism-agreement-amid-diplomatic-crisis US, Qatar agree to counterterrorism plan amid diplomatic crisis]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved July 11, 2017.
 *Finn, Tom (July 10, 2017). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-gulf-qatar-kuwait-idUSKBN19V2RV U.S., Qatar sign agreement on combating terrorism financing]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved July 11, 2017.
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 *Mora, Edwin (January 17, 2018). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2018/01/17/trump-thanks-qatar-taking-action-counter-terrorism-extremism-all-forms/ Trump ‘Thanks’ Qatar for Taking ‘Action to Counter Terrorism and Extremism in All Forms’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved January 22, 2018.</ref>
 *Despite trying to work with China over North Korea,<ref>Multiple references:
-*Connor, Neil (April 17, 2017). [http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2017/04/17/donald-trump-says-china-working-us-north-korea/ Donald Trump says China is working with the US over North Korea]. ''The Telegraph''. Retrieved July 13, 2017.
+*Connor, Neil (April 17, 2017). [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2017/04/17/donald-trump-says-china-working-us-north-korea/ Donald Trump says China is working with the US over North Korea]. ''The Telegraph''. Retrieved July 13, 2017.
-*Gaydos, Ryan (July 13, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/12/chinas-xi-tells-trump-wants-peaceful-solution-to-north-korea.html China's Xi tells Trump he wants peaceful solution to North Korea]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved July 13, 2017.
+*Gaydos, Ryan (July 13, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/12/chinas-xi-tells-trump-wants-peaceful-solution-to-north-korea.html China's Xi tells Trump he wants peaceful solution to North Korea]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved July 13, 2017.
 On July 5, 2017, President Trump signaled that he was finished working with China:
 *Wong, Kristina (July 5, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/07/05/trump-so-much-china-working-us-north-korea/ Trump: ‘So Much for China Working with Us’ on North Korea]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved July 13, 2017.
-*Derespina, Cody (July 5, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/07/05/after-north-korea-missile-test-trump-tweets-so-much-for-china-working-with-us.html After North Korea missile test, Trump tweets: 'So much for China working with us']. ''Fox News''. Retrieved July 13, 2017.</ref> the Trump Administration took numerous steps to counter and confront the nation.<ref>Multiple references:
+*Derespina, Cody (July 5, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/07/05/after-north-korea-missile-test-trump-tweets-so-much-for-china-working-with-us.html After North Korea missile test, Trump tweets: 'So much for China working with us']. ''Fox News''. Retrieved July 13, 2017.</ref> the Trump Administration took numerous steps to counter and confront the nation.<ref>Multiple references:
 *Starr, Penny (July 11, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/07/11/6-ways-trump-administration-putting-strong-china-policy-place/ 6 Ways Trump Admin Is Confronting an Increasingly Belligerent China]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved July 13, 2017.
 *Wong, Kristina (July 19, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/07/19/winning-five-pentagon-successes-under-president-trump/ WINNING: Five Pentagon Successes Under President Trump]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved July 20, 2017.</ref> The Trump Administration's national security strategy also took a tough stance on China,<ref>Multiple references:
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 *Walcott, John (July 19, 2017). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-mideast-crisis-usa-syria-idUSKBN1A42KC Trump ends CIA arms support for anti-Assad Syria rebels: U.S. officials]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved July 20, 2017.
 *Sanger, David E.; Schmitt, Eric; Hubbard, Ben (July 19, 2017). [https://www.nytimes.com/2017/07/19/world/middleeast/cia-arming-syrian-rebels.html Trump Ends Covert Aid to Syrian Rebels Trying to Topple Assad]. ''The New York Times''. Retrieved May 19, 2018.
-*[http://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-40667229 Syria war: Trump 'ends CIA arms programme for rebels']. ''BBC''. July 20, 2017. Retrieved July 20, 2017.
+*[https://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-40667229 Syria war: Trump 'ends CIA arms programme for rebels']. ''BBC''. July 20, 2017. Retrieved July 20, 2017.
 See also:
 *Johnson, Natalie (December 20, 2017). [https://freebeacon.com/national-security/report-arms-supplied-u-s-syrian-rebels-often-fell-hands-isis/ Report: Arms Supplied by the U.S. to Syrian Rebels Often Fell into the Hands of ISIS]. ''The Washington Free Beacon''. Retrieved December 26, 2017.
-*McKay, Hollie (May 15, 2018). [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2018/05/15/gave-us-trucks-and-ammunition-to-al-qaeda-chaotic-us-effort-to-arm-syrian-rebels.html 'I gave the US trucks and ammunition to Al Qaeda': The chaotic US effort to arm Syrian rebels]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved July 23, 2018.</ref> As it ended this program, President Trump also approved a plan to arm the Kurdish YPG in order to defeat ISIS, a program that saw real results based on the [[Syrian Democratic Forces]] victories against the Islamic terrorist group later that year.<ref>Multiple references:
+*McKay, Hollie (May 15, 2018). [https://www.foxnews.com/world/2018/05/15/gave-us-trucks-and-ammunition-to-al-qaeda-chaotic-us-effort-to-arm-syrian-rebels.html 'I gave the US trucks and ammunition to Al Qaeda': The chaotic US effort to arm Syrian rebels]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved July 23, 2018.</ref> As it ended this program, President Trump also approved a plan to arm the Kurdish YPG in order to defeat ISIS, a program that saw real results based on the [[Syrian Democratic Forces]] victories against the Islamic terrorist group later that year.<ref>Multiple references:
 *Nissenbaum, Dion; Lubold, Gordon; Barnes, Julian E. (May 9, 2017). [https://www.wsj.com/articles/trump-approves-direct-arming-of-kurds-in-fight-against-isis-1494353541 Trump Set to Arm Kurds in ISIS Fight, Angering Turkey]. ''The Wall Street Journal''. Retrieved July 23, 2018.
 *Hayward, John (May 9, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/05/09/trump-defies-turkey-approves-heavy-weapons-syrian-kurds/ Trump Defies Turkey, Approves Heavy Weapons for Syrian Kurds]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved July 23, 2018.
 *Huff, Zach D. (May 10, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/05/10/on-trumps-signal-kurds-resume-raqqa-push/ Trump Support for Syrian Kurds Recharges Plan to Liberate Islamic State ‘Capital’ Raqqa]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved July 23, 2018.
-*Tomlinson, Lucas (May 9, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/09/pentagon-announces-plan-to-arm-kurds-in-syria-over-turkish-objections.html Pentagon announces plan to arm Kurds in Syria, over Turkish objections]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved July 23, 2018.
+*Tomlinson, Lucas (May 9, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/09/pentagon-announces-plan-to-arm-kurds-in-syria-over-turkish-objections.html Pentagon announces plan to arm Kurds in Syria, over Turkish objections]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved July 23, 2018.
 *Gordon, Michael R.; Schmitt, Eric (May 9, 2017). [https://www.nytimes.com/2017/05/09/us/politics/trump-kurds-syria-army.html Trump to Arm Syrian Kurds, Even as Turkey Strongly Objects]. ''The New York Times''. Retrieved July 23, 2018.
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/30/us-begins-arming-syrian-kurds-in-effort-to-retake-isis-stronghold.html US begins arming Syrian Kurds in effort to retake ISIS stronghold]. ''Fox News''. May 30, 2017. Retrieved July 23, 2018.
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/30/us-begins-arming-syrian-kurds-in-effort-to-retake-isis-stronghold.html US begins arming Syrian Kurds in effort to retake ISIS stronghold]. ''Fox News''. May 30, 2017. Retrieved July 23, 2018.
 See also:
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/10/17/timeline-events-in-syrian-city-raqqa-once-is-capital.html Timeline of events in Syrian city of Raqqa, once IS capital]. ''Fox News'' (from the ''Associated Press''). October 17, 2017. Retrieved July 23, 2018.</ref>
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/10/17/timeline-events-in-syrian-city-raqqa-once-is-capital.html Timeline of events in Syrian city of Raqqa, once IS capital]. ''Fox News'' (from the ''Associated Press''). October 17, 2017. Retrieved July 23, 2018.</ref>
 *August 21, 2017—While many nationalist conservatives noted the how President Trump's plan for conducting the War in Afghanistan went against his [[America First]] campaign positions and being similar to Obama's plan,<ref>Multiple references:
 *Shaw, Adam (August 21, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/08/21/trumps-america-first-base-unhappy-with-flip-flop-afghanistan-speech/ Trump’s ‘America First’ Base Unhappy with Flip-Flop Afghanistan Speech]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved August 23, 2017.
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 *Herman, Steve (August 22, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/trump-announces-afghanistan-plan-/3994892.html Trump Unveils ‘Path Forward’ on Afghanistan]. ''Voice of America''. Retrieved August 23, 2017.</ref> President Trump, unlike Obama, chose to pursue a [[realist]] foreign policy, rejecting timetables for the war and choosing to focus on killing terrorists while rejecting "nation building."<ref>Multiple references:
 *Wong, Kristina (August 21, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/08/21/trump-debuts-afghanistan-strategy-we-are-not-nation-building-again-we-are-killing-terrorists/ Trump Debuts Afghanistan Strategy: ‘We Are Not Nation-Building Again, We Are Killing Terrorists’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved August 23, 2017.
-*Singman, Brooke (August 21, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/08/21/afghanistan-speech-trump-rejects-timetables-ups-pressure-on-pakistan-refocuses-on-killing-terrorists.html Afghanistan speech: Trump rejects ‘timetables,’ ups pressure on Pakistan, refocuses on ‘killing terrorists’]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved August 23, 2017.
+*Singman, Brooke (August 21, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/08/21/afghanistan-speech-trump-rejects-timetables-ups-pressure-on-pakistan-refocuses-on-killing-terrorists.html Afghanistan speech: Trump rejects ‘timetables,’ ups pressure on Pakistan, refocuses on ‘killing terrorists’]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved August 23, 2017.
 *[https://www.newsmax.com/Politics/trump-doctrine-afghanistan-strategy-us-donald-trump/2017/08/23/id/809354/https://www.newsmax.com/Politics/trump-doctrine-afghanistan-strategy-us-donald-trump/2017/08/23/id/809354/ New Afghanistan Plan Could Offer Clues to 'Trump Doctrine']. ''Newsmax'' (from the Associated Press''). August 23, 2017. Retrieved August 23, 2017.
-*Murphy, Mike (August 21, 2017). [http://www.marketwatch.com/story/trump-expected-to-announce-increase-in-us-troops-in-afghanistan-2017-08-21 Trump steps up fight against Taliban, declares end to nation-building]. ''MarketWatch''. Retrieved August 23, 2017.</ref>
+*Murphy, Mike (August 21, 2017). [https://www.marketwatch.com/story/trump-expected-to-announce-increase-in-us-troops-in-afghanistan-2017-08-21 Trump steps up fight against Taliban, declares end to nation-building]. ''MarketWatch''. Retrieved August 23, 2017.</ref>
 *November 5–14, 2017—President Trump traveled to [[Japan]], [[South Korea]], [[China]], [[Vietnam]], and the [[Philippines]]. He emphasized his America First philosophy during and after this trip.<ref>Multiple references:
 *Miller, S.A. (November 15, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/nov/15/trump-declares-asia-trip-roaring-success/ Trump declares Asia trip a roaring success: ‘America is back’]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved November 17, 2017.
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 *Spiering, Charlie (November 8, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/11/08/donald-trump-doesnt-bow-japanese-emperor-contrast-barack-obama/ Donald Trump Doesn’t Bow to Japanese Emperor In Contrast with Barack Obama]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved November 13, 2017.
 *[https://www.reuters.com/article/us-trump-asia-japan-emperor/trump-greets-japanese-emperor-with-a-handshake-and-nod-but-no-bow-idUSKBN1D60CG Trump greets Japanese emperor with a handshake and nod - but no bow]. ''Reuters''. November 5, 2017. Retrieved November 13, 2017.
-*Chan, Tara Francis (November 6, 2017). [http://www.businessinsider.com/trump-bow-japan-emperor-meeting-asia-trip-2017-2017-11 Breaking with tradition, Trump did not bow to Japan's emperor — he nodded his head instead]. ''Business Insider''. Retrieved November 13, 2017.
+*Chan, Tara Francis (November 6, 2017). [https://www.businessinsider.com/trump-bow-japan-emperor-meeting-asia-trip-2017-2017-11 Breaking with tradition, Trump did not bow to Japan's emperor — he nodded his head instead]. ''Business Insider''. Retrieved November 13, 2017.
 *Curl, Joseph (November 6, 2017). [http://www.dailywire.com/news/23201/america-first-trump-doesnt-bow-japanese-emperor-joseph-curl AMERICA FIRST: Trump Doesn't Bow To Japanese Emperor]. ''The Daily Wire''. Retrieved November 13, 2017.</ref>
 **November 9, 2017—President Trump stated that he did not blame China for understandably taking advantage of the U.S. in helping create America's massive trade deficit with China, as U.S. leaders should not have allowed themselves to have been taken advantage of in the first place.<ref>Multiple references:
 *Spiering, Charlie (November 9, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/11/09/donald-trump-i-blame-previous-presidents-for-massive-trade-deficit-not-china/ Donald Trump: I Blame Previous Presidents for Massive Trade Deficit, Not China]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved November 17, 2017.
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/11/09/trump-says-us-trade-with-china-has-not-been-fair-urges-country-to-squeeze-north-korea.html Trump says US trade with China has not been fair, urges country to squeeze North Korea]. ''Fox News''. November 9, 2017. Retrieved November 17, 2017.
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/11/09/trump-says-us-trade-with-china-has-not-been-fair-urges-country-to-squeeze-north-korea.html Trump says US trade with China has not been fair, urges country to squeeze North Korea]. ''Fox News''. November 9, 2017. Retrieved November 17, 2017.
 *Lawler, Dave (November 9, 2017). [https://www.axios.com/trump-to-chinese-leaders-i-dont-blame-you-for-taking-advantage-of-us-2508033176.html Trump to Chinese leaders: I don't blame you for taking advantage of us]. ''Axios''. Retrieved November 17, 2017.</ref>
 **November 10, 2017—In [[Vietnam]], President Trump spoke at the [[APEC]] summit being held there. He voiced strong support for tough, America First trade policies as well as for national sovereignty in general, and he criticized unfair trade practices, previous U.S. trade policy, and the [[World Trade Organization]].<ref>Multiple references:
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/11/10/trump-talks-tough-on-trade-reaffirms-america-first-policy-at-asia-summit.html Trump talks tough on trade, reaffirms 'America first' policy at Asia summit]. ''Fox News''. November 10, 2017. Retrieved November 13, 2017.
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/11/10/trump-talks-tough-on-trade-reaffirms-america-first-policy-at-asia-summit.html Trump talks tough on trade, reaffirms 'America first' policy at Asia summit]. ''Fox News''. November 10, 2017. Retrieved November 13, 2017.
 *Spiering, Charlie (November 13, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/11/10/donald-trump-challenges-china-and-world-trade-organization-in-apec-speech/ Donald Trump Challenges China and World Trade Organization in APEC Speech]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved November 13, 2017.
 *Newman, Alex (November 14, 2017). [https://www.thenewamerican.com/economy/economics/item/27369-in-asia-trump-slams-trade-deals-that-surrender-sovereignty In Asia, Trump Slams “Trade” Deals that “Surrender Sovereignty”]. ''The New American''. Retrieved November 25, 2017.
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 *Davis, Julie Hirschfeld; Landler, Mark (November 10, 2017). [https://www.nytimes.com/2017/11/10/world/asia/trump-apec-asia-trade.html Trump Pitches 'America First' Trade Policy at Asia-Pacific Gathering]. ''The New York Times''. Retrieved November 13, 2017.</ref>
 *December 6, 2017—In a historic move that went against the international global [[establishment]],<ref>Multiple references:
-*Lee, Matthew (December 6, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/us/2017/12/06/amid-warnings-trump-forges-ahead-on-jerusalem-as-capital.html Trump flouts warnings, declares Jerusalem Israel's capital]. ''Fox News'' (from the ''Associated Press''). Retrieved December 6, 2017.
+*Lee, Matthew (December 6, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/us/2017/12/06/amid-warnings-trump-forges-ahead-on-jerusalem-as-capital.html Trump flouts warnings, declares Jerusalem Israel's capital]. ''Fox News'' (from the ''Associated Press''). Retrieved December 6, 2017.
 *Williams, Thomas D. (December 6, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/jerusalem/2017/12/05/european-leaders-join-arabs-and-muslims-in-opposing-u-s-embassy-move-to-jerusalem/ European Leaders Join Arabs and Muslims in Opposing U.S. Embassy Move to Jerusalem]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
 *Heinrich, Mark (December 6, 2017). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-trump-israel-jerusalem-reaction/arabs-europe-u-n-reject-trumps-recognition-of-jerusalem-as-israeli-capital-idUSKBN1E0312 Arabs, Europe, U.N. reject Trump's recognition of Jerusalem as Israeli capital]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
-*[http://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-42250340 Jerusalem: Trump move prompts negative world reaction]. ''BBC News''. December 6, 2017. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
+*[https://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-42250340 Jerusalem: Trump move prompts negative world reaction]. ''BBC News''. December 6, 2017. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
 *[https://www.timesofisrael.com/global-leaders-regret-reject-trump-recognition-of-jerusalem-as-capital/ Global leaders regret, reject Trump recognition of Jerusalem as Israel’s capital]. ''The Times of Israel''. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
 *Horowitz, Jason (December 6, 2017). [https://www.nytimes.com/2017/12/06/world/europe/trump-jerusalem-pope.html U.N., European Union and Pope Criticize Trump's Jerusalem Anncouncement]. ''The New York Times''. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
 Israel, naturally, supported the decision:
 *Moons, Michelle (December 6, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/12/06/netanyahu-thanks-trump-historic-decision-recognize-jerusalem-israels-capital/ PM Benjamin Netanyahu Thanks Donald Trump for ‘Historic Decision’ to Recognize Jerusalem as Israel’s Capital]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
-*Pollak, Joel B. (December 6, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/jerusalem/2017/12/06/israel-thanks-trump-jerusalem-recognition/ Israel Thanks Trump for Jerusalem Recognition, Embassy Move: ‘Like Cyrus’ the Great]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved December 6, 2017.</ref> President Trump reversed decades of United States policy by officially recognizing [[Jerusalem]] as the capital of [[Israel]] and ordering the U.S. State Department to begin the process of moving the U.S. Embassy from [[Tel Aviv]] to Jerusalem.<ref>Multiple references:
+*Pollak, Joel B. (December 6, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/jerusalem/2017/12/06/israel-thanks-trump-jerusalem-recognition/ Israel Thanks Trump for Jerusalem Recognition, Embassy Move: ‘Like Cyrus’ the Great]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
+*Gehrke, Joel (December 6, 2017). [https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/netanyahu-to-trump-the-jewish-people-will-be-forever-grateful Netanyahu to Trump: The Jewish people 'will be forever grateful']. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved March 4, 2019.</ref> President Trump reversed decades of United States policy by officially recognizing [[Jerusalem]] as the capital of [[Israel]] and ordering the U.S. State Department to begin the process of moving the U.S. Embassy from [[Tel Aviv]] to Jerusalem.<ref>Multiple references:
 *[https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2017-12-11/pdf/2017-26832.pdf Proclamation 9683 of December 6, 2017 -- Recognizing Jerusalem as the Capital of the State of Israel and Relocating the United States Embassy to Israel to Jerusalem]. ''Federal Register''. Retrieved December 12, 2017.
 *Heinlein, Peter (December 6, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/tillerson-believes-mideast-peace-still-possible-/4151684.html Trump Recognizes Jerusalem as Israeli Capital]. ''Voice of America''. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
 *Boyer, Dave (December 6, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/dec/6/trump-recognizes-jerusalem-israeli-capital/ Trump’s recognition of Jerusalem as Israeli capital fulfills campaign promise broken by predecessors]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
 *Holland, Steve; Lubell, Maayan (December 6, 2017). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-trump-israel/trump-recognizes-jerusalem-as-israels-capital-reversing-longtime-u-s-policy-idUSKBN1E01PS Trump recognizes Jerusalem as Israel's capital, reversing longtime U.S. policy]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
-*Pappas, Alex (December 6, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/12/06/trump-officially-recognizes-jerusalem-as-israels-capital-orders-us-embassy-move.html Trump officially recognizes Jerusalem as Israel's capital, orders embassy move for US]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
+*Pappas, Alex (December 6, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/12/06/trump-officially-recognizes-jerusalem-as-israels-capital-orders-us-embassy-move.html Trump officially recognizes Jerusalem as Israel's capital, orders embassy move for US]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
 *Pollak, Joel B. (December 6, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/jerusalem/2017/12/06/jerusalem-israel-capital-embassy-trump-white-house/ Trump: ‘I Have Determined That It Is Time to Officially Recognize Jerusalem as the Capital of Israel’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
 *Byas, Steve (December 6, 2017). [https://www.thenewamerican.com/usnews/foreign-policy/item/27533-trump-respects-israel-s-sovereignty-in-embassy-move-to-jerusalem Trump Respects Israel’s Sovereignty in Embassy Move to Jerusalem]. ''The New American''. Retrieved December 16, 2017.
 See also:
-*Klein, Philip (December 6, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/jerusalem-announcement-shows-upside-of-trumps-willingness-to-smash-norms/article/2642756 Jerusalem announcement shows upside of Trump's willingness to smash norms]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
+*Klein, Philip (December 6, 2017). [https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/jerusalem-announcement-shows-upside-of-trumps-willingness-to-smash-norms/article/2642756 Jerusalem announcement shows upside of Trump's willingness to smash norms]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
 *Hayward, John (December 7, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/radio/2017/12/07/bolton-jerusalem-bold-move-marks-trump-different-kind-contemporary-american-leader/ Bolton: Jerusalem a Bold Move That ‘Marks Trump as a Very Different Kind of Contemporary American Leader’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved December 7, 2017.
 *[https://www.voanews.com/a/donald-trump-jerusalem-announcement-explained/4151969.html Trump's Announcement on Jerusalem Explained]. ''Voice of America''. Retrieved December 6, 2017.
 *[https://www.voanews.com/a/why-us-pivot-jerusalem-matters/4154699.html Why It Matters: The US Pivot on Jerusalem]. ''Voice of America'' (from the ''Associated Press''). December 7, 2017. Retrieved December 16, 2017.</ref> While previous presidents refused to declare Jerusalem as Israel's capital despite saying they would during election campaigns, President Trump actually kept his promise.<ref>Multiple references:
-*[http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/12/08/trump-tweet-touts-jerusalem-move-taunts-past-presidents.html Trump tweet touts Jerusalem move, taunts past presidents]. ''Fox News''. December 8, 2017. Retrieved December 16, 2017.
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/12/08/trump-tweet-touts-jerusalem-move-taunts-past-presidents.html Trump tweet touts Jerusalem move, taunts past presidents]. ''Fox News''. December 8, 2017. Retrieved December 16, 2017.
 *Greenwood, Max (December 8, 2017). [https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/363907-trump-posts-video-of-past-presidents-statements-on-israel-embassy Trump posts video of past presidents’ statements on Israel embassy]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved December 16, 2017.
-*Quinn, Melissa (December 8, 2017). [http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-boasts-after-jerusalem-decision-i-fulfilled-promise-others-did-not/article/2642942 Trump boasts after Jerusalem decision: 'I fulfilled' promise 'others did not']. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved December 16, 2017.</ref> On December 18, 2017, the United States vetoed a UN Security Council resolution condemning the decision, the first time the U.S. made such a veto in six years.<ref>Multiple references:
+*Quinn, Melissa (December 8, 2017). [https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trump-boasts-after-jerusalem-decision-i-fulfilled-promise-others-did-not/article/2642942 Trump boasts after Jerusalem decision: 'I fulfilled' promise 'others did not']. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved December 16, 2017.
+See also:
+*Friedman, David (December 6, 2019). [https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/ambassador-david-friedman-trumps-move-of-us-embassy-to-jerusalem Ambassador David Friedman: Trump kept this key promise on Israel exactly 2 years ago – Unlike his predecessors]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved December 6, 2019.</ref> On December 18, 2017, the United States vetoed a UN Security Council resolution condemning the decision, the first time the U.S. made such a veto in six years.<ref>Multiple references:
 *Klein, Aaron (December 18, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/jerusalem/2017/12/18/u-s-vetoes-un-security-council-resolution-seeking-rescind-trumps-jerusalem-recognition/ U.S. Vetoes UN Security Council Resolution Seeking to Rescind Trump’s Jerusalem Recognition]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved December 18, 2017.
-*Shawn, Eric (December 18, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/us/2017/12/18/us-vetoes-un-resolution-condemning-trumps-jerusalem-decision.html US vetoes UN resolution condemning Trump's Jerusalem decision]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved December 18, 2017.
+*Shawn, Eric (December 18, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/us/2017/12/18/us-vetoes-un-resolution-condemning-trumps-jerusalem-decision.html US vetoes UN resolution condemning Trump's Jerusalem decision]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved December 18, 2017.
-*Besheer, Margaret (December 18, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/un-to-vote-on-measure-rejecting-us-recognition-of-jerusalem/4168262.html US Vetoes UN Resolution Rejecting Washington’s Recognition of Jerusalem as Israeli Capital]. ''Voice of America''. Retrieved December 18, 2017.</ref> The United States officially moved its Israeli embassy to Jerusalem in May 2018.<ref name="JerusalemEmbassyOpens"/>
+*Besheer, Margaret (December 18, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/un-to-vote-on-measure-rejecting-us-recognition-of-jerusalem/4168262.html US Vetoes UN Resolution Rejecting Washington’s Recognition of Jerusalem as Israeli Capital]. ''Voice of America''. Retrieved December 18, 2017.</ref> The United States officially moved its Israeli embassy to Jerusalem in May 2018.<ref name="JerusalemEmbassyOpens">Multiple references:
+*Singman, Brooke; Berger, Judson (May 14, 2018). [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2018/05/14/us-opens-embassy-in-jerusalem-recognizing-city-as-true-capital-israel.html US opens embassy in Jerusalem, recognizing city as ‘true capital’ of Israel]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved May 14, 2018.
+*Spiering, Charlie (May 14, 2018). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2018/05/14/donald-trump-officially-opens-us-embassy-historic-sacred-land-jerusalem/ Donald Trump Officially Opens U.S. Embassy in ‘Historic and Sacred Land of Jerusalem’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 14, 2018.
+*Pollak, Joel B. (May 15, 2018). [https://www.breitbart.com/jerusalem/2018/05/15/jerusalem-embassy-opening-a-ray-of-light/ Jerusalem Embassy Opening: A Ray of Light]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 15, 2018.
+*Schwartz, Felicia (May 13, 2018). [https://www.wsj.com/articles/u-s-embassy-in-jerusalem-opens-to-a-fraught-climate-1526237356 U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem Opens to a Fraught Climate]. ''The Wall Street Journal''. Retrieved May 14, 2018.
+*Williams, Dan (May 14, 2018). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-israel-usa/israeli-joy-palestinian-fury-over-u-s-embassy-launch-in-jerusalem-idUSKCN1IF1Q7 Israeli joy, Palestinian fury over U.S. embassy launch in Jerusalem]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved May 14, 2018.
+*Fabian, Jordan (May 14, 2018). [https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/387574-us-opens-embassy-in-jerusalem-amid-violence U.S. opens embassy in Jerusalem amid violence]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved May 14, 2018.
+*Domonoske, Camila (May 14, 2018). [https://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-way/2018/05/14/610944471/u-s-dedicates-new-embassy-in-jerusalem U.S. Dedicates New Embassy In Jerusalem]. ''NPR''. Retrieved May 14, 2018.
+Pictures of the events:
+*[https://www.usatoday.com/picture-gallery/news/world/2018/05/13/us-embassy-moves-to-jerusalem/34873575/ U.S. Embassy moves to Jerusalem]. ''USA Today''. May 13, 2018. Retrieved May 14, 2018.
+See also:
+*Jones, Rory; Lieber, Dov (May 14, 2018). [https://www.wsj.com/articles/5-things-to-know-about-the-u-s-embassys-move-to-jerusalem-1526310735 5 Things to Know About the U.S. Embassy’s Move to Jerusalem]. ''The Wall Street Journal''. Retrieved May 14, 2018.
+*Spiering, Charlie (May 14, 2018). [https://www.breitbart.com/radio/2018/05/14/gidley-embassy-move-jerusalem-another-promise-trump-kept/ Hogan Gidley: Embassy Move to Jerusalem Another Promise Donald Trump Has Kept]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 14, 2018.
+*Walker, Scott (June 13, 2019). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2019/jun/13/why-moving-the-us-embassy-to-jerusalem-was-smart/ Why moving the U.S. Embassy to Jerusalem was smart]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 17, 2019.
+Positive reactions to the move:
+*Pollak, Joel B. (May 13, 2018). [https://www.breitbart.com/jerusalem/2018/05/13/thank-president-trump-walls-jerusalem-eve-embassy-move/ ‘Thank You President Trump’ on Walls of Jerusalem on Eve of Embassy Move]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 14, 2018.
+*Starr, Penny (May 14, 2018). [https://www.breitbart.com/jerusalem/2018/05/14/netanyahu-to-trump-at-u-s-embassy-opening-by-recognizing-history-you-have-made-history/ Netanyahu to Trump at U.S. Embassy Opening: ‘By Recognizing History You Have Made History’]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 14, 2018.
+*[https://www.wsj.com/articles/from-washington-to-jerusalem-1526338677 From Washington to Jerusalem]. ''The Wall Street Journal''. May 14, 2018. Retrieved May 14, 2018.
+*Srdoc, Natasha; Samy, Joel Anand (May 14, 2018). [https://www.westernjournal.com/americas-embassy-opening-in-jerusalem-affirms-israels-sovereignty/ America’s Embassy Opening in Jerusalem Affirms Israel’s Sovereignty]. ''The Western Journal''. Retrieved May 14, 2018.
+Reactions from American Christians:
+*Starr, Penny (May 13, 2018). [https://www.breitbart.com/jerusalem/2018/05/13/exclusive-american-christians-celebrate-historic-opening-u-s-embassy-jerusalem/ Exclusive: American Christians Celebrate Historic Opening of U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 14, 2018.
+*Nance, Penny Young (May 14, 2018). [https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/2018/05/14/penny-nance-here-is-why-us-embassy-move-to-jerusalem-is-so-important-to-american-christians.html Penny Nance: Here is why the US Embassy move to Jerusalem is so important to American Christians]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved May 14, 2018.
+*Klukowski, Ken; Pollak, Joel B. (May 15, 2018). [https://www.breitbart.com/jerusalem/2018/05/15/jerusalem-evangelical-white-house-faith-leaders-praise-trump/ Evangelical Christian Leaders Praise Trump and Thank Americans of Faith in Jerusalem]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 15, 2018.</ref>
 ==Other achievements, 2017==
+[[File:Donald Trump and Xi Jinping, April 2017.jpg|thumb|200px|President Trump and Chinese President [[Xi Jinping]] meet at Mar-a-Lago, April 7, 2017]]
 While the following achievements were not official United States government policy actions by the Trump Administration, they were closely related to the Trump Administration and its policies:
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 *It was reported in early July 2017 that President Trump had held about 50% more face-to-face meetings with foreign leaders than President Obama did during the same part of his presidency, "not including summits, the UN, or the Palestinian Authority," indicating that despite critics' claims of a more "isolationist" foreign policy, Trump started out his presidency with an active foreign policy in addition to his [[America First]] philosophy.<ref>Pollak, Joel B. (July 6, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/07/06/donald-trump-50-meetings-foreign-leaders-barack-obama/ Trump Has Had 50% More Meetings with Foreign Leaders than Obama]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved July 7, 2017.<br>
 See also:
-*Martel, Frances (December 26, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/12/26/trump-international-7-highlights-of-the-presidents-trips-abroad-in-2017/ Trump International: 7 Highlights of the President’s Trips Abroad in 2017]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved December 26, 2017.</ref> In his first six months in office, President Trump had three foreign trips and held 47 bilateral meetings with foreign leaders along with 102 phone calls with foreign heads of state.<ref>Bredemeier, Ken (July 20, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/donald-trump-six-months-into-his-presidency/3951981.html By the Numbers: Six Months into Trump's Presidency]. ''Voice of America''. Retrieved July 21, 2017.</ref> At the same time, President Trump became the first president since [[Calvin Coolidge]] to not host a state dinner in his first year in office,<ref>Multiple references:
+*Martel, Frances (December 26, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2017/12/26/trump-international-7-highlights-of-the-presidents-trips-abroad-in-2017/ Trump International: 7 Highlights of the President’s Trips Abroad in 2017]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved December 26, 2017.</ref> In his first six months in office, President Trump had three foreign trips and held 47 bilateral meetings with foreign leaders along with 102 phone calls with foreign heads of state.<ref>Bredemeier, Ken (July 20, 2017). [https://www.voanews.com/a/donald-trump-six-months-into-his-presidency/3951981.html By the Numbers: Six Months into Trump's Presidency]. ''Voice of America''. Retrieved July 21, 2017.</ref> At the same time, President Trump became the first president since [[Calvin Coolidge]] to not host a state dinner in his first year in office.<ref>Multiple references:
 *Superville, Darlene (December 26, 2017). [https://www.apnews.com/7966dfce9a55454286395abd5449c6d4/Where's-the-party?-No-state-dinner-in-Trump%27s-first-year Where’s the party? No state dinner in Trump’s first year]. ''Associated Press''. Retrieved April 25, 2018.
-*Savransky, Rebecca (December 26, 2017). [https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/366462-trump-is-first-president-in-nearly-a-century-to-not-hold-a-state Trump is first president in nearly a century to not host a first-year state dinner]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved April 25, 2018.</ref> with the administration hosting its first state visit for French President [[Emmanuel Macron]] in April 2018.<ref>Multiple references:
+*Savransky, Rebecca (December 26, 2017). [https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/366462-trump-is-first-president-in-nearly-a-century-to-not-hold-a-state Trump is first president in nearly a century to not host a first-year state dinner]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved April 25, 2018.</ref> The first state visit the administration hosted was in April 2018 for French President [[Emmanuel Macron]].<ref>Multiple references:
-*Schallhorn, Kaitlyn (April 24, 2018). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2018/04/24/trumps-first-state-dinner-held-in-honor-french-president-macron-what-to-know.html Trump's first state dinner held in honor of French President Macron: What to know]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 25, 2018.
+*Schallhorn, Kaitlyn (April 24, 2018). [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2018/04/24/trumps-first-state-dinner-held-in-honor-french-president-macron-what-to-know.html Trump's first state dinner held in honor of French President Macron: What to know]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 25, 2018.
-*Chamberlain, Samuel (April 24, 2018). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2018/04/24/trump-hosts-macron-at-first-white-house-state-dinner.html Trump, Macron honor 'joint history' between US, France at White House state dinner]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 25, 2018.
+*Chamberlain, Samuel (April 24, 2018). [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2018/04/24/trump-hosts-macron-at-first-white-house-state-dinner.html Trump, Macron honor 'joint history' between US, France at White House state dinner]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved April 25, 2018.
 *Miller, S.A. (April 23, 2018). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2018/apr/23/donald-trump-goes-all-out-for-first-state-visit-wi/ Trump goes all out for first state visit, will welcome Emmanuel Macron]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved April 25, 2018.
 *Moons, Michelle (April 24, 2018). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2018/04/24/president-trump-first-lady-welcome-macrons-military-cannon-fire-first-state-visit/ President Trump and First Lady Welcome Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron with Military and Cannon Fire on First State Visit]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 25, 2018.
 *Moons, Michelle (February 26, 2018). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2018/02/26/ffrance-president-emmanuel-macron-will-be-first-state-visit-of-trump-administration/ France President Emmanuel Macron Will Be First State Visit of Trump Administration]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved April 25, 2018.</ref>
-==Failures, 2017==
+==Setbacks, 2017==
+The following setbacks to the MAGA agenda were often caused by Congress or officials in the Trump Administration, rather than President Trump himself. Some of them can also be considered partial achievements.
 *March and April, 2017—President Trump and the U.S. Senate approved [[Montenegro]]'s accession into [[NATO]], over [[Russia]]'s objections, requiring the U.S. to defend yet another foreign power and undermining the constitutional provision that gives Congress the power to declare war.<ref>Multiple references:
 *Boyer, Dave (April 11, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/apr/11/trump-certifies-addition-montenegro-nato/ Trump certifies addition of Montenegro in NATO over Russian opposition]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved April 21, 2017.
 *[https://www.breitbart.com/news/us-senate-approves-montenegro-as-newest-nato-member/ US Senate approves Montenegro as newest NATO member]. ''Breitbart News''. March 28, 2017. Retrieved May 25, 2017.
 Montenegro officially joined NATO on June 5, 2017:
-*Milic, Predrag (June 5, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/06/05/defying-russia-montenegro-finally-joins-nato.html Defying Russia, Montenegro finally joins NATO]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved June 7, 2017.
+*Milic, Predrag (June 5, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/06/05/defying-russia-montenegro-finally-joins-nato.html Defying Russia, Montenegro finally joins NATO]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved June 7, 2017.
 *Jozwiak, Rikard (June 7, 2017). [https://www.rferl.org/a/nato-welcomes-montenegro-russia-criticizes/28533739.html NATO Welcomes Newest Member Montenegro]. ''Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty''. Retrieved June 7, 2017.</ref>
+*May 20–21, 2017—President Trump visited [[Saudi Arabia]], the first country he visited abroad as U.S. President. He signed a $110 billion arms deal with Saudi Arabia, with another $350 billion of arms for the following 10 years.<ref>Multiple references:
+*Miller, S.A. (May 20, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/20/donald-trump-king-salman-saudi-arabia-sign-defense/ Trump inks defense, investment deals with Saudi King Salman]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.
+*[https://www.breitbart.com/news/us-approves-1-4-bn-slice-of-massive-saudi-arms-deal/ US approves $1.4 bn slice of massive Saudi arms deal]. ''Breitbart News''. June 5, 2017. Retrieved June 5, 2017.
+Some analysts argued that the $110 billion deal was only a sham or for show:
+*McIntyre, Jamie (June 6, 2017). [https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/trumps-110-billion-arms-deal-with-saudi-arabia-is-fake-news-defense-expert-says/article/2625134 Trump's $110 billion arms deal with Saudi Arabia is 'fake news,' defense expert says]. ''Washington Examiner''. Retrieved June 7, 2017.
+A Senate resolution to block part of the deal failed on June 13, 2017:
+*Dinan, Stephen (June 13, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/jun/13/senate-preserves-trump-arms-deal-saudi-arabia/ Senate preserves Trump arms deal with Saudi Arabia]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved June 13, 2017.
+*Carney, Jordain (June 13, 2017). [https://thehill.com/blogs/floor-action/senate/337614-senate-rejects-effort-to-block-saudi-arms-sale Senate rejects effort to block Saudi arms sale]. ''The Hill''. Retrieved June 13, 2017.</ref> American and Saudi businesses signed similar agreements on the same day, with billions of dollars to be invested in the U.S.<ref>Multiple references:
+*Rodriguez, Katherine (May 20, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/20/blackstone-saudi-arabia-announce-40-billion-investment-in-u-s-infrastructure/ Blackstone, Saudi Arabia Announce $40 Billion Investment in U.S. Infrastructure]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.
+*Shamseddine, Reem; Paul Katie (May 20, 2017). [https://www.reuters.com/article/us-saudi-usa-trump-deals-idUSKCN18G05P U.S., Saudi firms sign tens of billions of dollars of deals as Trump visits]. ''Reuters''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.</ref> President Trump also gave a major speech<ref>Speech transcript:
+*[https://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2017/05/21/president-trumps-speech-arab-islamic-american-summit President Trump’s Speech to the Arab Islamic American Summit]. ''whitehouse.gov''. May 21, 2017. Retrieved July 13, 2017.
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/21/transcript-trumps-speech-at-arab-islamic-american-summit.html Transcript of Trump's speech at Arab Islamic American Summit]. ''Fox News''. May 21, 2017. Retrieved July 13, 2017.</ref> to leaders of 50 Islamic world leaders challenging them to fight Islamic terror. During the speech, he failed to make a single reference to Saudi Arabia's sponsoring of terrorism, instead opting to focus on Iran, whose sponsoring of terrorism is dwarfed by that of Saudi Arabia. <ref>Multiple references:
+*Miller, S.A. (May 21, 2017). [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2017/may/21/trump-urges-muslim-leaders-to-cut-off-islamic-terr/ In historic speech, Trump implores Muslim world to rip out Islamic extremism at its roots]. ''The Washington Times''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.
+*[https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/21/trump-in-speech-to-muslim-leaders-calls-for-shutting-down-terror-funding.html Trump, in speech to Muslim leaders, calls for shutting down terror funding]. ''Fox News''. May 21, 2017. Retrieved May 21, 2017.
+*Spiering, Charlie (May 21, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/05/21/drive-them-out-donald-trump-challenges-muslims-to-take-on-terrorism/ ‘Drive Them Out!’ — Donald Trump Challenges Muslims to Take On Terrorism]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved May 21, 2017.</ref>
 *Obama holdovers remained in key State Department positions well into Trump's presidency, and the administration and the U.S. Senate went at a slow pace at nominating and confirming officials to the department.<ref>Multiple references:
-*Wallace, Christopher (October 5, 2017). [http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/10/05/obama-holdovers-vacancies-remain-at-top-levels-state-department.html Obama holdovers, vacancies remain at top levels of State Department]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved October 28, 2017.
+*Wallace, Christopher (October 5, 2017). [https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/10/05/obama-holdovers-vacancies-remain-at-top-levels-state-department.html Obama holdovers, vacancies remain at top levels of State Department]. ''Fox News''. Retrieved October 28, 2017.
 *Landler, Mark (April 1, 2017). [https://www.nytimes.com/2017/04/01/us/politics/obama-holdovers-who-survived-trump-sweep.html Meet the Obama Holdovers Who Survived Trump’s Sweep]. ''The New York Times''. Retrieved October 28, 2017.
 *[https://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2017/10/21/report-nevertrump-state-department-aides-boxing-america-firsters/ Report: #NeverTrump State Department Aides ‘Boxing Out’ America Firsters]. ''Breitbart News''. October 21, 2017. Retrieved November 3, 2017.