Trump Report: Key Developments (Past 72 Hours) May 17th, 2025

The Jack Hopkins Now Newsletter #329

Here’s the Trump Report for May 17th, 2025:

First, though, here’s a bit about the photo I’ve used today:

This was taken on the town square after I denounced Trump. I posted it for the community to see, along with a write-up that not only condemned Trump but also those who were still supporting him. 8/10 people here voted for him. I've had haters ever since. I like it. I'm fun like that. Democracy is bigger than all of that.

Legal & Political Headlines

Supreme Court Blocks Deportation Policy

The U.S. Supreme Court upheld a lower court's decision blocking the Trump administration’s attempt to use the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to deport Venezuelan migrants accused of gang affiliation. Trump criticized the ruling.
The Guardian

Secret Service Probes James Comey Post

Former FBI Director James Comey posted an image with seashells arranged to spell "8647"—interpreted by Trump allies as coded anti-Trump messaging. Comey denied intent; the Secret Service is investigating.
The Guardian

Global Affairs

Trump Ends Middle East Visit

Trump concluded a four-day visit to the UAE, announcing a proposed nuclear deal with Iran and striking major energy and aviation agreements (including a Boeing aircraft purchase by Etihad). The trip notably excluded Israel amid regional conflict.
AP News

Planned Calls with Putin and Zelenskyy

Trump says he will speak with both Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Monday, aiming to negotiate a Ukraine ceasefire.
Reuters

Media & Lawsuits

$20B Lawsuit Against CBS & '60 Minutes'

Trump filed a $20 billion lawsuit against CBS and Paramount Global, alleging deceptive editing of VP Kamala Harris’s remarks in a ‘60 Minutes’ segment on Middle East policy.
Wikipedia

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