World Politics
Trump mulls letting disaster-hit US states fend for themselves
Donald Trump's first Oval Office interview since becoming president coincided with an explosive new wildfire north of Los Angeles.
Musk bashes Trump AI project
The Tesla boss's remarks undermine a $NZ880m AI infrastructure investment highly touted by President Trump.
Trump vows to pull out of Paris Agreement
Just days after US President Donald Trump's inauguration - the back again leader has already vowed to pull out of the Paris Agreement and as he puts it "drill, baby, drill". David Maucor from the… Audio
Refugees have flights cancelled to the US
About 10,000 refugees who were set to travel to the United States have had their flights cancelled after the new President, Donald Trump's executive order halting refugee admissions. Correspondent… Audio
Kiwi Susan Cutforth on the Trump inauguration
Susan Cutforth is a Kiwi living in the sun belt state of Arizona. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 22 January 2025
On today's episode, inflation heading into more manageable territory is good news for the government, in one of his first acts as the 47th President, Donald Trump signed an executive order that he… Audio
Trump signs order to 'restore free speech'
In one of his first acts as the 47th President, Donald Trump signed an executive order that he said was aimed at "restoring freedom of speech and ending federal censorship". New York Law School… Audio
Trump pardons Jan 6 rioters on day one of presidency
Donald Trump supporters who attacked the U.S Capitol four years ago have started leaving prison after the president pardoned 1500 defendants hours after he took office. Correspondent Simon Marks spoke… Audio
How Trump's threats against 'free-riding' allies could backfire
Analysis - With Trump, US allies might be excused for asking themselves: "With friends like this, who needs enemies?"
Musk raises eyebrows with 'Nazi' salute at Trump rally
Billionaire Elon Musk sparked controversy Monday after making a gesture at an event celebrating US President Donald Trump's inauguration, with some calling it a "Nazi" or "fascist" movement.
Trump's Capitol riot orders: Only 14 not pardoned
Those pardoned include the former leader of the far-right Proud Boys group, Enrique Tarrio, who was sentenced to 22 years in prison.
The promise of a 'golden age' amid a flurry of divisive orders
Donald Trump has clamped down on immigration and pardoned supporters who attacked the US Capitol on his return to the White House.
Luxon, Peters keen to deepen ties with US in new Trump era
The prime minister and his deputy have also congratulated Donald Trump and JD Vance who have been sworn in as president and vice president today.
Donald Trump taking office in pictures
Trump has taken his place as the 47th United States President.
Trump declares government will only recognise 'two sexes'
As part of the executive orders, federal funds will not be used to promote "gender ideology," an official said.
US correspondent Todd Zwillich
Todd Zwillich joins Anna Thomas on the day of US president Donald Trump's inauguration. Audio
Mass deportations expected to start immediately under Trump
Mass deportations are expected to start imminently, now that Donald Trump has taken office. Correspondent Toni Waterman spoke to Paddy Gower from the US-Mexico border. Audio
Democratic political analyst on Trump presidency
Democrats are bracing for the next four years of a Donald Trump presidency. Democratic political analyst Mary-Anne Marsh spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
Trump first convicted felon to hold office of president
Donald Trump is the first convicted felon to hold the office of President of the United States. POLITICO Senior Legal Affairs reporter Josh Gerstein spoke to Paddy Gower. Audio
Texas Trump voter on hopes for presidency
Donald Trump stormed to victory in November, winning the popular vote against Vice President Kamala Harris and sweeping a number of key swing states. Texan Benny Lamborn, who voted for Trump, spoke to… Audio
