President Donald Trump commented further on U.S.–China trade tensions on Tuesday, saying tariffs on China will be reduced—though not entirely eliminated. He warned that the United States will “set the deal” if Beijing fails to agree to new trade terms. The remarks come as the United States holds trade talks with dozens of countries this week.

Vice President JD Vance met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi as part of efforts to move closer to a trade deal. Vance said a partnership with India is essential to prevent the advent of what he described as a “dark time” for humanity.

The Trump administration is set to resume collections on defaulted student loans after a five-year pause. The Department of Education announced that collections will begin on May 5, affecting millions of borrowers.

Pope Francis died today at the age of 88. The Vatican says the cause of death was a stroke, followed by a coma and irreversible cardio-circulatory collapse. World leaders — including President Trump — are mourning his passing, remembering him for his compassion, despite occasional disagreements.

Trade tensions between the U.S. and China are escalating again. Beijing is warning other nations against striking deals with the U.S., as President Trump accuses China of cheating and pledges to reach new agreements with Europe.

U.S.–Iran talks continue this Saturday for a third consecutive weekend. Presidential Envoy Steve Witkoff is expected to meet again with Iran's foreign minister. Both sides say last weekend's discussions were productive. Meanwhile, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi will visit China on Tuesday. During a trip to Moscow last week, Araghchi told state TV that Tehran always consults with its allies on the nuclear issue.

The Supreme Court has put a temporarily halt on new deportations under the Alien Enemies act, but not all Justices agree. A statement from justice Samuel Alito is making waves, as the Trump administration seeks to deport alleged members of Venezuelan gang Tren De Aragua.

US negotiators reporting good progress after the latest round of high-takes talks with Iran. Two guests joined us to discuss what's next in Iran's nuclear ambitions and the steps towards a new deal.

What impact is that cup of morning Joe really having on your day—and your brain? Brendon Fallon, host of EpochTV's "Vital Signs" spoke to NTD's Don Ma about the centuries-old beverage.

New Yorkers came out in style today to ring in Springtime and celebrate Easter. NTD’s Stefania Cox captures the sights and sounds of the Easter Bonnet Parade.

And, thousands of patriots and history lovers gathered in Lexington, Massachusetts this weekend, as the town celebrated the 250th anniversary of the Battles of Lexington and Concord.

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a unilateral cease-fire today in recognition of the Easter holiday. The order pauses Russian combat operations starting at 6 p.m. Moscow time and lasting until midnight on Sunday. Meanwhile, talks toward a more permanent agreement remain stalled.

An early morning order from the Supreme Court has put deportations under the Alien Enemies Act on hold. The ruling blocks—at least for now—any action in the case involving a group of Venezuelans held in Texas. In a separate case, an appeals court has paused contempt proceedings against the Trump administration.

The U.S. and Iran concluded a second round of nuclear talks today. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Iran’s Foreign Minister held a four-hour meeting in Rome, following their initial meeting last Saturday. The Iranian foreign minister signaled cautious optimism. A third round is scheduled for next Saturday, with technical discussions beginning on Wednesday.

President Donald Trump says a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine must be reached within days or he may abandon negotiations altogether. He added that the United States wants to see the war end, as thousands of soldiers continue to die each week.

Trump is also calling efforts to bring back Kilmar Abrego Garcia a “shame,” after a Maryland senator met with the alleged MS-13 gang member who was deported to El Salvador. The White House on Friday highlighted a newly surfaced allegation linking Abrego Garcia to human trafficking.

U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee was in Jerusalem Friday, where he delivered a prayer from Trump at the Western Wall. On the same day, sirens sounded in the city as another projectile was fired from Yemen.

Two people have been reported dead and at least six injured following a shooting at Florida State University. Police say the suspect—the 20-year-old son of a sheriff’s deputy—is in custody. President Donald Trump responded to the news today, calling it a "terrible" thing, and stating, “the gun doesn’t do the shooting, the people do.”

Trump revealed that the United States and China are actively in talks amid escalating tariffs. He promised a trade deal with Europe, as Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni became the first European leader to visit the White House since the start of the reciprocal tariffs.

As U.S. officials hold peace negotiations in Europe, fighting between Russia and Ukraine continues. Trump says Russia is expected to respond to a cease-fire proposal this week. He also noted that the United States and Ukraine could sign a critical minerals deal as early as next week.

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt on Wednesday pushed back on media narratives surrounding Kilmar Abrego Garcia, reiterating that he was an “illegal alien, MS-13 gang member, and foreign terrorist,” not a “Maryland father.” The mother of Rachel Morin—a woman killed by another illegal immigrant from El Salvador—also attended the press briefing.

Federal Judge James Boasberg said in a court order Wednesday that there was probable cause to find Trump administration officials in contempt of court for violating his order to turn around planes carrying illegal Venezuelan immigrants to a prison in El Salvador. He added that he could refer the matter for criminal prosecution. The Trump administration is appealing the court’s order.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta announced Wednesday that they plan to sue the Trump administration over new tariffs, saying the move will cause “immediate and irreparable harm” to the Golden State.

President Donald Trump signed executive orders Tuesday aimed at lowering drug prices and blocking illegal immigrants from receiving Social Security benefits. He also delivered a strong message to communist China, saying the ball is now in its court as trade tensions escalate.

Harvard University could lose its tax-exempt status and be taxed as a political entity, according to Trump, who made the statement Tuesday on Truth Social. He said it would happen if the school continues promoting what he called “political, ideological, and terrorist-inspired” content. The comments follow the Trump administration’s decision to freeze more than $2 billion in funding to Harvard over its refusal to implement policy changes.

The Department of Homeland Security says it will revoke Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for thousands of Afghans and Cameroonians. Following a review by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem determined that conditions in both countries no longer meet the requirements for TPS.

President Donald Trump met Monday with the president of El Salvador. Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele told Trump that a deported illegal immigrant who had been living in Maryland will not be allowed back into the United States, as both leaders vowed to ramp up mass deportations. Trump also said today that he expects to impose tariffs on imported pharmaceuticals in the not-too-distant future.

The man accused of setting fire to the Pennsylvania governor’s residence was just arraigned. The Sunday blaze caused significant damage and forced Gov. Josh Shapiro, his family, and guests to evacuate.

Big shifts are happening in tech. Nvidia has announced a $500 billion investment to build AI supercomputers in the United States—a first for the company. Trump credited his election win and tariffs for the move and said he plans to impose new tariffs on semiconductors soon.

A 5.2-magnitude earthquake shook the San Diego area Monday, just after 10 a.m. local time. The U.S. Geological Survey said the quake originated at a depth of more than eight miles. The tremors were felt as far north as Los Angeles.

A loud explosion in Austin, Texas, ends in a collapsed home with six people injured. More details on the emergency are revealed by the fire department.

At least 34 civilians have been reported killed in the deadliest attack on Ukraine this year. Arian Pasdar reports on what U.S. President Donald Trump says about the ongoing peace efforts.

As more deadly plane crashes and near misses dominate headlines, should passengers be concerned? Two aviation experts join us to explore the issue.

Diabetes impacts the daily lives of nearly 35 million Americans. How do our lifestyles and food choices play into it, and what's the science behind the disease? NTD's Chris Beers taps Brendon Fallon of "Vital Signs" to discuss.

And, in a rural town in Japan, kids race for a different kind of trading card. While Pokemon might be all the rage around the world, these kids are collecting something closer to home. We discuss how the new card game is connecting the town's youngsters with its elders.