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Donald Trump & United States — Central Intelligence Agency

69 shared events · Importance 15 · Last updated May 17, 2026

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International
Donald Trump: Donald Trump, as the US President, initiated 'Project Freedom' to escort ships in the Strait of Hormuz and has been involved in efforts to end the conflict, which has been unpopular with US voters.
United States — Central Intelligence Agency: The United States — Central Intelligence Agency produced an assessment suggesting Iran could withstand a US blockade for four months, which impacts the perceived leverage of the United States in diplomatic negotiations.
Apr 27, 2026 · 39 articles
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Domestic
Donald Trump: Donald Trump has pushed prosecutors to investigate those he perceives as involved in the Russia investigation, including John Brennan, and has influenced staffing changes within the United States — United States Department of Justice.
United States — Central Intelligence Agency: Current and former United States — Central Intelligence Agency employees are being interviewed in the investigation of John Brennan. The United States — Central Intelligence Agency's 2017 intelligence assessment on Russian interference is central to the probe.
May 12, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
Donald Trump: Donald Trump, as the United States President, has expressed intentions to 'take over' Cuba and has implemented a fuel blockade, intensifying pressure on Cuba.
United States — Central Intelligence Agency: The United States — Central Intelligence Agency director, John Ratcliffe, warned Cuba against hostile agendas, reflecting the United States' intelligence and security concerns.
May 17, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
Donald Trump: Donald Trump, as the President of the United States, has been instrumental in increasing pressure on Cuba and has publicly threatened further action against the nation, aligning with the indictment plans.
United States — Central Intelligence Agency: The United States — Central Intelligence Agency, through its chief John Ratcliffe, met with Cuban officials to discuss economic security issues, indicating a dual approach of pressure and potential engagement from the United States.
May 15, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
Donald Trump: Donald Trump, as President of the United States, is driving the aggressive foreign policy in Latin America, including the review of Mexican consulates and threats against Mexican cartels.
United States — Central Intelligence Agency: Two United States — Central Intelligence Agency agents died in an anti-narcotics operation in Mexico — Chihuahua, adding to the tensions between the United States and Mexico.
May 07, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
Donald Trump: Donald Trump, as President of the United States, is a key decision-maker in the conflict, initiating 'Project Freedom' and facing pressure to resolve the war before his visit to China.
United States — Central Intelligence Agency: A United States — Central Intelligence Agency assessment indicated Iran would not suffer severe economic pressure from a United States blockade for about another four months, though this claim was later characterized as false by a senior intelligence official.
May 09, 2026 · 47 articles
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International
Donald Trump: Donald Trump is mentioned for his threats to take action on cartels, which adds pressure on Claudia Sheinbaum to maintain a strong relationship with the United States.
United States — Central Intelligence Agency: The United States — Central Intelligence Agency is accused by CNN of carrying out deadly operations in Mexico, which the United States — Central Intelligence Agency denies. A spokesperson for the United States — Central Intelligence Agency called the CNN report 'false and salacious'.
May 13, 2026 · 9 articles
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Domestic
Donald Trump: Donald Trump nominated Dan Caine for the chairman position and previously fired his predecessor, Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr., as part of an effort to remove military leaders supporting diversity and equity.
United States — Central Intelligence Agency: Dan Caine has served in leadership roles within the United States — Central Intelligence Agency, which is mentioned as part of his background and qualifications.
Apr 11, 2025 · 6 articles
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Regulatory
Donald Trump: Donald Trump, as President, directed United States government agencies to cease using Anthropic's products and threatened civil and criminal consequences if the company did not cooperate. He accused Anthropic of endangering national security.
United States — Central Intelligence Agency: The United States — Central Intelligence Agency is mentioned as the former employer of Michael Hayden, who signed a letter expressing concern about the United States — United States Department of Defense's designation.
Feb 28, 2026 · 8 articles
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International
United States — Central Intelligence Agency: The United States — Central Intelligence Agency officers worked to support the prisoner exchange, as stated by John Ratcliffe.
Apr 10, 2025 · 9 articles
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Domestic
United States — Central Intelligence Agency: The United States — Central Intelligence Agency was investigated by a House committee in 1978 and found not to be involved in the assassination of John F. Kennedy.
Apr 01, 2025 · 7 articles
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Domestic
United States — Central Intelligence Agency: The release of once-hidden files opens the door for additional public scrutiny and questions about the operations and conclusions of institutions such as the United States — Central Intelligence Agency.
Apr 18, 2025 · 7 articles
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International
United States — Central Intelligence Agency: The United States — Central Intelligence Agency issued an early intelligence report stating that US strikes only set back Iran's nuclear program by a few months, contradicting statements from Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu.
Jun 24, 2025 · 12 articles
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Domestic
United States — Central Intelligence Agency: The United States — Central Intelligence Agency's assessment of the limited damage to Iranian nuclear sites directly contradicted Donald Trump's claims, leading to the firing of its head, Jeffrey A. Kruse, and raising concerns about the politicization of intelligence.
Aug 22, 2025 · 13 articles
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International
United States — Central Intelligence Agency: Donald Trump authorized the United States — Central Intelligence Agency to conduct covert operations inside Venezuela, adding to speculation about United States attempts to topple Nicolás Maduro.
Oct 18, 2025 · 12 articles
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Dec 02, 2025 · 7 articles
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Nov 30, 2025 · 7 articles
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Domestic
Nov 26, 2025 · 48 articles
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International
United States — Central Intelligence Agency: The United States — Central Intelligence Agency provided a classified assessment that influenced the United States' decision to work with Maduro's top aides on an interim basis to maintain stability in Venezuela.
Jan 06, 2026 · 8 articles
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International
United States — Central Intelligence Agency: The United States — Central Intelligence Agency advised Donald Trump that Delcy Rodríguez and other senior officials from Nicolás Maduro's government are the best option for maintaining stability in Venezuela.
Jan 06, 2026 · 7 articles
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International
United States — Central Intelligence Agency: The United States — Central Intelligence Agency was authorized to conduct covert operations inside Venezuela and was responsible for the first known direct drone strike on Venezuelan soil.
Dec 05, 2025 · 11 articles
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International
United States — Central Intelligence Agency: The United States — Central Intelligence Agency was behind a drone strike at a docking area believed to have been used by Venezuelan drug cartels, marking a direct operation on Venezuelan soil.
Jan 04, 2026 · 13 articles
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International
United States — Central Intelligence Agency: The United States — Central Intelligence Agency was involved in a drone strike on Venezuelan soil as part of the U.S. campaign against drug cartels, preceding the capture of Nicolás Maduro.
Jan 04, 2026 · 7 articles
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International
United States — Central Intelligence Agency: The United States — Central Intelligence Agency was involved in a drone strike at a docking area used by Venezuelan drug cartels, part of the broader pressure campaign against Nicolás Maduro.
Jan 03, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
United States — Central Intelligence Agency: The United States — Central Intelligence Agency was authorized by Donald Trump to conduct operations in Venezuela, contributing to the pressure on Nicolás Maduro's government.
Jan 03, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
United States — Central Intelligence Agency: The United States — Central Intelligence Agency was behind a drone strike last week at a docking area in Venezuela believed to be used by drug cartels, preceding the large-scale strike.
Jan 02, 2026 · 60 articles
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International
United States — Central Intelligence Agency: The United States — Central Intelligence Agency was cited by Iran as having backed a coup in 1953, a historical grievance.
Jan 02, 2026 · 14 articles
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International
United States — Central Intelligence Agency: The United States — Central Intelligence Agency was reportedly behind a drone strike at a docking area in Venezuela, marking the first known direct US operation on Venezuelan soil in the current campaign.
Jan 03, 2026 · 6 articles
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Jan 02, 2026 · 11 articles
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Jan 01, 2026 · 6 articles
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