That Noisy Trump
Day 382

Thursday, 5 February 2026

10 events

Key Events (10)

1
Domestic

The Trump administration issued a new rule making it easier to fire federal workers, stripping job safeguards for approximately 50,000 federal employees and changing how whistleblowers are protected.

2
Foreign Policy

Chinese President Xi Jinping urged Trump to be 'prudent' about supplying arms to Taiwan during their first phone call since November, with the issue of the island appearing to be a central focus of their discussion.

3
Domestic

The White House offered a fourth different explanation for Trump attorney Tulsi Gabbard's presence at an FBI raid of an election center in Georgia, with Trump stating that Attorney General Pam Bondi had directed her to be there.

4
Domestic

ICE faced declining approval ratings following a fatal shooting, with polling showing a majority of respondents calling for the removal of Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.

5
Foreign Policy

Trump's push for nuclear arms control with Russia is contingent on China's involvement, according to reports on a wider strategic arms reduction initiative.

6
Foreign Policy

Cuba signaled willingness to engage in talks with the United States 'without pressure' following months of Trump administration threats, citing the island's deepening economic crisis.

7
Domestic

A 10-year-old Minnesota girl and her mother were released from ICE custody in Texas after being detained for approximately one month at a facility that experienced a measles outbreak.

8
Domestic

The EPA administrator outlined the Trump administration's plan to accelerate the rebuilding of homes following recent fires, indicating a focus on streamlining recovery processes.

9
Foreign Policy

The New START nuclear treaty between the United States and Russia expired, with UN Secretary General António Guterres warning of a 'grave moment' and urging the two powers to quickly negotiate a replacement agreement.

10
Other

Bitcoin lost approximately half its value over a three-month period, dropping from a peak of $126,000 in October 2025, raising concerns about a new 'crypto winter' despite Trump's support for the industry.

Day 382 — Thursday, 5 February 2026 | That Noisy Trump