1. Trump's daily aspirin dosage exceeds doctor's prescription – In an interview with the Wall Street Journal, US President Trump revealed that he is taking more aspirin than his doctor recommends daily.
2. Delays planned tariff increases on lumber and related products – Trump signed an executive order delaying planned tariff increases on imported lumber, timber, and their derivatives for one year.
3. Offers aid to Iranian protesters – US President Trump stated that the United States will provide aid to peaceful protesters if Iran opens fire and violently kills them. We are ready and prepared.
4. New round of entry restrictions for foreign citizens takes effect
On January 1, 2026, local time, the new round of entry restrictions previously announced by the Trump administration officially took effect. These restrictions apply to both immigrants and non-immigrants, and include both "full restrictions" and "partial restrictions."
5. Clarifies October Physical Exam Was a CT Scan, Not an MRI
—Trump stated that his October physical exam at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in October 2025 involved a CT scan, not an MRI. In a recent interview, he also said, "It's better not to have a test, because if you do, people will wonder if there's a problem. Actually, there's nothing wrong."
6. Maduro Confirms 10-Minute Phone Call with Trump
—On January 1, 2026, Venezuelan President Maduro confirmed that he spoke with US President Trump on November 21, 2025, for 10 minutes. Maduro denied having a second phone call with Trump.