Iraqi Prime Minister's Security Advisor Qassem Araj: Iraq seeks to become a "bridge" between Iran and the United States.

The Iraqi Kurdistan Regional Government stated that oil companies have resumed operations, pushing oil production up to approximately 230,000 barrels per day.

1. Announces Majority Control Over 65 Billion Barrels of Venezuelan Oil Reserves —On March 28, Trump announced on social media that the United States had reached an agreement with Venezuela, gaining majority control over over 65 billion barrels of Venezuela's proven oil reserves. Trump said the deal "will more than double the U.S. oil reserves, significantly increase oil supply, and significantly lower gasoline prices in the U.S. for a long time to come." 2. Signs Executive Order to Create the U.S. Space Academy —Trump signed an executive order to initiate the process of creating the "U.S. Space Academy," stating that the academy will serve the U.S. Space Force, NASA, and the civilian space industry, and will be modeled after military academies such as West Point and the U.S. Naval Academy, "attracting, training, and graduating America's best talent." 3. Denies Moving to the Pentagon Due to Inability to Speak —Trump denied reports that he moved to the Pentagon instead of the World Trade Center memorial ceremony in New York, accusing New York Times reporter Maggie Haberman of fabricating the story. 4. Criticizes New York Governor Hoher for "Side by Canada" —Trump criticized New York Governor Hoher for "side by Canada," refusing to use the name "American Lake," and "preferring Canada to win," while also endorsing Blackman as the next governor of New York. 5. Mourns King Harald of Norway —Trump posted: "We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of King Harald of Norway. He was a strong, proud, and highly respected man. He loved his country and was deeply loved and respected by his people. Our hearts go out to the Norwegian Royal Family and all the Norwegian people during this difficult time. This is a tremendous loss." 6. Request to Transfer New York "Hush Money" Case to Federal Court Rejected —A U.S. federal judge rejected Trump's request to transfer the New York "hush money" case to federal court. The judge ruled that the case involved Trump's personal actions and was not subject to presidential immunity. Trump's side indicated they would appeal. 7. US Government Files Appeal Over Halt to Mail-in Voting Rules —On August 28, local time, the Trump administration formally appealed a federal court ruling that blocked its executive order on mail-in voting from taking effect. Boston Federal District Judge Indira Talwani issued a 14-day temporary restraining order on the evening of August 27, suspending the US Postal Service's implementation of the new mail-in voting rules, and a hearing is scheduled for September 3 to consider whether to impose a longer-term ban.