News for November 23, 2025

Trump criticized Ukraine for showing “zero gratitude” for U.S. aid even as U.S. and Ukrainian officials made progress in peace talks over a proposed deal to end the war with Russia.

U.S. and Ukrainian officials are discussing a possible visit by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to the U.S. as President Donald Trump pushes for a Ukraine peace deal by Thanksgiving.

The Face the Nation interview focused on Jason Crow defending a video warning troops about illegal orders, as Trump escalated threats against him and Congress while the White House also faced pressure on Ukraine and the economy.

Sen. Mark Kelly said President Donald Trump’s words about Democratic lawmakers could fuel serious threats and violence.

Rep. Jason Crow defended a video warning service members not to obey illegal orders, while saying President Donald Trump’s threats and rhetoric are dangerous and could put troops and the country at risk.

Sen. Rand Paul used a CBS interview to criticize President Donald Trump’s rhetoric, question U.S. actions against Venezuela-linked cartels, and push his own ideas on health care and foreign policy.

Sen. Mark Kelly said President Donald Trump’s words are raising threats against members of Congress, and he defended a video warning troops not to follow illegal orders.

U.S. officials said they made progress in Geneva on a revised peace plan for Ukraine, even as President Donald Trump kept up pressure on Kyiv and the proposal drew concern in Europe.